Airflow Visualization Techniques and Practices

Bethesda, MD
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Airflow visualization studies are used to observe airflow patterns, which can directly affect the sterility of a product. The results from these studies can be used to develop or improve filling protocols to ensure regulatory requirements are met. They can also be used as a training tool for personnel and as documentation for regulatory agencies to review.

In this training course, participants will discuss the components required in an airflow visualization study, such as intervention assessments, movement effects, regulatory requirements and facility design elements. They will learn how the concept of “first air” is related to product sterility and how unidirectional and turbulent airflow affects it. Participants will also learn how to incorporate these elements into a contamination control program emphasizing good aseptic technique and cleanroom behavior.

Participants will get the opportunity to develop a protocol, conduct an airflow visualization study and review their results. They will also learn how to visually document their study in a way that allows the viewer to understand the process at hand.

Please note that this training course has hands-on lab activities. Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

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  1. Develop a protocol to execute a comprehensive airflow visualization study
  2. Evaluate current facility for appropriate design and identify areas for process improvement
  3. Discuss regulatory requirements related to airflow visualization studies
  4. Implement a new training program to improve clean room personnel technique and behavior
  5. Solve problems associated with airflow visualization studies in barrier filling systems, such as RABS and isolators
Event Location
PDA Training and Research Institute
4350 East West Highway, Suite 110, Bethesda, MD Get Directions

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Standard Pricing

Standard Member Price

$3,799

GovernmentMember Only

$2,659

Health AuthorityMember Only

$2,659

AcademicMember Only

$2,659

Non-Member

$4,559

See Qualifying Criteria for Member Types.

GROUP REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: Register 3 people from the same organization as a group (at the same time) for the event and receive the 4th registration free. Other discounts cannot be applied.

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CANCELLATION: If a cancellation request is received 30 days before the event, a credit (registration fee paid minus a 200.00 USD/EUR processing fee) will be given. No credits will be given for cancellation requests received less than 30 days before the event. Cancellation requests must be emailed to [email protected].

Day 1

An agenda will be available soon. Training courses generally run from 8:30 to 16:00 each day. Breakfast will not be provided, but lunch will be provided.

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PDA Training and Research Institute

4350 East West Highway, Suite 110
Bethesda, MD , USA

The following hotels are located near the training course location:

Hilton Garden Inn
7301 Waverly Street
Bethesda, MD 20814

Hyatt Regency Bethesda
One Bethesda Metro Center
Bethesda, MD 20814

Residence Inn Marriott Bethesda Downtown
7335 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bethesda
8120 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814


Please visit the hotel’s website for more information.

How to Get Here
By Air

The Washington/Bethesda area is serviced by the following airports: Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), and Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

By Car

There is a parking garage located at the training course location. The fee is $12/day. Please do not leave your car in the parking garage past 6:00 p.m. as both the building and parking garage access doors are locked.