NSF/ANSI 49 Biological Safety Cabinet Field Certifier Advanced Training Course

NSF/ANSI 49 Biological Safety Cabinet Field Certifier Advanced Training Course

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EAB Training!

We’re thrilled to embark on this journey together! This page serves as your comprehensive guide to all the essential information you need before attending EAB Training.

As always, if you have any other questions, please reach out to our
Training Center Manager, Derek Glenn, at dglenn@eabcoinc.com.

What's Included in the Course?

– 7 Days of Instruction and Hands-on Training

– Resource Materials

– Instrumentation Instruction

– Daily Breakfast and Lunch

What's Included in the Course?

– 7 Days of Instruction and Hands-on Training

– Resource Materials

– Instrumentation Instruction

– Daily Breakfast and Lunch

What Should I Bring
to EAB Training?

A calculator, safety glasses, and safety gloves is all your will need for our classes. Once you are at EAB Training, everything else is provided…

Prerequisites: Click here for more info

What Should I Bring
to EAB Training?

A calculator, safety glasses, and safety gloves is all your will need for our classes. Once you are at EAB Training, everything else is provided…

Prerequisites: Click here for more info

What About Meals
and Snacks?

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be included for EAB Training Students.

Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.

Email Derek Glenn at dglenn@eabcoinc.com.

What About Meals
and Snacks?

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be included for EAB Training Students.

Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.

Email Derek Glenn at dglenn@eabcoinc.com.

What Should I Bring
to EAB Training?

What Should I Bring
to EAB Training?

A calculator, safety glasses, and safety gloves is all you will need for our classes. Once you are at EAB Training, everything else is provided…

A calculator, safety glasses, and safety gloves is all you will need for our classes. Once you are at EAB Training, everything else is provided…

What About Meals
and Snacks?

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be included for EAB Training Students.

Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.

Email Derek Glenn at dglenn@eabcoinc.com.

What About Meals
and Snacks?

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be included for EAB Training Students.

Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.

Email Derek Glenn at dglenn@eabcoinc.com.

NSF/ANSI 49 Biological Safety Cabinet Field Certifier Advanced Training

NSF/ANSI 49 Biological Safety Cabinet Field Certifier Advanced Training

The NSF/ANSI 49 Biological Safety Cabinet Field Certifier Advanced Training course offered by EAB Training is designed to instruct participants according to industry standards, providing comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the field of Biosafety Cabinet (BSC) certification. Participants will gain in-depth understanding of BSC construction and functions, review various BSC types and their installation requirements, and learn best practices for using BSCs safely and effectively. This course prepares participants for the NSF 49 written and practical exams.

Participants will engage in practical exercises, including conducting site assessments and creating testing grids for certification. They will learn to perform critical tests such as inflow and downflow airflow tests, smoke pattern tests, and balancing airflow tests.

The curriculum includes:

  • Overview of Biosafety Cabinets
  • Introduction to Data Sheets and Certification
  • Practical Training on Downflow Velocity Test
  • Inflow Velocity Measurement
  • Inflow Velocity – Constricted Access Opening Method
  • HEPA Filter Integrity Testing
  • Calculating Airflows from Volume for Type B2 Cabinets
  • Vibration and Noise Level Testing
  • Practical noise level measurement and interpreting results
  • Site Installation Assessment
  • Lighting Intensity and Smoke Patterns Tests

This course equips students with the skills and knowledge required to ensure the optimal performance and safety of Biosafety Cabinets.

At completion of the course participants have the opportunity to take the NSF written and practical exam at the EAB Training Center.

Prerequisites: Click here for more info
Classroom Instruction Time: 20
Hands-On Instruction Time: 10
eLearning Time: 10
Examination Time: Determined by proctor
The curriculum includes: This course covers the following topics:
  • Overview of Biosafety Cabinets
  • Introduction to Data Sheets and Certification
  • Practical Training on Downflow Velocity Test
  • Inflow Velocity Measurement
  • Inflow Velocity - Constricted Access Opening Method
  • HEPA Filter Integrity Testing
  • Calculating Airflows from Volume for Type B2 Cabinets
  • Vibration and Noise Level Testing
  • Practical noise level measurement and interpreting results
  • Site Installation Assessment
  • Lighting Intensity and Smoke Patterns Tests
Prerequisites: Click here for more info
Classroom Instruction Time: 20
Hands-On Instruction Time: 10
eLearning Time: 10
Examination Time: Determined by proctor

Upcoming Dates

  • February 17, 2025 - February 23, 2025 

The class schedule is as follows.

Monday – Friday (1/2 day): Instructional Training Friday (1/2 Day) - Sunday: Written exam and performance certification in the presence of a testing proctor

Breakfast and Lunch provided.

