Controlled Environment Testing Association

Controlled Environment Testing Association CETA, the Controlled Environment Testing Association, was founded on the principle of quality and that remains its hallmark for the future.

Controlled Environment Testing Association was established Fall 1992. It was developed to promote quality assurance in the industry through the exchange and dissemination of information on certification issues. Controlled Environments include cleanrooms, laminar flow devices, sterile ovens, tunnels, dryers, biological safety cabinets, fume hoods, containment suites, and other similar environments that require precision testing and certification.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from CETA! 🍀We wish our community a safe and festive day.
03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from CETA! 🍀
We wish our community a safe and festive day.

Proud to be part of CETA 2026 as a sponsor, exhibitor, or speaker?Be sure to share your graphics and tag us so we can he...
03/16/2026

Proud to be part of CETA 2026 as a sponsor, exhibitor, or speaker?
Be sure to share your graphics and tag us so we can help highlight your participation and build excitement for the conference.

Help shape the future of biosafety cabinet certification by participating in the CNBT BSC pilot exam at the 2026 CETA An...
03/13/2026

Help shape the future of biosafety cabinet certification by participating in the CNBT BSC pilot exam at the 2026 CETA Annual Conference.

This pilot exam invites qualified professionals to engage with exam content, assess their understanding, and support the development of a standardized credential that will serve the biosafety cabinet community for years to come.

📅 Sessions: April 17 & April 21, 2026
🔗 Register to participate: https://bit.ly/49IV90c

The latest CETA Performance Review is now live in digital format. This issue features conference updates, committee news...
03/12/2026

The latest CETA Performance Review is now live in digital format. This issue features conference updates, committee news, and expert-driven technical content.

Access it online now: https://bit.ly/4aPZ7n8

USP  and  Certification Compliance for the Designated Person offers a focused, two-day, in-person learning experience co...
03/09/2026

USP and Certification Compliance for the Designated Person offers a focused, two-day, in-person learning experience combining pharmacy-specific education, CETA Series sessions, and hands-on activities. Designed for designated persons, this program builds confidence in evaluating certification compliance and includes a competency assessment for those who complete the course. Registration is $400.
View the flyer and register here: https://bit.ly/4jUOaF4

Today is the deadline! Board of Directors nominations for CETA must be submitted by today, Friday, March 6. Help shape t...
03/06/2026

Today is the deadline! Board of Directors nominations for CETA must be submitted by today, Friday, March 6. Help shape the future of the association by nominating a qualified leader from our community.
Submit your nomination here: https://bit.ly/4qUCbcE

Would you rather replace every HEPA filter in a 3-room pharmacy cleanroom suite or redo a week’s worth of viable sample ...
03/05/2026

Would you rather replace every HEPA filter in a 3-room pharmacy cleanroom suite or redo a week’s worth of viable sample collection for your sterile compounding customers?

CETA is currently accepting nominations for the Board of Directors. We encourage members to nominate individuals who dem...
03/03/2026

CETA is currently accepting nominations for the Board of Directors. We encourage members to nominate individuals who demonstrate leadership, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to the controlled environment community. Nominations must be submitted by Friday, March 6.
Learn more and submit a nomination: https://bit.ly/4qUCbcE

Join us for CETA CAG-002 Updates & Changes on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM EST via Zoom.This webinar introduce...
03/02/2026

Join us for CETA CAG-002 Updates & Changes on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM EST via Zoom.

This webinar introduces the newly revised CAG-002 and explores updated certification testing for Restricted Access Barrier Systems (RABS). Designed for pharmacy professionals and cleanroom certifiers, the session will review required and optional testing, examine procedural changes, and discuss how the role of RABS has evolved under USP and .

Featured Speakers: Max Bishop & Aaron Flippo

Register to receive the Zoom link and stay current on the latest certification guidance: https://bit.ly/46vEETm

Make your plans for CETA 2026 and stay where the action is.Rooms in the CETA hotel block at the Sheraton Dallas start at...
03/02/2026

Make your plans for CETA 2026 and stay where the action is.
Rooms in the CETA hotel block at the Sheraton Dallas start at $229 and are available exclusively to registered attendees. The special conference rate is available through Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 11:59pm CST, or until the block sells out.
Explore downtown Dallas with easy access to dining, entertainment, and conference activities.
Register and reserve your room today: https://bit.ly/4rw8JKt

CETA is pleased to announce the release of the revised CAG-002: Certification of Restricted Access Barrier Systems (RABS...
02/27/2026

CETA is pleased to announce the release of the revised CAG-002: Certification of Restricted Access Barrier Systems (RABS) in Sterile Compounding Facilities (2026).

This updated guide provides clear methodologies, minimum acceptance criteria, and best practices to support consistent, repeatable certification of RABS as Primary Engineering Controls.

Active CETA members have free access to all CAGs—log in to download your copy today.
Not a member? Join now for access. https://bit.ly/4siUvNC

"Isn’t cleanroom certification just… a sticker on the wall?”Not quite. 😉Certification is about proving that your control...
02/27/2026

"Isn’t cleanroom certification just… a sticker on the wall?”
Not quite. 😉

Certification is about proving that your controlled environment is performing the way it was designed to – and that it can support the products and patients who rely on it.

A solid cleanroom certification program helps you:

✅ Verify airflow, pressure, and filtration performance

📊 Catch small issues before they become big problems

🧑‍🔬 Build confidence for operators, quality, and regulators alike

If you work in or around cleanrooms, here’s a question to consider:
👉 When was the last time you really looked at your certification results and asked, “What is this data telling us?”

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