Laboratory Safety Inspection

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

ADMINISTRATIVE PLANS AND PROCEDURES

• Is the Chemical Hygiene Plan accessible in the lab?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have laboratory-specific safety procedures been developed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are laboratory-specific procedures up to date with current safety information?<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

• Have potential hazards been assessed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is required PPE available and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is appropriate PPE being worn?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there unobstructed access to eyewashes and safety showers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

• Are exits clearly marked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are entrances and exits to and from work areas free of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguisher inspections current?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency phone numbers near a phone or outside the door?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Are all cords, plugs and sockets in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are extension cords being used properly and within limitations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is access to electrical panels unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are lab appliances plugged directly into electrical outlets?<br>NOTE: UL rated power surge protectors may be used when there is a lack of electrical outlets but extension cords cannot be used as a permanent power supply.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

CHEMICAL MANAGEMENT

Flammables

• Are flammables stored in proper containers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the flammable cabinet being used properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are flammable liquids stored outside of flammable storage cabinets limited to 10 gallons in quantity and are they stored in approved safety containers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Compressed Gases

• Are cylinders stored properly and capped if unused?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cylinders properly labeled and secured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are empty cylinders being managed or returned?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Chemical Storage and Labeling

• Are all chemical containers in good condition (not corroded or leaking)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are containers labeled appropriately and legibly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all chemical containers closed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are incompatible chemicals segregated when they are being stored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are chemicals stored on the floor in DOT approved carboys, metal containers or glass containers provided with secondary containment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are corrosive materials stored below eye level?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are unopened containers of peroxide forming compounds within their manufacturer's expiration date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are opened peroxide forming compounds labeled with the date they were opened and an expiration date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lab Waste Disposal

• Are outdated and unused chemicals disposed of properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all hazardous waste containers properly sealed and labeled with a "Hazardous Waste Accumulation Tag"?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a designated hazardous waste satellite accumulation area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is infectious/biohazardous waste labeled and stored properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are needles and syringes being stored appropriately?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a puncture resistant container or broken glass receptacle provided and is it safe for custodians to handle?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Chemical Hoods and Ventilation

• Are chemical fume hoods functioning properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does hood chemical storage conflict with its designated use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the sash placed in the proper position when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are processes that emit vapors, gases or fumes adequately captured by local ventilation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT

• Does everyone allowed to use machinery have proper training?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do machine guards permit safe and comfortable operation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does all machinery or equipment have safeguards in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do operators wear appropriate PPE with no loose fitting clothing, hair or jewelry?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HOUSEKEEPING AND UNSAFE CONDITIONS

• Does the lab appear to be clean and organized?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate space to perform work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are walkways clear of slip and trip hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are walkways free of oil and grease?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there at least 18 inches of ceiling clearance?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is lab shelving stable and organized?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are defective tools and equipment tagged and removed from service?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are building utilities functioning properly (no water or gas leaks, etc.)?<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are lab doors locked when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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