Chemical Fume Hoods

Introduction to Chemical Fume Hoods

Chemical Fume Hoods, when used properly and kept in optimal working order, provide an important engineering control that protects users from inhalation of hazardous vapors and gases. Environmental Safety provides training and labelling to help people use fume hoods correctly. You can find the on line course at our http://esf.uvm.edu/courses

Important Contact Information:

Fume Hood Certifications

esf@uvm.edu
Environmental Safety

Minor Mechanical Malfunction
Example:
• Inconsistent airflow

esf@uvm.edu
Environmental Safety
for hood evaluation

Major Malfunction
Examples:
   • No airflow,
   • Sash positioning problems
   • Clogged baffles
   • Missing components

Stop using the hood and submit a work order at: http://www.uvm.edu/fss

For immediate fume hood attention:
656-2560, dial 1
(Service Operations)

Last Updated: June 25, 2009