Swiftclean

15/10/2026

What's hiding behind your morning coffee?

When you walk into your favourite coffee shop, you're probably thinking about your next caffeine fix… not what's happening behind the scenes!

But for café & coffee shop owners, as well as hospitality managers, there's much more to consider than making the perfect flat white.

From grease building up in kitchen extract systems to dust accumulating in ventilation ductwork and potential Legionella risks within water systems, what you can't see could be putting your business at risk.

At Swiftclean, we help hospitality businesses stay safe and compliant with specialist cleaning, inspections and water hygiene services, all from one trusted provider.

So, here's a question for café and coffee owners and managers: When was the last time you checked what was happening behind the scenes?

Don't wait for a problem to disrupt your business. Get in touch with Swiftclean to discuss your compliance requirements.

Air And Water Hygiene Specialists – https://www.swiftclean.co.uk/

15/10/2026

A huge congratulations to our Technical Sales Consultant, Brandon, who recently got engaged to his partner, Clare!

Brandon popped the question last month, aboard a private boat in beautiful Sorrento, Italy. What a way to propose!

Wishing Brandon and Clare a lifetime of love and happiness together, from everyone at Swiftclean! ❤️

15/10/2026

Fire safety maintenance breaches are rising.

Latest government statistics show breaches relating to Article 17 increased by 12% in the year to March 2026 – and by 52% over six years.

For facilities managers and duty holders, it’s an important reminder: having fire dampers installed isn’t enough. They need to be properly inspected, tested, maintained and documented.

Can you demonstrate a clear record of your fire damper compliance?
If not, now is the time to check.

🔗 Read the latest government statistics:
https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/fire-prevention-and-protection-england-year-ending-march-2026/fire-prevention-and-protection-statistics-england-april-2025-to-march-2026

14/10/2026

Celebrating 2 years at Swiftclean!

Congratulations to Aaron and Matthew, who both celebrate their 2nd work anniversary at Swiftclean today!

Both are valued members of our field-based compliance team, Aaron works as one of our multiskilled Compliance Supervisors; and Matthew recently took the next step in his career by progressing to Supervisor level as well!

It's fantastic to see our team members developing and progressing within Swiftclean.

Thank you both for your hard work, dedication and everything you bring to the team. Here's to many more successful years ahead!

14/10/2026

Kitchen extract cleaning isn't just about hygiene – it's about fire safety!

Grease, fats and oils can build up inside kitchen extract ductwork, creating a serious fire risk if left unchecked.

Regular inspections and professional cleaning help reduce this risk, but having the right documentation is just as important.

Following TR19® Grease guidance helps commercial kitchens manage fire risks and demonstrate compliance, with detailed post-clean reports providing evidence of the work carried out.

An interesting read from Foodservice Equipment Journal highlighting why kitchen extract cleaning should be a key part of every commercial kitchen's fire safety strategy.
Read the full article here:
https://www.foodserviceequipmentjournal.com/operator-insight-designing-a-ventilation-system-that-works/

In a busy commercial kitchen, heat, steam, grease, smoke and cooking odours build quickly; poor extraction can affect staff comfort, indoor air quality, fire safety, equipment, neighbouring properties and the operation itself. Ventilation, then, is of paramount importance to the success of a kitchen...

14/10/2026

Course Dates for 2027 Are Live!

Ready to plan your training for next year? Our 2027 course dates have officially been released, including both online courses and practical courses hosted at our Southend based HQ.

✔Secure your preferred dates early
✔Plan ahead with confidence
✔Invest in your professional development

View all upcoming courses and book your place today via our website.

13/10/2026

We're Hiring – Build Your Career with Swiftclean!

Looking for more than just a job? Want to learn new skills, gain qualifications and build a rewarding career?

We're growing our ventilation cleaning team and have TWO exciting opportunities available for a Trainee Ventilation Cleaning Supervisor and a Duct Cleaning Operative!

At Swiftclean, we believe in investing in our people. As a long-established, family-owned business, we're proud to offer a supportive working environment where you'll benefit from extensive training, ongoing professional development and genuine opportunities for career progression.

Whether you're looking to develop your leadership skills or enjoy practical, hands-on work, this could be the perfect opportunity to grow your career with us!
Ready to take the next step? We'd love to hear from you!

Find out more and apply today:

Trainee Ventilation Cleaning Supervisor:
https://www.swiftclean.co.uk/jobs/trainee-ventilation-cleaning-supervisor/

Duct Cleaning Operative:
https://www.swiftclean.co.uk/jobs/duct-cleaning-operative-14/

13/10/2026

NEW TRAINING DATES RELEASED DUE TO DEMAND

Our 2026 training courses have been filling fast, so we’ve released additional dates before the end of the year.

If you missed out on previous dates, this is your opportunity to secure your place, gain new certifications and finish 2026 with valuable new skills.

Places are limited and demand is already high – early booking is recommended.

View the latest dates and book your place:
https://www.swiftclean.co.uk/about/swiftclean-academy/

13/10/2026

Did you know that grease build-up in kitchen extract systems can be a serious fire risk?

Over time, fats, oils and grease can accumulate inside ductwork, creating a potential fire hazard that often goes unseen.

That’s why regular inspections and professional kitchen extract cleaning are so important!

But it’s not just about the clean! Proper reporting, including photographs and measurements, helps demonstrate that your system has been cleaned to the required standard.

At Swiftclean, we help commercial kitchens reduce fire risks and maintain compliance with TR19® Grease.

An interesting read from Foodservice Equipment Journal on why kitchen extract cleaning should be a key part of your fire safety strategy.
https://www.foodserviceequipmentjournal.com/operator-insight-designing-a-ventilation-system-that-works/

12/10/2026

New Blog Alert!
Did you know that poor indoor air quality can impact health, wellbeing, productivity and even compliance? Over time, dust, allergens and contaminants can build up within ventilation systems, affecting airflow and air hygiene throughout your building.
Our latest blog, "From Dust to Compliance: How Ventilation Cleaning Supports Better Air Quality", explores how regular ventilation cleaning helps create healthier indoor environments, improves system efficiency and supports your legal responsibilities.
Read the full blog on our website today https://www.swiftclean.co.uk/blog/how-ventilation-cleaning-supports-better-air-quality/