Chemical Laboratory

• Audit Title

• Document No.

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Administrative

• Emergency contacts and phone numbers , including off-hours (non-IIT) phone numbers are posted on each lab and storage area.<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• SDS's are available and clearly located.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The chemical Hygiene Plan is current and posted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are available, current, and posted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A list of authorized occupants with training completion date(s) is posted. (Occupants must have up-to-date, applicable training to be allowed in the lab),

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Means of Egress

• The lab is free of trip and slip hazards.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency exits are not locked with slide bolts, dead bolts, padlocks, etc..

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hallways and exits are free of obstructions and stored material.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A minimum or 32" of egress is maintained.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No hazardous substances/equipment such as compressed gas cylinders are stored next to exit doors.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipement

• Safety glasses/goggles are available.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Approved eye protection is being used.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Face shields are available for operations with appreciable splash hazards (e.g. handling acids).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Appropriate shoes are being worn ( e.g. no sandals, flip-flops, high heels).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lab coats and/or aprons are available and worn when appropriate.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Appropriate gloves are available.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Specialized PPE required on the SOP and/or SDS is available (e.g. double gloves, rubber sleeves, explosion shields, etc..).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Appropriate clothing for working in the lab is worn (not too loose, covers skin, natural fiber, etc..).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Defective or damaged PPE is not used.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Extinguisher

• A fire extinguisher is required in this area.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A fire extinguisher is present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Select the classification(s) needed for the hazards present.

  Select Type A - Common combustables Type B - Flammable Liquids Type C - Electrical Type D - Combustible metals Type k - Cooking oil and fat

  • Type A - Common combustables
  • Type B - Flammable Liquids
  • Type C - Electrical
  • Type D - Combustible metals
  • Type k - Cooking oil and fat

• The fire extinguisher is accessible.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The location of the fire extinguisher is clearly visible as marked.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The monthly and annual inspections are current.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The fire extinguisher is securely mounted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The extinguisher is charged and the seals are intact.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The fire extinguisher is the correct classification for the hazards present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Select the classification(s )needed for the hazards present.

  Select Type A - Common combustables Type B - Flammable Liquids Type C - Electrical Type D - Combustible metals Type k - Cooking oil and fat

  • Type A - Common combustables
  • Type B - Flammable Liquids
  • Type C - Electrical
  • Type D - Combustible metals
  • Type k - Cooking oil and fat

Safety Shower and Eyewash

• An eyewash and/or shower are needed due to substances and compounds that have the capability of producing adverse effects on the health and safety of humans.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An Eyewash and/or safety shower are present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Not blocked - must be accessible within 10 seconds. Path of travel free of obstructions.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Location(s) is clearly marked.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Weekly inspections and flushing of the eyewash are current and documented.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Protective caps are in place on the eyewash.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Housekeeping

• Counters and floors clean and clear of clutter.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sinks are kept clean and free of clutter.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment on benches is stable or secured.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Supplies are stored in a stable and secure manner.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Heavy items are stored on lower shelves.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sharps disposal container(s) are provided and clearly labeled.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No storage within 18 inches of sprinkler heads.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Moving parts on machinery are guarded.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No food storage in lab.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No chemical storage in food areas.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are minimal combustibles such as boxes, paper, books, etc..

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hot surfaces and equipment are labeled.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Safety

• IF a first aid kit is available, it is stocked.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No food or drink storage in the laboratory.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No eating, drinking or putting on makeup in the lab.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No chemical storage in food areas.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Moving parts on machinery are guarded.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If spare doors are blocked and not in use a "not an exit" sign is posted on the door.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Refrigerators/freezers

• Are there any refrigerators or freezers in this lab?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerator/freezer is clean and frost free.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerators for chemical storage are labeled "No food or drink allowed".

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerators/freezers that are not UL approved to store flammables are labeled "Not for flammable storage".

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerator/freezers with flammables is UL approved to store flammables and labeled "for flammable storage".

