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Hand washing sink, soap and towels available & used before
leaving lab.
Laboratory area is neat and clean.
Heavy objects stored below 5 ft. unless secured and stepladder
provided.
Stepladder or stepstool available & in good condition for high
storage access.
Appropriate signs are posted as required (First aid kit, safety
shower, fire extinguisher, etc.).
Proper handling & disposal of broken glass & sharps.
Personnel uses proper PPE
Safety equipments are available, e.g., Eye wash/ Emergency
shower, Emergency exit etc.
First aid box is available in the laboratory.
Solvent carrier are provided to carry chemical containers
Bench tops impervious to water and resistant to chemicals.
Lab furniture is appropriate for loading and use.
Different classes of chemical are kept separately to prevent
reaction.
 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Appropriate eye/face protection is available and used if hazard
present.
Appropriate hearing, foot and hand protection available and used
if hazards present.
Protective clothing - coveralls, aprons, gowns, etc. available &
used if needed.
Protective clothing and gloves removed before leaving laboratory.
PPE is properly stored, clean and in good condition.
Laboratory safety equipments i.e., first aid box, fire extinguisher,
showers, eye wash solution, emergency exit etc. are available
 Chemical Storage & Safety
Chemical containers properly labeled, stored, & closed when not
in use.
Chemicals segregated and stored by compatibility.
 Peroxide formers dated at purchase and again upon opening and
disposed of within proper time frames.
Chemical storage areas free of ignition sources.
Refrigerators/Freezers properly labeled.
Fume hoods and/or biosafety cabinets not used for general
storage.
Cryogenic materials stored properly and proper PPE available.
Chemicals purchased in amounts that can be used within a
reasonable time.
Chemical stocks purged of old, out-dated, and unusable
chemicals.
 Hazardous Waste & Materials Disposal
Waste storage areas (bins, totes) designated.
Waste containers properly labeled (chemical components,
amounts, etc.).
Waste containers kept closed except when adding waste.
Biohazardous materials managed & disposed properly.
All hazardous effluents are treated in the ETP and ETP is
operated as per the recommendations
Wastes are incinerated as needed and landfill the residues as a
last option, provided that it is no more harmful to the
environment.
Hazardous and Toxic Substances
Are all employees who might be exposed to hazardous materials
during the course of their work, properly trained as required by
the Worker’s Right To Know Law”?
Are Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDS’), available for all
hazardous materials used in the facility?
Do employees understand the reasons for use and limitations of
the personnel protective equipment?
Are all containers of such materials properly labeled to indicate
their content?

There is sufficient space for each person to work safely.

Emergency contact details of all employees available
Floor surfaces are maintained in a safe condition and are they
suitable for the type of activities being conducted.
Walls and ceilings are safe and in good condition.
Steps/stairs/ramps are in a safe condition with non-slip surface,
and secure handrails where needed.
Doors, windows, locks and latches are in good condition and in
working order.
The lighting is adequate to work safely in.
Animal cages are clean and in good condition.
Sink areas are clean and in good working order (ie no leaks)
where required.
Required resources and equipment are stored safely.
The area has an audible evacuation alarm.
Electrical equipment is in good condition and is tested and tagged
as required.
All new power boards purchased will have an overload switch.
Fire control equipment is easily accessible, signed, regularly
tested and of the appropriate type.
Exit signs provided with the word "EXIT" in lettering at least 5
inches high and the stroke of the lettering atleast 1/2 inch wide
"NO SMOKING" signs posted in areas
Can a less harmful method or product be used?
The work area's ventilation system appropriate for the work
being performed
Restrooms and washrooms kept clean and sanitary
All water provided for drinking, washing, and cooking are
potable?
All outlets for water are not suitable for drinking and identified
clearly
Employees' are physical capacities assessed before being assigned
to jobs
Equipment is producing ultra-violet radiation properly shielded
Employees are trained in the safe handling practices of
hazardous chemicals such as acids and caustics
Employees are aware of the potential hazards involving various
chemicals stored or used in the workplace-- such as acids, bases,
caustics, epoxies, and phenols.
 Eye wash fountains and safety showers are provided in areas
where corrosive chemicals are handled.
Flammable or toxic chemicals are kept in closed containers when
not in use
Standard operating procedures have been established and they
are being followed when cleaning up chemical/Biological spills
Employees are prohibited from eating in areas where hazardous
chemicals are present.
Do employees complain about dizziness, headaches, nausea,
irritation, or other factors of discomfort when
they use solvents or other chemicals?
Is there a dermatitis problem--do employees complain about skin
dryness, irritation, or sensitization?
Considered the use of an industrial hygienist or environmental
health specialist to evaluate operation?
Employees are training program for hazardous substances.
Electrical enclosures are such as switches, receptacles, junction
boxes, etc., provided with tight-fitting covers
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Biosafety cabinets not used for general storage.

