FTF Services

DOE-STD-3022-98

5.1

FTF Services

The following services will be provided by the DOE FTF to DOE contractors and

non-DOE customers.

Penetration and resistance testing.

Visual inspection for damage and visible defects.

Inspection for compliance with visually verifiable filter specifications or

special purchase order instructions.

5.2

Charges for FTF Services

Inspection and test services shall be provided without charge to DOE

installations and to DOE-site contractors. Services shall be provided to other

than DOE prime contractors, other federal agencies, and commercial users in

accordance with prices established in advance with the FTF.

5.3

Contacts with Filter Manufacturers

To minimize the potential for conflicts of interest, contacts between the FTF and

filter manufacturers will normally be limited to the following: (1) notices of

shipping damage; (2) responses to manufacturer's requests for information about

filter receipt and test scheduling; and (3) queries by an FTF concerning

manufacturer's instructions for disposition of rejected filters. When it appears

that there is a need for special test provisions, e.g., special chucks or adapters,

direct discussions between the manufacturers and FTF staff are encouraged, but

the special test provisions shall be arranged through the filter purchaser.

5.4

Purchase Order Specifications and Instructions

Purchasers of HEPA filters shall furnish copies of HEPA filter purchase orders

and applicable specifications to the FTF. If the purchasing agent fails to supply

these documents, the FTF shall not inspect or test filters until appropriate

instructions have been received. Filter testing for commercial (charged)

customers shall not commence until an authorized purchase order for payment of

FTF services has been received and accepted by the FTF business office.