LOCATION:
Biomedical Sciences Building
UTILITY THAT WILL BE SHUTDOWN:
Intermittent Shutdowns of Building Ventilation Systems, including Fume Hoods and Exhaust Fans. Components of the Fire Alarm System will also be tested.
** Note: Do not use Fume Hoods or Steam Equipment (autoclaves, glass washers, etc.) during this scheduled shutdown. If you hear a building alarm, respond as you would to a regular fire alarm.
SCHEDULED DATE:
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 (add this to your calendar)
SCHEDULED TIME:
7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
REASON:
Retro-Commissioning and performance testing of the Building’s HVAC system and associated Fire Alarm System components.
IMPACTS:
HVAC and Fume hoods will not function during this shutdown. Please refrain from working with hazardous materials during the shutdown period. **There will be periodic interruptions to building airflow.
Components of the Fire Alarm System will be tested, please plan experiments and work accordingly and exercise additional caution when handling flames/flammable items. If you see a fire or smell smoke, call 911 as you normally would.
*During this work, if you do hear an alarm, respond as you would to a regular fire alarm.
Workers may be seen in and around the building completing this job.
DETAILS:
Please remember to close your Fume hood sashes the evening prior to the shutdown and refrain from working with hazardous materials during the shutdown period.
Please let us know if you have any questions.