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Carcinogenic and highly toxic chemicals are stored in the main compartment of the refrigerator instead of the door.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Compressed Gas

• There are compressed gas cylinders in this laboratory?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cylinders are stored in upright positions and immobilized by chains or other means to prevent them from being knocked over.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Protective caps are in place when not in immediate use.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cylinders are no more than 1 year old.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hydro-static testing and interior inspections are up-to-date.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cylinders are properly labeled for contents and hazards.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cylinders are labeled Full or Empty.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Full cylinders are segregated from empty cylinders.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all compressed gas cylinders regularly inspected for corrosion, pitting, cuts, gouges, digs, bulges, neck defects and general distortion?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Oxygen and flammable gasses are stored separately (20 feet apart or with a fire wall in-between).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Manual shutoff valves are provided at all points of supply and use.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Corrosive gasses are stored for no more than 6 months.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Pressure gauges and regulators are in place as appropriate an are not damaged.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Regulators are compatible with the gas cylinder.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Toxic, flammable, and corrosive gases are used under a fume hood or where there is approved adequate ventilation.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hoses and tubing are in good condition.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Teflon tape is not used on CGA fittings (straight thread) where the seal is made by metal-to-metal contact

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cylinder carts are available for transport.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Chemical Hygiene And Storage

• Appropriate hazard warning signs posted on door and storage areas (e.g. Cancer Agent)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All chemical containers are kept closed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All containers labeled legibly with content, manufacturer, and hazard warning.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage containers are in good condition: no rust, leakage, dents, or crystallization.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Glass storage containers are limited to 1 gallon size or smaller.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Peroxide formers, shock sensitive, and/or re-actives are labeled and dated upon receipt and opening.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Peroxide forming chemicals disposed of within 3-12 months after opening depending upon the compound.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Acid and bases are stored separately from solvents. Exception: Store acetic acid with solvents

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Manufacturer expiration dates observed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Water reactive chemicals stored away from water (liquid) and water (liquid) vapor.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Corrosive and flammable chemicals are stored below eye level.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Corrosives are stored on plastic trays on in acid cabinets with plastic shelving.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chemical containers are not stacked.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Glass storage containers are limited to 1 gallon size or smaller.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No more than 10 gallons or flammable liquid are stored outside a flammable liquid cabinet.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No more than 40 gallons of flammable liquid stored per lab.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Carcinoens, reproductive toxins and highly toxic chemicals stored an used in a designated and labeled area. No open bench storage.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All chemicals must be stored in their chemical group. If multiple groups are on a shelf they must be separated by secondary containment.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Opened 5 gallon containers should be placed in secondary containment.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ventilation

• This Lab has a fume hood.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If chemicals or hazardous substances are in the fume hood, the fan is on with the sash lowered.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hood sash is in working order - not stuck, broke or removed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment and materials are positioned and used at a minimum of 6" from the front of the hood.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Airfoils are not altered or removed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment or materials do not obstruct air flow.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment used in the hood is raised above the work surface to allow proper air flow.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hood interior is clean, uncluttered and not used as permanent storage.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Annual hood certification present indicating face velocity is 100-120 fpm.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Arrows indicating the correct sash height posted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hood low flow alarms present and operational.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Perchloric Acid hoods labeled "For Perchloric Acid Operations Only".

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Interior lighting is working properly.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safety glasses/ eye protection available.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lab coats and aprons available.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Face shields available for operations with appreciable splash hazards (e.g. handling acids)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Appropriate shoes worn (e.g. no sandals, no high heels)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Appropriate gloves available.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Biosafety

• This lab is used for Bio-hazards.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The approved IBC Protocol Application Form is Posted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Annual certification of boisafety cabinet present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Appropriate hazard warning signs posted on door and storage areas (e.g. Biohazard - Legionella Pneumophila)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All containers labeled so as to content and hazard.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Biological waste containers labeled.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sharps containers provided and clearly labeled.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Municipal trash containers free of biohazardous waste.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Radioactive Laboratories

• Radioactive materials are used in this lab.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Radioactive materials label on the door, refrigerators, equipment, etc..