Learn More

To learn more about our training programs or to register to attend, please contact our Training Center Manager, Derek Glenn.

Contact Our Training Center Manager

NSF/ANSI 49 Biological Safety Cabinet Field Certifier Advanced Training

The NSF/ANSI 49 Biological Safety Cabinet Field Certifier Advanced Training course offered by EAB Training is designed to instruct participants according to industry standards, providing comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the field of Biosafety Cabinet (BSC) certification. Participants will gain in-depth understanding of BSC construction and functions, review various BSC types and their installation requirements, and learn best practices for using BSCs safely and effectively. This course prepares participants for the NSF 49 written and practical exams.

Participants will engage in practical exercises, including conducting site assessments and creating testing grids for certification. They will learn to perform critical tests such as inflow and downflow airflow tests, smoke pattern tests, and balancing airflow tests.

The curriculum includes:

  • Overview of Biosafety Cabinets
  • Introduction to Data Sheets and Certification
  • Practical Training on Downflow Velocity Test
  • Inflow Velocity Measurement
  • Inflow Velocity – Constricted Access Opening Method
  • HEPA Filter Integrity Testing
  • Calculating Airflows from Volume for Type B2 Cabinets
  • Vibration and Noise Level Testing
  • Practical noise level measurement and interpreting results
  • Site Installation Assessment
  • Lighting Intensity and Smoke Patterns Tests

This course equips students with the skills and knowledge required to ensure the optimal performance and safety of Biosafety Cabinets.

At completion of the course participants have the opportunity to take the NSF written and practical exam at the EAB Training Center.

Prerequisites: Click here for more info
Classroom Instruction Time: 20
Hands-On Instruction Time: 10
eLearning Time: 10
Examination Time: Determined by proctor
The curriculum includes: This course covers the following topics:
  • Overview of Biosafety Cabinets
  • Introduction to Data Sheets and Certification
  • Practical Training on Downflow Velocity Test
  • Inflow Velocity Measurement
  • Inflow Velocity - Constricted Access Opening Method
  • HEPA Filter Integrity Testing
  • Calculating Airflows from Volume for Type B2 Cabinets
  • Vibration and Noise Level Testing
  • Practical noise level measurement and interpreting results
  • Site Installation Assessment
  • Lighting Intensity and Smoke Patterns Tests
Prerequisites: Click here for more info
Classroom Instruction Time: 20
Hands-On Instruction Time: 10
eLearning Time: 10
Examination Time: Determined by proctor

Upcoming Dates

  • February 17, 2025 - February 23, 2025 

The class schedule is as follows.

Monday – Friday (1/2 day): Instructional Training Friday (1/2 Day) - Sunday: Written exam and performance certification in the presence of a testing proctor

Breakfast and Lunch provided.

Learn More

To learn more about our training programs or to register to attend, please contact our Training Center Manager, Derek Glenn.

