Fume Hood Operation LABORATORY SAFETY UNIT

DOS AND DONTS

Keep all materials
Elevate large equipment at inside the hood at least
least 2“ above the hood 6" from the sash
interior base to prevent
airflow blockages. 2" 6" opening.

Ensure the sash is Ensure the hood

at the 18" or less is on and the
and is often
marked by an 18" airflow is with in
the required
arrow. range (0.35 to
0.50 m/s).

Place the heat

Do
generating
Know the chemicals equipment near
you are working with the rear of the
and consult the SDS hood.
if you are unsure.

Don't Position fans or air

conditioners to direct
airflow across the
hood face.
Place your
head inside the
hood.

Use any electronic

Permanently store extension cord inside
chemicals within the the hood.
hood. Use a hood for any
Leave sash open function it was not
when not in use. designed for.

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