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Radioactive materials are secured (door kept locked or personnel present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The radioactive waste is properly stored and labeled.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Radioactive materials are in labeled containers.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All occupants have current training records.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The work areas and radioactive sinks are demarcated.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All work areas are covered with absorbent paper.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All individuals in the room are wearing dosimeter badges.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inventory lags are current.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An incidental sink disposal log is present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Laser labs are posted at the entrance.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• lasers are labeled with the class and hazard warnings.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Eye protection is appropriate for the laser that is present and worn during operation.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Chemical Waste Management

• Hazardous waste is generated in this laboratory.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hazardous Waste Plan present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste is stored in a designated area which is posted "Satellite Chemical Waste Accumulation Area"

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Accumulation containers are clearly marked as "Hazardous Waste".

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste containers labeled with chemical constituents and approximate percentages.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste containers are labeled with a start date.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Containers are compatible with waste.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste does not exceed 55 gallons of hazardous waste or 1 quart of acutely hazardous waste.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste containers closed and in good condition.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Secondary containment of wastes stored outside hood.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Municipal trash containers free of chemical waste.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste is regularly removed from the lab and occupants know the procedure for arranging removal.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Office Space

• Is there a designated office area in this lab?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Department of Environmental Health and Safety or their alternate has granted written proof that this area may be used as an office area.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The area is clearly marked to show that chemicals/other hazards are not allowed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The area is clearly marked where PPE is not required and food and drink may be consumed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is proof that people using the area have been trained where the boundaries are and what safety precautions must be followed (e.g. no gloves, contaminated lab coats, wash hands before eating or drinking, etc..).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The office area is free of tripping hazards (e.g., cables, loose tiles, damaged carpet)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical cords and plugs are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Workstation set-up provides a minimum of 28" egress.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Office supplies stacked in a stable and secure manner.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hallways and exits are clear.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Coffee pot not placed on or near combustible material.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is minimal combustibles such as paper, cardboard, books, etc...

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Building Condition

• There are no unsealed holes or pen pipe/conduit through floors, ceilings, walls present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The duct work is sealed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are no loose floor tile present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No loose ceiling tiles are present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No chipping/peeling paint present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is no suspect friable asbestos.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is no exposed Mastic.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is no sign of bugs/ rodents present (excluding bugs/rodents used for experiments)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are no leaking pipes.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Faucets and drains work properly (e.g. no leaks, turn on and off smoothly, no damaged valves.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• The work area is illuminated.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency lights work if present.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electric cords and plugs are in good condition with no splices, breaks in insulation, removed ground prong, etc...

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No equipment or supplies are resting on cords.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All extension cords and equipment cords are placed in such a manner as to minimize the risk of tripping over a cord.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All cords are run so as to prevent damage to the cord insulation.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Surge protectors are temporary and are prohibited to use for more that 90 days, unless they are protecting computers or sensitive equipment.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extension cords are temporary and remain in use for less than 90 days.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical outlets are not overloaded with appliances.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All extension cords have the wires with a minimum size of 14 WG.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extension cords an/or surge protectors are not daisy chained.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical hand tools/equipment is properly grounded and double insulated.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All electrical panels have a clear area at least 36 inches by 36 inches, centered on the panel, in front.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All the face-plates for the switches, junction boxes and receptacles are present and completely cover the switch/receptacle wiring.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Any receptacles near water sources are protected by Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCI.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Power cords are not routed through walls, windows, ceilings, floors or similar openings.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Switches and circuit breakers are properly identified as to the service they are in and what they control.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Multi-outlet power strips are UL listed and have circuit breakers.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Energized parts, circuits and equipment are guarded against accidental contact.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Only qualified employees with NFPA 70E training work on electrical systems.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment has been approved by recognized standards agencies and testing laboratories such as institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), Underwriters Laboratories (UL), U.S. Bureau of Mones and National Electrical Manufacturers Association. Or equipment not approved by these agencies has been approved, in writing by the Department of Environmental Health and Safety.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment has operation manuals or an SOP to cover operation.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Special or Unique Hazards

• List special or unique hazard: