Hygienic Cladding Compliance Checklist

Essential Requirements for Commercial Kitchen, Healthcare, Pharmaceutical & Laboratory Installations

Pre-Installation Compliance Assessment

Substrate Evaluation

• Substrate moisture content tested (<75% RH required)
• Surface flatness verified (±3mm over 2m)
• Structural integrity confirmed
• Existing surface contamination assessed
• Substrate compatibility with adhesive systems verified

Regulatory Requirements Identification

• Sector-specific standards identified (HACCP/GMP/HTM 64/ISO 14644)
• Fire safety classification requirements confirmed (BS EN 13501)
• Local building regulations reviewed
• Environmental health requirements documented
• Client specification requirements clarified

Material Selection & Certification

• Cladding system specified for project requirements
• Fire rating certificates obtained
• Antimicrobial certification verified (where required)
• Chemical resistance data reviewed
• Material safety data sheets (MSDS) available
• CE marking and DoP (Declaration of Performance) confirmed

Installation Standards Compliance

Fire Safety Compliance

• BS EN 13501 fire classification maintained
• Fire barriers installed at compartment boundaries
• Cavity barriers fitted where required
• Fire-rated sealants used at penetrations
• Installation methods preserve material fire rating
• Fire stopping completed to Building Regulations

Hygiene Standards

• Seamless welded joints achieved (no grout lines)
• Impervious surface integrity maintained
• Cove and corner details properly formed
• Drainage integration completed correctly
• Surface smoothness verified (no bacterial harbourage points)
• Cleaning access considerations addressed

Welding Quality Assurance

• Hot air welding equipment calibrated
• Welding temperature verified (appropriate for material)
• Weld seam continuity checked
• Weld strength tested (pull test where required)
• Excess weld rod trimmed flush
• Visual inspection of all welds completed

Installation Workmanship

• Panel alignment within tolerance (±2mm)
• Joint gaps minimized (<1mm before welding)
• Adhesive coverage adequate (>90%)
• Edge profiles correctly installed
• Penetrations sealed properly
• Surface free from defects (bubbles, delamination)

Sector-Specific Compliance

Commercial Kitchens (HACCP)

• Food-safe materials certified
• Impervious surface achieved
• Cleanability verified
• Steam and heat resistance confirmed
• Grease resistance tested
• Environmental Health Officer requirements met

Pharmaceutical (GMP/ISO 14644)

• Cleanroom classification requirements met
• Particle generation minimized
• Chemical resistance verified
• Cleaning validation support provided
• GMP documentation completed
• Sterile area requirements addressed

Healthcare (HTM 64/Infection Control)

• Antimicrobial properties certified
• Infection control standards met
• Chemical disinfectant resistance confirmed
• Impact resistance verified
• HTM 64 guidance followed
• CQC/NHS requirements addressed

Laboratories (COSHH/Safety)

• Chemical resistance data reviewed
• Acid/alkali resistance confirmed
• Solvent resistance verified
• Temperature resistance tested
• Safety regulations compliance
• Laboratory-specific requirements met

Quality Control & Testing

Pre-Completion Checks

• Visual inspection of all surfaces
• Weld integrity verification
• Adhesion spot checks
• Surface flatness measurement
• Joint alignment verification
• Penetration sealing inspection

Performance Testing

• Water tightness testing (where required)
• Pressure testing (wet areas)
• Pull testing of critical welds
• Surface hardness verification
• Chemical resistance spot testing
• Fire performance verification

Final Inspection

• Client walkthrough completed
• Defects list addressed
• Cleaning completed
• Protection installed (if required)
• Handover documentation prepared
• Maintenance guidance provided

Documentation & Certification

Installation Records

• Site survey report
• Material certificates and DoPs
• Installation method statement
• Quality control records
• Photographic evidence
• As-built drawings

Compliance Certification

• Fire safety certification
• Material compliance certificates
• Installation warranty documentation
• Hygiene compliance statement
• Sector-specific certifications
• Handover certificate

Health & Safety Documentation

• Risk assessments (RAMS)
• COSHH assessments
• Method statements
• Safety data sheets
• Emergency procedures
• Incident reports (if applicable)

Post-Installation Requirements

Client Handover

• Cleaning and maintenance guidance provided
• Warranty terms explained
• Emergency contact details supplied
• Spare materials provided (if specified)
• Defects liability period confirmed
• Maintenance schedule recommended

Ongoing Compliance

• Regular inspection schedule established
• Cleaning protocol confirmed
• Maintenance requirements documented
• Re-certification schedule (if applicable)
• Contact for technical support provided
• Future expansion considerations noted

Common Non-Compliance Issues to Avoid

Installation Errors

• Inadequate substrate preparation
• Incorrect adhesive selection or application
• Poor welding technique (cold welds, gaps)
• Misaligned panels and joints
• Inadequate edge sealing
• Damage to material surface

Documentation Failures

• Missing material certificates
• Incomplete installation records
• Absent fire safety documentation
• Inadequate photographic evidence
• Missing as-built drawings
• Incomplete handover documentation

Compliance Oversights

• Fire barriers not installed
• Hygiene standards not met
• Sector-specific requirements missed
• Building regulations not followed
• Client specifications not addressed
• Testing and verification skipped

NextGenClad Compliance Guarantee

At NextGenClad, we ensure every installation meets all applicable compliance standards through:

• Certified Fitters - All installers trained and certified in leading hygienic cladding systems
• Quality Assurance - Rigorous inspection and testing at every stage
• Complete Documentation - Full compliance certification package provided
• Sector Expertise - Deep understanding of HACCP, GMP, HTM 64, and ISO 14644 requirements
• Project Timeline Guarantee - On-time delivery without compromising compliance
• Ongoing Support - Technical assistance throughout the project lifecycle

This checklist is provided as a general guide. Specific project requirements may vary. Contact NextGenClad for a detailed compliance assessment for your project.

Document Version: 1.0
Last Updated: January 2025
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