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NEBB’s Cleanroom Performance Testing Certified Professional Seminar and ExamNEBB’s CleanroomPerformance TestingCertified ProfessionalSeminar and ExamOctober 21-23, 2013Holly Springs, NC

NEBB’s Cleanroom Performance Testing Certified Professional Seminar and ExamCleanroom fundamentals examination:The NEBB CPT discipline is similar to all of the other NEBB disciplines in that there are written andpractical examinations that must be successfully completed in order to attain certification as a CertifiedTechnician and Certified Professional. These written and practical examinations test the knowledge,engineering application and field testing skills required to properly test the performance of today’scleanrooms. In preparation for the upcoming exam and seminar, the NEBB Cleanroom Committeewants to make sure everyone comes prepared for the exam. The exam will consist of two parts.A two hour general knowledge examThe general knowledge exam is multiple choice formatThere are several questions that require calculationsThe test is intended to cover the following:Establishing test criteria based on a given scopeKnowledge of standardsSOP RequirementsSafety RequirementsPrimary TestsSecondary TestsA report review examThe report review exam should take four hours, however we will allow test candidates up to anadditional hour if necessary.The test focuses on the following:Verification that all testing conforms to the SOP providedConfirming the validity of data providedIdentification of errorsConformance to industry standards referenced in the SOP providedOptional: Technician HEPA Leak TestNEBB will offer practical exams for the NEBB Cleanroom Certified Technician qualification onThursday, October 24 by paying the required registration fee by October 7, 2013. This exam is requiredfor achieving NEBB-Certified Technician status.Candidates taking the optional hands-on test will be tested using their choice of the Photometer or theParticle Counter Leak Test Method. You are required to bring your own calibrated Photometer orParticle Counter and Diluter that you are familiar with so as not to hinder your chances with passing thistest if you intend on taking the practical exam.4

NEBB’s Cleanroom Performance Testing Certified Professional Seminar and ExamYou should bring all standards available to you for use on both exams. Standards will not be provided atthe seminar and sharing between candidates will not be allowed, bring anything you deem necessaryfor use during these tests including calculators and/or laptop computer and pens and pencils.Recommended reference material:ISO14644-1 ISO 14644-2 ISO 14644-3IEST RP- CC-001.5IEST RP- CC-002.3IEST RP- CC-006.3IEST RP- CC-013.2IEST RP- CC-034.3Annex 1 of the EU Guideline NEBB Procedural Standards for Certified Testing of Cleanrooms - 2009The use of laptop computers will be allowed during the test, however no internet or e-mail access will bepermitted.Candidates, and their company sponsors, will be required to sign a “Hold Harmless” statementindemnifying NEBB, NEBB Employees, Seminar Instructors and the NEBB Training & EducationalCenter, of any and all losses associated with the seminar attendance of the individual.Testing schedule:All tests are optional for the seminar attendees and are NOT included in the cost of the Basic seminar.Additionally, NEBB will offer all examinations to any candidate who wishes to be tested but does notwant to attend the seminar. This individualized testing is available to any candidate during the testingsession of the seminar. You must contact Elana Noel at the NEBB National Office and make thenecessary arrangements prior to October 16, 2013 to schedule this testing.Certification requirements:The NEBB CPT discipline offers certification to firms and individuals. All of the requirements areavailable on the NEBB website at www.nebb.org.5

