Biosafety Cabinetry Testing and Certification Program

NSF tests to NSF/ANSI 49, which includes basic requirements for biosafety cabinet design, construction, and performance to provide reliable operation, durability, and cleanability.

Noise level, illumination control, vibration control, and electrical safety are also included. The standard comprises detailed test procedures and informational annexes, including recommendations for installation, field certification, decontamination procedures, and decommissioning. NSF’s official biosafety cabinetry certification listings receive over 10,000 views per year.

Who can certification help?

• Cabinet users - Protects health and safety, prevents disease outbreaks and injuries.
• Manufacturers - Certifying your biosafety cabinet with NSF reduces risk and liability.
• Biosafety industry - NSF/ANSI 49 creates a benchmark to reference for quality and safety assurance.
• Biosafety officers - Using certified biosafety cabinets mitigates potential risks, protecting facility personnel from exposure and research projects from contamination.
• The public - Since biosafety cabinets are used in various clinical and research settings, their proper operation benefits nearly everyone.