2.1.3 Installation of New Fume Hoods
Installation of a new fume hood requires careful planning and a clear understanding of the existing building ventilation systems and capabilities. Improperly installed fume hoods or other capture devices can disrupt airflow conditions in the room and negatively impact the performance of other hoods and the building’s overall ventilation system.
All fume hoods and other local exhaust or capture devices must be planned and installed in consultation with Facilities and Campus Services (FCS) and Environment, Health and Safety (EHS). All new installations must comply with the Cornell Design & Construction Standards, including the commissioning and turnover requirements described in Standard 115000. Under this standard, fume hood commissioning—including “as-installed” ASHRAE 110 testing, turnover documentation, and establishing new assets in Maximo—is a project deliverable performed by the commissioning vendor and coordinated by the Project Manager.
After installation and turnover, fume hoods become part of the university’s ongoing inspection and performance testing program. EHS reviews hood performance during routine laboratory safety assessments, and FCS Controls conducts required annual performance testing.
EHS is available during planning and design phases to provide guidance regarding the selection, placement, and safety requirements for laminar flow clean benches, biosafety cabinets (BSCs), ductless fume hoods, and other containment or local exhaust devices. Field certification of BSCs must be performed by a qualified NSF/ANSI 49–accredited contractor as part of equipment installation and turnover, coordinated through the Project Manager.