Advanced BSC Training Program
Allometrics is an approved testing site
Location: 2500 Bayport Blvd, Seabrook, TX 77586
Training Program Course Overview
This weeklong training course is designed to instruct students according to NSF/ANSI Standard 49.
All students will receive hands-on training in the following areas:
- Biosafety Cabinet construction and functions.
- Review of BSC types and their exhaust requirements.
- Using BSC safely and effectively.
- How to train others in the use of BSCs.
- Guide to NSF 49 test procedures for Biosafety Cabinet certification.
- Conducting a site assessment.
- Creating a testing grid for BSC certification.
- Conduct inflow and downflow airflow tests.
- Performing smoke pattern tests to assess BSC airflow.
- Conduct balancing BSC airflow tests.
- Perform HEPA leak tests.
- Repairing leaks in HEPA filters.
- Replacement of HEPA filters.
- BSC troubleshooting.
- Decontamination process and procedures.
Course Information
- Each class day will consist of lectures, hands-on individualized training.
- No prerequisites are required to attend.
- Classes are filled on a first come, first served basis.
- Students who qualified have the option of taking the NSF written and practical exam on-site.
- Equipment rental fees must be paid for in advance prior to the class date.
Course Tuition Includes:
- Course materials.
- Completion certification.
- Complimentary weekday lunches.
- Daily professional cleaning and disinfecting of all working areas.
- Up-to-date NSF revision guidelines.
- NSF exam testing tips.
NSF exam and fees are to be arranged separately by the student.
Tuition cost of $2,800.
How to Register?
Complete the registration form below to attend our next BSC class.
The class dates for 2024 are as follows:
| Class Dates | Test Dates |
| November 11-15 | November 16-17 |
The class dates for 2025 are as follows:
| Class Dates | Testing Dates |
|---|---|
| January 20-24 | January 25-26 |
| April 7-11 | April 12-13 |
| July 21-25 | July 26-27 |
| October 20-24 | October 25-26 |
Class Location (different from Allometrics’ main office): 2500 Bayport Blvd, Seabrook, TX 77586
Min & Max Class Size:
- The minimum number of students is six (6).
- The maximum number of students is fifteen (15).
Important Class Information
TEST EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THE HANDS-ON PORTION OF THE COURSE
-Rental equipment is available –
- Applicant may bring/ship their own equipment.
- Applicants may opt to use our rental equipment. Please fill out the equipment rental form, which will be attached to your confirmation email.
- Once the application and rental form (if applicable) are received, an invoice will be generated and emailed to the applicant or company contact.
- Since class sizes are limited, course fees are nonrefundable, and seats are reserved only once the invoice has been paid.
If the applicant plans to take the NSF Practical Exam, please contact NSF directly for qualification requirements and testing fees.
If you have any questions regarding our classes, please feel free to contact us.
