BISR - Science Laboratory

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• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Is the CO2/dry powder fire extinguisher serviceable and fully charged for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the fire blanket available for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the sand buckets dry and free from rubbish?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

First-aid Equipment

• Is the first-aid box fully equipped and easily accessible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the eye wash bottle clean and the distilled water replaced?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment

• Are there sufficient safety spectacles/goggles available for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the safety screen available for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the safety goggles for laser protection (if any) available for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are laboratory gowns and protective gloves (e.g. disposable plastic gloves, chemical/heat resistant gloves and leather gloves for animal handling) available for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the respirator available for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical Supply

• Are plugs, sockets and switches securely screwed, without cracks and free from signs of overheating?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are electrical fittings free from loose/exposed wires?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Gas Supply

• Are burners maintained in good condition (e.g. the barrels are free from obstructions, the collars are not stuck, etc.) and the tubing free from any signs of deterioration?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all gas taps been closed by the end of the school day?

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  • Checked with maintenance supervisor

Water Supply/Drainage System

• Water Supply/Drainage System

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the catchpot recovery traps/sinks free from leakage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fume Cupboard

• Is the fume cupboard functioning properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the working area inside the fume cupboard clean and clear for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Floor

• Is the floor kept in a safe condition (e.g. no loose floor tiles, no slippery areas, etc.)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Storage

• Are all hazardous chemicals kept in a locked store/cupboard?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all hazardous chemicals carry suitable hazard warning labels?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are incompatible chemicals (e.g. hydrochloric acid and methanal, strong oxidizing agents and strong reducing agents, etc.) separately stored from each other?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are corrosive chemicals stored at a low level and protected from kicking?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are reactive chemicals (e.g. phosphorus, alkali metals, etc.) covered with sufficient immersion fluids?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the spill control kit for dealing with chemical spills in good condition and readily accessible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the safety information (e.g. MSDSs) for all the hazardous chemicals stored readily available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all radioactive substances (if any) stored in a locked metal container?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are heavy items stored at a low level?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the quantity of each chemical stored in the laboratory kept to a practical minimum and just sufficient for routine uses?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the laser (if any) kept under lock?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Storage of Chemical Wastes

• Are chemical wastes properly separated and stored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are chemical wastes properly prepared for disposal?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a storage for expired chemicals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the storage pails and catcher trays free from signs of leakage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Exits/Passages

• Are all exits/passages free from obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all entrances to the laboratories locked by the end of the school day to avoid unauthorised entry?

  Yes

  No

  N/A