At the end of this 3-day course, participants will be capable of specifying appropriate fume hood tests, conducting tests according to standard methods and managing test data to ensure proper performance of laboratory fume hoods.

For maximum learning, the course is divided into classroom lecture sections and lab sessions for combining theoretical and practical knowledge. Labs enable hands-on experience involving CAV/VAV test methods, lab environment tests and troubleshooting development. The practical experience will enable students to identify, diagnose and specify repair of dysfunctional fume hood systems. In addition, students will learn how to manage test data to improve operating efficiency of the lab systems.

Highlights

• An understanding of the fundamentals of laboratory ventilation
• Ability to analyze fume hood types and specify appropriate tests for VAV and CAV systems
• Conduct fume hood performance tests
• Operate, calibrate and maintain test equipment
• Collect, analyze and report fume hood performance test data
• Manage data to achieve safe, dependable and efficient ventilation systems

Thomas C. Smith is the president of Exposure Control Technologies, Inc. Mr. Smith is a leader in laboratory safety and energy management. He specializes in helping laboratories provide safe, dependable, and energy-efficient operation of laboratory hoods and ventilation systems. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from North Carolina State University and a Master of Science degree in environmental engineering from the University of North Carolina.

Mr. Smith is active in developing national and international standards for laboratory ventilation and serves as Chairman of ASHRAE TC9.10 Laboratory Systems and Vice Chairman of ANSI/ASHRAE 110 Fume Hood Testing. He is also a member of ANSI/AIHA Z9 Standards for Ventilation and Health.

Since 1985, Mr. Smith has participated in hundreds of laboratory ventilation projects and evaluated thousands of laboratory hood systems. His work has improved the safety of laboratory environments and saved millions of dollars in energy costs. He currently provides technical consultation to numerous Fortune 100 companies, top research universities, and government agencies on the forefront of environmental safety and energy conservation. He is also a registered Labs21 Instructor.