Fume cupboard testing

Camfil's NATA accredited facility perform various compliance tests to validate fume cupboards and cabinets, as per the following Australian Standards:

AS 2243.8 – Safety in laboratories: Fume Cupboards (Appendices A and B)
AS 2243.9 – Safety in laboratories: Recirculating fume cabinets (Appendices A and B)

NATA accredited testing for ducted fume cupboards include:

AS/NZS 2243.8 App A – Smoke Test (Clause A6)
AS/NZS 22433.8 App B – Determining Face Velocity (Clause 3.1.2)
AS 1807.15 – Lighting Intensity (Clause 2.2.5)
AS 1807.20 – Sound Levels (Clause 4.2.4)

NATA accredited testing for recirculating fume cabinets include:

AS/NZS 2243.9 App A – Smoke Test (Clause A5)
AS/NZS 22433.9 App B – Determining Face Velocity (Clause 4.1.2)
AS 1807.15 – Lighting Intensity (Clause 2.3.6)
AS 1807.20 – Sound Levels (Clause 5.2.5)

At the conclusion of our comprehensive testing, you will receive a detailed analysis report and a NATA endorsed certificate of compliance to verify that your fume cupboard meets Australian Standard specifications.

When should fume cupboards be tested?

On site, prior to use, upon installation and/or commissioning
After any mechanical or electrical maintenance
Re-tested at six monthly
Re-tested as required by appropriate regulatory authority
In special circumstances, such as a significant change in the work program, or where impaired operation is suspected