- BOFA 1000iQ Fume Cabinet
- Spray booth and extraction for all solvent based activities
- Workshop Category: W2
- Workshop Risk Category: Green: Low Risk
BOFA 1000iQ fume cabinets/booths used to extract fumes and VOC’s during the following solvent based processes; aerosol spraying/painting, sealing and finishing material, post processing powder printed parts and casting using epoxy and polyester resins.
Consult with a Workshop Staff member if you are unsure when to use the fume cabinets.
Start with a Risk Assessment to ensure a safe work area:
- Only trained operators who have completed the online Moodle induction can use the fume cabinets.
- The area in and around the spray booth should be kept clear of people, debris and dust
- Nitrile gloves a must be worn (provided in the workshop)
- Wear a P3 mask when working with large volumes or objects – where risk of fumes escaping from the cabinet is greater
- Ensure you protect any clothing from the accidental paint drops, wear apron if needed
- Familiarise yourself with the off and on button
- Turn the fume cabinet light on
- Spray cans can be disposed in the Hazbox which is kept below the spray booths
- All flammables are to be store in the yellow cupboard
- Only use the booths for items smaller than a football. Larger object must be sprayed outside on the tables
Operational Safety Rules:
- Approach your work in the workshop with a respectful attitude. Don’t spray in the booth when someone’s work is still in there
- Ensure the inside of the booth is covered with paper – this is changed weekly
- The plastic guard must be down before you can start spraying
- Red illuminated button turns extraction ON, switch on the right turns the light ON
- Wait for the extraction to reach its set speed of 50m/s. Only then start spraying
- Spray or cast work needs time to ‘gas’ off. Leave work in the booth for at least 30minutes to cure
Always ask a staff member for help if you are not sure how to correctly use the machine