Advanced Biosafety Cabinet Certification Course

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.
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.

All of our instructors are NSF 49-accredited engineers with many years of high-level experience.

Course Information

Each class day will consist of lectures, hands-on individualized training.
No prerequisites are required to attend.
Students who plan to take the NSF written and practical tests must contact NSF directly at (734) 214-6283 in advance of class for Testing Fees and Pre-Qualification to test.
Since class sizes are limited, seats are only reserved once the invoice is paid. Course fees are non-refundable.

Allometrics/NSF reserves the right to cancel class and or testing due to low enrollment/testing. If your class is cancelled due to low enrollment you will be refunded class fee or be credited for a later date.
If shipping your own equipment, please ship to the following address: 1425 Atlantis Dr, Ste B, Webster, TX 77598 in care of BSC.

Course Tuition

New Attendants – $3,000 Tuition

Tuition Includes:

Weeklong Prep Class
All Class Materials Needed
NSF Exam Testing Tips
Daily Lunch
Usage of testing lab and equipment* during class and NSF weekend testing
(if student brings their own equipment, there is a $200 discount)
*Equipment Provided – NOTE: Equipment is Required for Class and Testing
- Photometer
- Non-Articulating Thermal Anemometer
- Aerosol Generator
- DIM w/ Capture Hoods for BSC
- Light Meter
- Sound Meter
- Vibration Meter
- All hoses, tubing, and stands that are needed

Previous Attendant Retesting

If a re-test is required and the applicant has taken our training course, they will be provided with the use of our testing lab, but rental equipment fees may apply on an as needed basis.

Outside Applicants Not Attending Our Class

Anyone who has not previously or does not plan to attend our class will pay a lab usage fee of $200, and if they need test equipment they will be charged a rental charge of $300 for the full usage of equipment. If they only need secondary testing equipment the rental charge is a flat fee of $200 (light, sound, vibration, and smoke pattern testing)

How to Register?

Complete the registration form below to attend our BSC class.

Once we receive your application, an invoice will be generated and email to the applicant or company contact.

The class dates for 2026 are as follows:

Class Dates	Testing Dates
January 19-23 [Full]	January 24-25
June 8-12 [Full]	June 13-14
November 9-13	November 14-15

Training Center Address: 2500 Bayport Blvd., Seabrook, Tx 77586

If you have any questions regarding our classes, please feel free to contact us.

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Terms and Conditions for Allometrics' Classes
1. Enrollment & Payment: Registration is not confirmed until the invoiced tuition has been paid in full. Class sizes are limited, and seats are held on a first-paid basis.
2. No Refund Policy: Course fees are non-refundable. If Allometrics cancels a class due to low enrollment, students will receive either a full refund of the class fee or credit toward a future session.
3. Class Cancellation by Allometrics: Allometrics and/or NSF reserve the right to cancel any class or testing session due to insufficient enrollment or other circumstances beyond their control.
4. NSF Testing: Students wishing to sit for the NSF written and practical certification exams must contact NSF directly at (734) 214-6283 prior to class to arrange testing fees and confirm pre-qualification. NSF testing fees are separate from and not included in the course tuition.
5. Equipment: Students are responsible for any damage to or loss of equipment provided for their use.
6. Equipment Shipping: If shipping personal equipment in advance, students must ship to: 1425 Atlantis Dr., Ste B, Webster, TX 77598, marked “In care of BSC.” Allometrics is not responsible for lost or damaged shipments.
7. Conduct & Participation: Students are expected to conduct themselves professionally and follow all safety protocols throughout the course. Allometrics reserves the right to remove any student whose conduct is disruptive or unsafe, without refund.
8. Attendance: Full attendance for all class days is strongly encouraged. Allometrics is not responsible for any content missed due to absences, late arrivals, or early departures.
9. Certification: Completion of the course does not guarantee passage of the NSF certification exam. Course materials and instruction are designed to prepare students but cannot guarantee specific outcomes.
10. Liability: Allometrics, its officers, employees, affiliates, contractors, and any third-party facility owners or operators whose premises are used in connection with the course shall not be liable for any injury, loss, or damage to person or property arising from participation in the course, including but not limited to hands-on training activities, equipment use, and travel to or from the training facility. This limitation applies except to the extent directly caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of the responsible party.
11. Agreement: By registering and submitting payment, the student acknowledges they have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.