Scope - std30220007

DOE-STD-3022-98

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SCOPE

This standard establishes essential elements of a Department of Energy (DOE) program

for testing HEPA filters to be installed in DOE nuclear facilities or used in DOE-

contracted activities. A key element is the testing of HEPA filters for performance at a

DOE Filter Test Facility (FTF) prior to installation. Other key elements are (1) providing

for a DOE HEPA filter procurement program, and (2) verifying that HEPA filters to be

installed in nuclear facilities appear on a " ualified Products List" (QPL).

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APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

The following documents are a part of this standard to the extent specified. Unless

otherwise stated, the issue date and revision number of a referenced document in

effect on the issue date of this standard shall apply. In the event of conflict between

provisions of this standard and provisions of the referenced documents, the text of this

standard shall take precedence. Appeals in this matter may be addressed to the DOE

Preparing Activity (currently DP-45), which is designated as the DOE entity responsible

for issuance and interpretation of this standard.

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DOE Standards

DOE NE F 3-43 - Quality Assurance Testing of HEPA Filters

DOE NE F 3-44 - DOE Filter Test Facilities Quality Program Plan

DOE-STD-3020-97 - Specifications for HEPA Filters Used by DOE Contractors

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Institute of Environmental Sciences, Mt. Prospect, Illinois

IES-RP-CC001.3 - HEPA and ULPA Filters

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DEFINITIONS

Acceptance TestInspection and testing of a HEPA filter to verify certain

characteristics or properties which determine acceptance or rejection of that filter.