NEBB Fume Hood
Testing Seminar for
Certified Professionals
April 13-14, 2015
Honolulu, HI
NEBB Fume Hood Testing Seminar
Introduction
Chemical fume hoods are one of the most important items of safety equipment present within the
laboratory. Therefore it is vitally important that they are properly used and maintained. Chemical fume
hoods serve to control the accumulation of toxic, flammable, and offensive vapors by preventing their
escape into the laboratory atmosphere. In addition, fume hoods provide physical isolation and
containment of chemicals and their reactions and thus serve as a protective barrier between laboratory
personnel and the chemical or chemical process within the hood. Chemical fume hoods are an
important means of protecting workers from chemical exposure.
Learning objectives
The seminar will provide attendees with an overview of laboratory HVAC concepts. This will include
discussions of environmental safety enclosures, such as fume hoods, biological safety cabinets and
other containment enclosures and review of the various HVAC systems that are currently employed
in laboratory design. In addition, the basic operation of fume hoods and other containment
enclosures and their respective applications and features will be presented.
The NEBB Procedural Standard for Fume Hood Performance Testing will be reviewed with
emphasis on the requirements for N E B B F irm certification, NEBB Certified Professional
certification, instrumentation and reporting requirement, and testing requirement. Detailed
presentations will be provided for the three primary fume hood performance tests: Airflow Velocity
Tests, Airflow Visualization Tests and Tracer Gas Containment Tests. Instructors will also provide
hands-on demonstrations of fume hood operations. The seminar will emphasize proper testing
procedures, reporting requirements and the evaluation of test results. NEBB’s theme is
“Performance Delivering Professionals”. In concert with that theme, the seminar will conclude with
a session on trouble shooting fume hood issues and problem resolution.
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Who should attend
We recommend people attending have a general understanding of HVAC, laboratory operation, and fume
hoods.
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Biosafety professionals
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Laboratory managers
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Industrial hygienists
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Researchers and fume hood instructors
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Facility engineers, architects and certifiers for fume hoods
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Others with a strong background in fume hood work who consider that an extensive review in
a classroom setting will enhance their technical education
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Individuals who are gathering information about the testing procedures performed by NEBB
Certified Professionals to assist in the preparation of testing criteria and the auditing of Fume
Hood Performance Testing. No previous knowledge or equipment is necessary to attend the
seminar and take the practical exam.
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Individuals who want a refresher course before taking the NEBB FHT Certified Professional
exams
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Business owners/executives who are considering the opportunities available for expanding
into the fume hood market.
Meet the instructors (preliminary—subject to change)
Don Fedyk
Don is the Manager for Air Filtration Management, New York. He is a member of the
NEBB Board of Directors, Chairman of the NEBB FHT committee and is a NEBB Certified Professional in FHT, TAB, S&V & BSC. He has tested chemical and radiological
fume hoods under the ASHRAE/ANSI 110 Standard for more than 20 years.
Mike Kelly
Mike is the Project Manager for Air Filtration Management. He is a member of
NEBB FHT committee. He is a NEBB Certified FHT & CPT Professional with over
23 years experience in testing fume hoods, cleanrooms, biological safety cabinets
and HEPA filtered equipment.
Dave Muggah
Dave is the Owner/Manager of HEPA Atlantic Inc. He is member of NEBB FHT
committee and is a NEBB TAB and FHT Certified Professional. He is also an NSF
accredited certifier for biological safety cabinets.
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NEBB Fume Hood Testing Seminar
Seminar schedule
Monday, April 13
8:00 a.m.
Registration
8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Introduction to Fume Hood Performance Testing
Laboratory HVAC Basics
Fume Hood Types
Fume Hoods versus Bio-Safety Cabinets
FHT Procedural Standards
Safety and Protocol
Overview of Testing Requirements
12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Lunch
Airflow Velocity Tests and Hands On
Airflow Visualization Tests and Hands On
Tuesday, April 14
8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Tracer Gas Containment Tests and Hands On
Trouble Shooting and Problem Resolution
12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Review Session
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
FHT Exam (Open Book)
4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Fundamentals Exam – if required (closed book)
Testing overview
The written and practical examinations test the knowledge, engineering application and field
testing skills required to properly test the performance of fume hoods. The Written Examination is
a 3 hour test that is comprised of multiple choice problems that test the candidate in the following
areas:
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Knowledge of the NEBB FHT Procedural Standard testing requirements
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Knowledge of basic laboratory HVAC design
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Knowledge of the operation of fume hoods and other containment enclosures
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Knowledge of the engineering applications of fume hood testing
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Testing of basic HVAC fundamentals
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The Practical Examination is comprised of three sections: Airflow Velocity Tests (1 hour),
Airflow Visualization Tests (½ hour) and Tracer Gas Containment Tests (1½ hour). The
Practical Exams test the candidate in the following areas:
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Correct application, knowledge and proper use of the appropriate instrumentation for
each performance test
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Knowledge of the procedural requirements of each performance test
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Knowledge of the analysis of the measured data and reporting requirements of each
Performance test
NEBB will publish the Practical Testing schedule once the attendance minimum has been reached.
