Fume Hood User Training:

All fume hood users shall receive training in the following elements:

• General fume hood purpose
  • Primary engineering control method for potential exposures
  • Containment method for unanticipated fires/explosions/ splashes
  • Fume hood components
• Airflow characteristics
  • Once-through system
  • Capture efficiency and optimum velocity
• Potential for turbulent airflow and escape of hazardous substances from the hood
  • Impact of high face velocity/low face velocity
  • Impact of blocking baffles
• Safe use of the fume hood and its features
  • Types of fume hoods
  • Work practices/correct use
    • “Do not operate fume hoods marked ‘FAIL’ until repaired”
• Performance testing
  • EH&S procedures (survey, tags, yellow sticker, repair requests)
  • Other performance tests
• Quantitative airflow monitors or alarm system
  • Location on the hood
  • Use as flow indicator
• Energy Conservation
  • Anecdotal statistical data
  • Keep sash closed when not in use

Biosafety Cabinet User Training:

All BSC users shall receive training in the following elements:

• Confirm BSC is appropriate for the BSL Level.
• Prepare a written checklist of materials necessary for a particular activity and place only necessary materials in the BSC before beginning work.
• Turn off any overhead room germicidal ultraviolet light (UV) and any BSC UV lights.
• Confirm that the BSC is currently certified for use.
• Confirm that the BSC is operating properly prior to beginning work by checking airflow gauges.
• Adjust the stool height so that armpits are level with the bottom of the view screen or sash.