Hazardous substances identified which may cause harm by

inhalation, ingestion, skin absorption or contact

Caution labels and signs used to warn of Biohazard materials

each container for a hazardous substance (i.e. bottles, storage

tanks,) labeled with product identity and a hazard warning

All spills of flammable or combustible liquids cleaned up

 promptly
Cryogenic materials stored properly and proper PPE available.
Media/Reagents purchased in amounts that can be used within a
reasonable time.
Media/Reagents stocks purged of old, out-dated, and unusable
chemicals.
 Biological Safety (BL 2)
Lab access restricted when working with infectious agents.
Appropriate Biological Safety Level sign posted.
Equipment is producing ultra-violet radiation properly shielded
Lab personnel advised of hazards and required immunizations.
Equipment & work surfaces disinfected regularly, after work
with agents or spills.
Access restricted to Select Agents and Select Agents properly
secured.
All spaces accessible for cleaning and are easily cleaned. No
carpets or rugs.
Insect and rodent control program in place.
Biosafety Cabinet (Class II) or other containment device used
when appropriate.
Centrifuge safety caps/cups are utilized.
Mechanical pipetting devices are utilized.
Autoclave efficacies are verified & documented.
 Environment
Effective erosion controls in place
Effective waste/spoil management in place
Liquids stored to prevent spillage

Infection Control

Employees aware of specific workplace practices to follow when

appropriate (Hand washing, handling sharp instruments, disposal
of contaminated materials, reusable equipment.)

Facilities/equipment comply with workplace practices available,

such as hand-washing sinks, biohazard tags and labels, needle
containers, detergents/disinfectants to clean up spills
 All equipment and environment and working surfaces cleaned
and disinfected after contact with blood or potentially infectious
materials

Infectious waste placed in closable, leak proof containers or

biohazard bags with proper labels
 General Work Environment
All worksites clean and orderly
Temperature is comfortable in the work area (not too hot or too
cold

humidity (air dryness) is kept at a comfortable level in the work

area

Noise levels in the facilities are within acceptable levels


Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Approved respirators provided for regular or emergency use

where needed

Portable (Power Operated) Tools & Equipment

Portable equipments provided with appropriate safety guards

Power tools used with the correct shield, guard or attachment

recommended by the manufacturer

All cord-connected, electrically operated tools and equipment

effectively grounded or of the approved double insulated type

Equipment/Machine Operation

Training program to instruct employees on safe methods of

machine operation

Adequate supervision to ensure that employees are following safe

machine operating procedures

All machinery and equipment kept clean and properly

maintained

All emergency stop buttons colored red

Machinery guards secure and so arranged that they do not offer a

hazard in their use

Sanitizing & Clothing
Employees prohibited from smoking or eating in any area where
contaminates are present that could be injurious if ingested

Personal protective clothing or equipment, that employees are

required to wear or use, of a type capable of being easily cleaned
and disinfected

When employees are required to change from street clothing into

protective clothing, is a clean changeroom with separate storage
facility for street and protective clothing provided