Prior to booking travel, confirm your testing schedule time as completion will occur based in
order of confirmed seminar reservation. Instruments for the Practical Exams will be provided.
However, if you currently possess an instrument that meets the requirements of the NEBB FHT
Procedural Standard and is calibrated, you are encouraged to bring it to the seminar for your use.
*Attendees should be aware that this seminar is a refresher on NEBB FHT. Attending the
seminar in itself is insufficient for successful completion of NEBB FHT Certified Professional
exam. Please note that you need to apply for certification before you can take the NEBB FHT
Certification Exam. Contact the NEBB Office for the application.
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NEBB Fume Hood Testing Seminar
Registration
Complete attached Registration Form and send with payment to:
Connie Vitale | NEBB | 8575 Grovemont Circle, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Tel: 301.977.3698
FAX: 301.977.9589
Email: [email protected]
Registration deadline: Friday, February 27, 2015
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Enrollment is limited. Available openings will be filled on a “first come-first served” basis.
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Lunch will be provided on Monday, April 13 and Tuesday, April 14 and is included in the seminar
fees.
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Please contact Connie Vitale at 301-977-3698 to confirm that space is available and the exam
schedule prior to purchasing airline tickets, or committing to other expenses.
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Registrants will receive a confirmation letter, including instructions regarding required seminar
materials.
Hotel and transportation information
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa
2424 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, Hawaii, USA, 96815-3289
Tel: +1.808.923.1234
Fax: +1.808.926.3415
Website: http://waikiki.hyatt.com/
The standard room (Waikiki View Room) single/double
rate for the conference is $215 plus applicable taxes
(13.96%). NEBB has negotiated a special discount on
resort fee of $10 plus tax (usually $25), which includes a list of services and amenities listed below. To
secure a room please use the reservation link or by calling the hotel on +1.888.421.1442.
Transportation information
Airport: Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
Ground Transportation: Approximate taxi fare from airport to Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort &
Spa is $60.
Airport Shuttle: The Robert Hawaii Shuttle Service is available for transportation to and from the
airport. They run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information call 1.800.831.5541.
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NEBB Fume Hood Testing Seminar Registration Form
I will attend the NEBB FHT Seminar on April 13-14, 2015
Name: _____________________________________ Nickname:_____________________________________
Company Name:_____________________________________ Title:__________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________________________
City: __________________________________________ State: _________________ Zip code:___________
Phone: ________________________ Fax: _____________________ Chapter:__________________________
Email:___________________________________________ Dietary restriction: ______________________
All hotel reservations must be made directly by the seminar participant. Please refer to the local hotel
information in this brochure.
Fees: (check all that apply)
$1,300.00 FHT SEMINAR REGISTRATION FEE (for NEBB Certified Firms)
$1,650.00 FHT SEMINAR REGISTRATION FEE (for non-NEBB Firms)
$60 Procedural Standards for Fume Hood Performance Testing (NEBB Firms)
$95 Procedural Standards for Fume Hood Performance Testing (Non NEBB Firms)
$ ____________ TOTAL AMOUNT
Payment method:
Check Enclosed made payable to NEBB for Seminar Registration Fee
VISA
MASTERCARD
AMERICAN EXPRESS
Name on the Card________________________________________________________________________
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Security Code___________________________ Signature_________________________________________
Form & check must reach the NEBB Office no later than Friday, February 27, 2015. RETURN TO:
Connie Vitale, [email protected] | NEBB | 8575 Grovemont Circle, Gaithersburg, MD 20877| Fax: 301.977.9589
Conditions:
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Pre-registration and pre-payment of fees are necessary to ensure your participation in the seminar.
Cancellation by registrants prior to August 26 regardless of reason, will be subject to a $100 service charge. A refund of the pre-paid registration fees
will be made less the $100 service charge.
Those who cancel between August 26 and September 8 (unless a replacement can be found) will forfeit the entire registration fee.
No shows (those persons registered for the seminar) who do not cancel prior to September 8 and/or subsequently do not attend the course, will not
receive any refund, regardless of the reason. They will also be responsible for their hotel room payment.
NEBB reserves the right to cancel any seminar having insufficient registrants, in which case, all prepaid registration fees will be refunded in full. NEBB
cannot be responsible for any losses resulting from cancellation of a seminar.
For NEBB use:
Registration Form Received by NEBB and reservation made as requested above.
Confirmed by:_________________________________________________ Date:________________________
* Please advise NEBB and the hotel of any cancellations as-soon-as-possible.
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NEBB Fume Hood Testing Seminar
8575 Grovemont Circle
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877
Telephone: 301.977.3698
Fax: 301.977.9589
www.nebb.org
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