Contact Our Training Center Manager

Daily Agenda

Daily Agenda

Agenda based on the NSF 49 Workflow Order of Operations

Agenda based on the NSF 49 Workflow Order of Operations

Day One

8:30 am

Breakfast and Welcome

Standard Air and Density Correction

Ductwork Traversing and Capture Hoods

12:00 pm

Lunch

Correction Factors and Proportional Balancing

4:30 pm

Homework

Day Two

7:30 am

Breakfast and Homework Review

Flow Hood Measurement Hands On

Electrical Safety and NFPA 70E Hands On

11:30 am

Lunch

Basics of Electricity

Electrical Motors and VFDs

Day Three

7:30 am

Breakfast and Welcome

Rotational Speed Hands On

12:00 pm

Lunch

Sheave and Belt Sizing Hands On

Ductworks Systems and Devices

Fan Works

5:00 pm

Homework

Day Four

7:30 am

Breakfast and Welcome

Rotational Speed Hands On

12:00 pm

Lunch

AHU & RTU Data and Submittals Hands On

Water Systems

Pump Laws

Air Terminal Units

4:30 pm

Homework

Day Five

7:30 am

Breakfast and Welcome

Hydronics Hands On

12:00 pm

Lunch & Dismissal

Day One

7:30 am – 8:00 am

Breakfast

8:00 am – 8:30 am

Welcome Slide Deck and Introductions

8:30 am – 10:00 am

Review of Biological Safety Cabinetry Types and BSL Level Explained

10:00 am – 10:15 am

Break

10:15 am – 11:30 am

Airflow Patterns and Containment Principles

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Lunch

12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

NSF Test Form Introduction
Common Failures, Testing Equipment and
Calibration

2:30 pm – 2:45 pm

Break

2:45 pm – 3:30 pm

Downflow Velocity Test – Discussion and Form Detail

3:30 pm – 4:45 pm

Laboratory Area Tour
Downflow Velocity Test – Lab Practice Practical

4:45 pm – 5:00 pm

Day 1 Wrap-up and Q&A Session

Day Two

7:30 am – 8:00 am

Breakfast / Review Day 1
/ Overview of Day 2 Objectives

8:00 am – 8:45 am

Inflow Velocity Test (DIM Method) – Discussion and Form Detail

8:45 am – 9:45 am

Inflow Velocity Test (DIM Method) – Lab
Practice Practical

9:45 am – 10:00 am

Break

10:00 am – 10:45 am

Inflow Velocity Test (Constricted Method) –
Discussion and Form Detail

10:45 am – 11:45 am

Inflow Velocity Test (Constricted Method) –
Lab Practice Practical

11:45 am – 12:45 pm

Lunch

12:45 pm – 1:15 pm

Calculating Downflow / Inflow Velocity From
Volume (Type B2) – Discussion and Form Detail

1:15 pm – 1:45 pm

Calculating Downflow / Inflow Velocity From
Volume (Type B2) – Lab Practice Practical

1:45 pm – 2:30 pm

HEPA Filter Leak Test – Type A (Scan Method) –
Discussion and Form Detail

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

HEPA Filter Leak Test – Type A (Scan Method)

3:30 pm – 3:45 pm

Break

3:45 pm – 4:30 pm

Exhaust HEPA Filter Leak Test – Type B
(Probe Method) – Discussion and Form Detail

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Exhaust HEPA Filter Leak Test – Type B
(Probe Method)

5:30 pm – 5:45p pm

Day 2 Wrap-up and Q&A Session

Day Three

7:30 am – 8:00 am

Breakfast / Review Day 2 / Overview of Day 3 Objectives

8:00 am – 8:45 am

Site Installation Assessment Test

8:45 am – 9:45 am

Site Installation Assessment Test – Lab Practice Practical

9:45 am -10:00 am

Break

10:00 am – 10:45 am

Airflow Smoke Pattern Testing – Discussion and Form Detail

10:45 am – 11:45 am

Airflow Smoke Pattern Testing – Lab Practice Practical

11:45 am – 12:45 pm

Lunch

12:45 pm – 1:15 pm

Light Intensity Test – Discussion and Form Detail

1:15 pm – 1:45 pm

Light Intensity Test – Lab Practice Practical

1:45 pm – 2:15 pm

Vibration Testing – Discussion and Form Detail

2:15 pm – 2:45 pm

Vibration Testing – Lab Practice Practical

2:45 pm – 3:00 pm

Break

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Noise Level Testing – Discussion and Form Detail

3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Noise Level Testing – Lab Practice Practical

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Decontamination Procedures – Discussion and Form Detail

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Decontamination Procedures – Lab Practice Practical

6:00 pm – 6:10 pm

Day 3 Wrap-up and Q&A Session

Day Four

7:30 am – 8:00 am

Breakfast / Review Day 3 / Overview of Day 4 Objectives

8:00 am – 4:45 pm

Mock Practical Exams (Lunch will be provided)

 
  1. Downflow Velocity
  2. Inflow Velocity Test – DIM Method
  3. Inflow Velocity Test – Constricted Method
  4. Calculating Downflow / Inflow velocity
    From Volume (Type B2)
  5. HEPA Filter Leak Test – Scan Method
  6. Exhaust HEPA Filter Leak Test – Probe Method
  7. Site Installation Assessment Test
  8. Airflow Smoke Patterns Test
  9. Lighting Intensity Test
  10. Vibration Test
  11. Noise Level Test
4:45 pm – 5:00 pm

Day 3 Wrap-up and Q&A Session

Day Five

7:30 am – 8:00 am

Breakfast / Review Day 4 / Overview of Day 5 Objectives

8:00 am – 11:30 am

Mock Practical Exam – Continue

  1. Decontamination Test
11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Lunch & Study

12:30 pm – 12:55 pm

Prepare Testing Room

1:00 pm – 4:30 pm

NSF Proctored Written Exam

4:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Review for Next Day NSF Proctored Practical Exam & Exit Surveys

Day Six

7:30 am – 8:00 am

Breakfast / Review Objectives

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Group 1 NSF Proctored Practical Exam (Lunch will be provided)

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Day 6 Wrap-up and Clean-up

Day Seven

7:30 am – 8:00 am

Breakfast / Review Objectives

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Group 2 NSF Proctored Practical Exam (Lunch will be provided)

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Day 7 Wrap-up and Clean-up

Training Course - NSF/ANSI 49 Biological Safety Cabinet Field Certifier Advanced Training

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