NEBB’s Cleanroom Performance Testing Certified Professional Seminar and ExamCertification of firms is available to all firms performing cleanroom testing services. Firm requirementsinclude such items as, length of time a firm has been in operation, ownership of the requiredinstruments and equipment, letters of recommendations from owners, design professionals andcontractors.Certification of individuals is available on two levels: Certified Technician and Certified Professional.Both categories on individual certification require certain combinations of both educational and fieldexperience performing cleanroom testing services.A NEBB Certified CPT Technician must successfully pass the Cleanroom fundamentals examinationand the Cleanroom practical examination.A NEBB Certified CPT Professional must successfully pass the Cleanroom fundamentals examinations,the Cleanroom practical examination and the Cleanroom Professional examination.Fees:See the Registration form for applicable fees. Registration fees DO NOT cover travel or accommodationexpenses. NEBB will provide refreshments and lunch each day.Registration:Complete attached Registration Form and send with payment to:Elana NoelNational Environmental Balancing Bureau8575 Grovemont Circle, Gaithersburg, MD 20877-4121REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, October 16, 2013Hotel information:The seminar will start on Monday, October 21 at 7:30 a.m. and will end on Wednesday, October 23 at1:00 p.m. Allow 2.5 hours travel time to the airport for car return, check in, security, boarding, etc.Housing and other costs are not covered by the registration fee. Reservations at the hotel of yourchoice must be made directly with the hotel. All hotel reservations must be guaranteed by a creditcard.Closest airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). The training facility is 25 miles from theairport.Hampton Inn & Suites—5 miles from training facilityTel: +1.919.552.76101516 Ralph Stephens RoadHolly Springs, NC 27540Free Breakfast, gym, free Wifi6

NEBB’s Cleanroom Performance Testing Certified Professional Seminar and ExamNEBB Cleanroom Certified Performance Testing Seminar Registration FormI will attend the NEBB Cleanroom Certified Performance Testing Seminar and Exam, October 21-23, 2013Name: _____________________________________ Nickname:______________________________________Company:_____________________________________ Title:_____________________________________Address: __________________________________________________________City______________________State:_____________________ Zip:__________ Tel: ______________________ Fax: _____________________Email:____________________________________ Require special assistance: YES / NO : _________________All hotel reservations must be made directly by the seminar participant.Fees: (check all that apply)$800.00 REGISTRATION FEE (for NEBB Certified Firms)$900.00 REGISTRATION FEE (for Non-NEBB Firms)$250.00 GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CPT EXAM$400.00 REPORT AND DOCUMENTATION REVIEW EXAM$50.00 NEBB PROCEDURAL STANDARDS FOR CERTIFIED TESTING OF CLEANROOM$100.00 for NON-NEBB Firms (Hard-Copy)$200.00 TECHNICIAN’s PRACTICAL EXAMINATION - HANDS-ON HEPA FILTER TEST$ ____________ TOTAL AMOUNT (Please call NEBB for International Shipping Charges)Payment method:Check Enclosed made payable to NEBB for Seminar Registration FeeVISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESSName on the Card________________________________________________________________________Credit Card Number___________|___________|____________|________________ Expiration__________Security Code___________________________ Signature_________________________________________Form & check must reach the NEBB Office no later than Wednesday, October 16, 2013. RETURNTO:Elana Noel, elana@nebb.org | NEBB | 8575 Grovemont Circle, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877-4121Conditions: Pre-registration and pre-payment of fees are necessary to ensure your participation in the seminar. Cancellation by registrants, regardless of reason, will be subject to a $250 service charge to cover NEBB’s expenses. A refund of theprepaid registration and examination fees will be made less the $250 service charge. All publication sales are final. No shows or late cancellations (those persons registered for the seminar who do not cancel 30 days prior to the seminar andsubsequently do not attend the course) will forfeit the entire registration fee and examination fee unless a replacement can be found. NEBB reserves the right to cancel any seminars having insufficient registrants, in which case, all prepaid registration and examinationfees will be refunded in full. NEBB cannot be responsible for any losses resulting from cancellation of a seminar. Please advise the NEBB office of any cancellationsas-soon-as-possible.For NEBB use:Registration Form Received by NEBB and Reservation Made as Requested Above.Confirmed by:_________________________________________________ Date:________________________* Please advise NEBB and the hotel of any cancellations as-soon-as-possible.7

NEBB’s Cleanroom Performance Testing Certified Professional Seminar and ExamNational Environmental Balancing Bureau8575 Grovemont CircleGaithersburg, Maryland 20877Telephone: 301.977.3698Fax: 301.977.9589www.nebb.orgAugust 20138