Biological Safety Cabinet Certification Training

Biological safety cabinets bscs are field tested in accordance with nsf ansi 49 osha nih cdc and the manufacturer s specifications.

Biological safety cabinet certification training.

With over 30 years of experience testing certifying and maintaining equipment for contamination control we help clients attain national standards or manufacturer specific standards for biosafety cabinets fume hoods and laminar flow units. Env offers a broad spectrum of testing and certification services that meet industry regulatory and certification requirements. All biosafety cabinet certification is performed in accordance with established tss sops which are updated to remain compliant with federal and international safety guidelines. The division of laboratory systems dls develops and disseminates a growing inventory of educational resources including online courses e learning tools web based resources and print materials.

An enhanced accreditation program for field certifiers in north america and a basic accreditation program for field certifiers outside of north america. Biosafety cabinet field certifier accreditation nsf operates two accreditation programs that evaluate the proficiency of individuals who perform field certification of biosafety cabinets. Because of the specialized knowledge required for proper and safe certification of biosafety cabinets nsf international administers an accreditation program for field certifiers. This basic level elearning course provides information on the safe use of class ii biological safety cabinets.

Courses created or offered by dls in partnership with other cdc offices and partners. To become accredited a field certifier must pass a written and practical test administered by nsf. Parts i and ii take place twice a year at the eagleson institute and can also be offered at other training facilities that have the necessary equipment. Two weeks training at eagleson institute on class ii type a bscs.