The laboratory chemical fume hood is the most common local exhaust ventilation system used in laboratories and is the primary method used to control inhalation exposures to hazardous substances. When ...

A secondary purpose is to serve as a shield between the worker and the equipment being used when there is the possibility of an explosive reaction, or to protect the specimen. Laboratory fume hoods ...

Next up was the enclosure, and like most fume hoods, he started with a large plastic bin. He also happened to have some nice aluminum profiles on the scrap heap that he used to finish the cut ...

To maximize hood effectiveness and minimize personal exposure to toxic vapors or gases, fume hoods should be used in accordance with these operational guidelines: ...

Who should complete this course? Does your work require the use of a Biosafety Cabinet (BSC), Fume Hood, or Clean-Air Station? If so, it is strongly recommended you complete this training course. This ...

Once a work order is placed to Zone Maintenance by either your building deputy or EHS’s Industrial Hygiene section, a sign will be posted on the fume hood stating the hood is not safe to use and ...

1. Use glass pipettes with bulbs for all pipeting. 2. In the fume hood, pour small amounts of the reagents to be used (except BF 3) into clean glass scintillation vials and label properly and leave ...