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Fume extraction

Discussion in 'Australia' started by ljascot, Jun 25, 2015.

  1. ljascot

    ljascot Member


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    Hi

    I was wondering if anyone could advise me on the regulations required regarding dust/fume extraction in Australia? We have a new orthotic lab currently being set up with a fume extraction bench and a desk top grinder. The room does not have any windows.

    Any help/advise would be appreciated.

    Thanks
     
  2. Boots n all

    Boots n all Well-Known Member

    Contact Worksafe, although your distributor of the equipment should be able to tell you.

    We run a 1 micron filter for our dust extractors, cloth bags they come with are useless and can be a fire hazard.

    You will need an external vent for the fume extractor and remember the fumes could be flammable, l doubt there is enough volume for what your doing, but to be safe, dont have it venting near a flame, e.g a pilot light of a gas hot water or heater unit.
     
  3. ljascot

    ljascot Member

    Thank you. I"ll contact worksafe.
    Cheers Linda
     
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