If you plan to take the NSF exam, it’s essential to contact NSF beforehand to make the necessary arrangements. Per NSF Guidelines to start the application process you must email biosafetcabinetry@nsf.org with the following information, this should be completed 30 days prior to course:
1.
Proof of high‐school diploma or equivalent AND at least one of the two following:
Completion of a training course on biosafety cabinets and evidence of one year of active participation in performing field certification tests on biosafety cabinets, demonstrated by the submission of twenty (20) test reports, five (5) of which must be from B1 or B2 cabinets. One test report shall be dated a minimum of one year prior to the date of application. Test reports shall include, at a minimum, the date of certification, test report number, location of cabinet, type of cabinet, manufacturer and model number, serial number of cabinet certified and data from inflow velocity, downflow velocity and HEPA filter leak tests.
Minimum three years’ work experience performing field certification tests on biosafety cabinets, demonstrated by the submission of ten (10) test reports per year, two (2) of which must be from B1 or B2 cabinets. One test report shall be dated a minimum of three years prior to the date of application. Test reports shall include, at a minimum, the date of certification, test report number, location of cabinet, type of cabinet, manufacturer and model number, serial number of cabinets certified and data from inflow velocity, downflow velocity and HEPA filter leak tests.
2.
Completed enhanced application (which will be sent directly to you by an NSF Coordinator)
Please be aware that there is a separate application process and fee for the NSF exam, and we cannot guarantee your participation in the exam if you have not made these arrangements in advance. A photo ID must be present for the proctor to administer the exam.
Required Materials for
the NSF Exam:
If you are taking the NSF exam, ensure you bring the following items to class:
The most current version of NSF Standard 49, NSF Accreditation Policies
Your test equipment (see list below), and a calculator
Having these materials on hand is crucial for your exam preparation.
Equipment for the NSF Exam
If you plan on taking the NSF exam, please ship your testing equipment to: Engineered Air Balance, 604 Spring Hill Dr. Suite 140, Spring, TX 77386 all equipment should arrive prior to the course, please ensure delivery is made between Monday – Friday 8AM to 3PM.
Required Test Equipment
Smoke Visualizer: Source of non-toxic neutrally buoyant smoke
Direct Inflow Measurement (DIM) Device: Bring a device such as a capture hood, Balometer, or Flow Hood for the inflow velocity test. The device must meet an accuracy of +/- 3% of reading +/- 7 cubic feet/minute (+/- 12 m3/hr)
Aerosol Photometer: linear scale capable of indicating 100% upstream concentration with a minimum aerosol concentration of 10 µg/L of DOP particles (or equivalent). It should also detect a downstream aerosol concentration equal to 10^-5 of the upstream concentration of the same particles.
Thermal Anemometer: accuracy of +/- 3 fpm (+/- 0.015 m/s) or 3% of the indicated velocity
Vibration Analyzer: minimum reliable reading of 1 × 10^-4 inches (2.5 × 10^-6 m) rms amplitude or the ability to detect differences of this magnitude. Vibration in displacement mode within the 10 to 1,000 Hz frequency, as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
Portable Photoelectric Illuminance Meter: the meter should be accurate within ± 10%, and be cosine and color corrected.
Sound Meter: minimum range of at least 50 to 100 db.
To facilitate the return of your equipment, please provide return shipping labels to Training Center Manager: dglenn@eabcoinc.com.
Please package your equipment for return following the course week and exam. To comply with TSA regulations, make sure to drain the PAO from your aerosol generator before shipping.