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Fume Hoods. November 1, 2011. Rice University Chemical Hygiene Plan 2010 p. 31-32. Purpose. Primary means of controlling inhalation exposure Designed to retain vapors and gases Serves as a barrier to fires, flying objects, chemical splashes, small implosions and explosions
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Fume Hoods November 1, 2011 Rice University Chemical Hygiene Plan 2010 p. 31-32
Purpose • Primary means of controlling inhalation exposure • Designed to retain vapors and gases • Serves as a barrier to fires, flying objects, chemical splashes, small implosions and explosions • Can contain spills
Safe Operation • Keep the sash closed when not working at the hood • Hoods are not intended for chemical storage • Do not allow objects such as paper to enter the exhaust ducts • Do not put your head inside the hood when experiments are being performed