| LAMINAR
FLOW CLEAN BENCHES: |
| TEST
STANDARD: |
Institute
of Environmental Science & Technology (IEST) Laminar Flow
Clean Air Devices. |
| TEST
PROCEDURE: |
HEPA
filter installation leak test, air flow velocity test, and smoke
test to challenge back-streaming of uncleaned air. Minor adjustments
necessary to bring unit to standard and/or manufacturer's specification. |
| TEST
FREQUENCY: |
Upon
installation, when moved, after repairs, and at least annually. |
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| CHEMICAL
FUME HOODS: |
| TEST
STANDARD: |
Scientific
Equipment & Furniture Association
Scientific Apparatus Makers Association (SAMA)
ASHRAE Standard
|
| TEST
PROCEDURE: |
Room
conditions, face velocities in grid pattern, airflow smoke pattern
test, and evolution of air flow monitors. Minor adjustments (except
for roof-top blower units) as necessary. |
| TEST
FREQUENCY: |
OSHA
recommends quarterly testing if not monitored. |
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| BIOLOGICAL
SAFETY CABINETS: |
| TEST
STANDARD: |
National
Sanitation Foundation (NSF) or Manufacturers Specification. |
| TEST
PROCEDURE: |
Downflow
velocity and volume, inflow velocity, airflow smoke patterns,
and HEPA filter leak tests. Minor adjustments necessary to bring
unit to standard or manufacturer's specification. |
| TEST
FREQUENCY: |
Upon
installation, when moved, after repairs, and at least annually.
Semi-annual testing required for certain applications. |
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| DECONTAMINATION
& REPAIRS: |
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Decontamination
and repairs, including parts replacement, available for all biological
safety cabinets, laminar flow devices, and fume hoods. |
