BSC Myth Busters

Not every lab rule is based on science—some are just myths that stuck. We’re here to separate fact from fiction.

Not every lab rule is based on science; some are simply myths. Since 2019, we have been testing common biosafety cabinet “truths” to separate fact from fiction. Explore our myth busting videos, resources, and insights to help you work smarter and safer. If you have a lab rule you have always questioned, submit it at the bottom of the page.

Dr. Kara Brunelle
SCIENCE DIRECTOR

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Volatile Chemicals & Class II Type A2 Biosafety Cabinets – How Much is Safe?

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Are All Performance Envelopes The Same For All BSCs?

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Can Any Chemical Disinfectant Be Used In My Biosafety Cabinet?

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Can HEPAs Filter Out Everything?

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Can Overcrowding Your BSC Lead To A Loss Of Protection?

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Do Heat Sources In A BSC Compromise Protection?

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Do Large Lab Machines Require An Enclosure To Maintain Protection?

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Do Multiple Users In A Biosafety Cabinet Compromise Containment?

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How Much Space Is Required Around A BSC To Maintain Protection?

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Is UV Light An Effective Disinfectant In Your BSC?

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Wondering if that “best practice” is actually best? Submit your myth—we might just put it to the test in our next round of mythbusting.

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