DANSK DS/EN 14175-8 PDF

This document specifies the characteristics of fume cupboards, as defined in EN 14175-1, for work with unsealed radioactive materials with specific requirements regarding radiation protection. It does not apply to fume cupboards, glove boxes or hot cells (shielded radiation containment cells which can incorporate fume extraction). The purpose of this document is to set out rules for the design and testing of fume cupboards for work with unsealed radioactive materials, in order to provide guidelines for the manufacturer, planner, installer, operator, assessor and the authorities. This document only covers bench type fume cupboards.