Fume conform to AS 2243.8 - 1986. Discharge Cupboard may be filtered, or scrubbed, or filtered or incinerated or incorporate wash down, to meet special requirements. Emergency shut off controls may also be required as per Appendix A AS 2430.3 - 1987. This cupboard may also be used as a fume cupboard, fume enclosure or ventilated work area. Each fume exhaust system must be accurately labelled and restricted to the uses indicated in the table, para 3.2.
All users are responsible for ensuring that they comply with the fume exhaust system grading.
4.3 Responsibilities, Descriptions Specific details of the responsibilities of all concerned in the operation and maintenance of fume exhaust systems are listed in Appendix B. 5. The system's grading will then be confirmed or modified according to the results of the tests. There is a need to monitor, on a continuous basis, chemical usage rates and types for each fume exhaust system. The Occupational Health and Safety Unit on a more random basis. However all installations must comply with Section 6.2.4 which requires a fire extinguisher to be located within two meters of the work area.