Monthly MetLab Inspection_ Template

• Prepared by

• Conducted on

  Date

Housekeeping

• Is the work area free from litter?

  Yes

  No

• Is the floor free of slip, trip or fall hazards?

  Yes

  No

• Are there any maintenance related equipment laying around? Submit WO to clean up?

  Yes

  No

Waste Management

• Rubbish bins are not overflowing?

  Yes

  No

• Is there a regular waste removal system is in place?

  Yes

  No

Under Bench Storage

• Is the access area clear and unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

• Is shelving secure and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Is a paper collection bin provided and clearly labelled?

  Yes

  No

• Is the storage area clean and cleared of waste?

  Yes

  No

Walkways & Floors

• Is the floor free from spills?

  Yes

  No

• Are all walkways accessible & clear?

  Yes

  No

Fire Extinguishers

• Are fire extinguishers present in the work area?

  Yes

  No

• Are adequate numbers of suitable type fire extinguishers in place?

  Yes

  No

• Is a fire extinguisher sign in place and clean?

  Yes

  No

• Is an inspection tag fitted and current - every 1 month?

  Yes

  No

• Is the area around the fire extinguisher clearly marked and free from obstructions?

  Yes

  No

• Is the charge needle pointing to the green area?

  Yes

  No

Bench Space

• Is there adequate space on benches?

  Yes

  No

• Are the work benches clear of samples and equipment not currently being used?

  Yes

  No

• Are the benches clean of sample solids and spills?

  Yes

  No

• Are there chemicals being stored on the benches?

  Yes

  No

• Is equipment not being used left out of benches?

  Yes

  No

Hazardous Materials Storage

• Are hazardous materials identified in the work area?

  Yes

  No

• Are employees aware of the safe handling & storage requirements for hazardous materials in the area?

  Yes

  No

• Food is not stored with hazardous substances?

  Yes

  No

• Are hazardous materials stored in a bunded area?

  Yes

  No

• Are MSDS's available for all hazardous substances?

  Yes

  No

Lighting

• Are all walk ways and work areas illuminated during periods of occupancy?

  Yes

  No

• Is the illumination level suitable for the detail of work being performed?

  Yes

  No

• Is there emergency lighting of all exit routes not naturally lighted?

  Yes

  No

• Yes

  No

Electrical Equipment

• Have all electrical equipment been inspected & inspection tags fitted to all electric leads?

  Yes

  No

• Are electrical cords and extension cords free of damage?

  Yes

  No

• Electrical outlets are not overloaded?

  Yes

  No

• Double adaptors are not used?

  Yes

  No

Energy Management

• Lights are not being unnecessarily used or left on?

  Yes

  No

• Air conditioners are not being unnecessarily used or left on?

  Yes

  No

Emergency & First Aid

• Are employees all aware of the closest first aid treatment

  Yes

  No

• Are employees all aware of the closest Muster Point

  Yes

  No

• Is the Muster Point clearly signposted?

  Yes

  No

• Are emergency procedures readily accessible by all personnel?

  Yes

  No

Telephone / Fixed Radio

• Is a telephone / fixed radio readily accessible?

  Yes

  No

• Is the location of the telephone / fixed radio clearly signposted?

  Yes

  No

• Are Emergency Numbers / Channels clearly visible?

  Yes

  No

• Is a current Phone list readily available?

  Yes

  No

• Is the telephone / radio regularly tested & working?

  Yes

  No

Signage

• Are Emergency procedures clearly signposted?

  Yes

  No

• Are adequate "No Smoking & Safety Glasses" signs in place?

  Yes

  No

Housekeeping

• Is the work area free from litter?

  Yes

  No

• Is the floor free of slip, trip or fall hazards?

  Yes

  No

Workstation

• Is there adequate space on the desk?

  Yes

  No

• Is the computer screen at suitable angle for maximum user comfort?

  Yes

  No

• Is the keyboards at suitable height for maximum user comfort?

  Yes

  No

• Are chairs used adjustable with suitable back support (ergonomically designed)?

  Yes

  No

• Is the office obstructed with chairs or equipment?

  Yes

  No

Electrical Equipment

• Have all electrical equipment been inspected & inspection tags fitted to all electric leads?

  Yes

  No

• Are electrical cords and extension cords free of damage?

  Yes

  No

• Electrical outlets are not overloaded?

  Yes

  No

• Double adaptors are not used?

  Yes

  No

Lighting

• Are all walk ways and work areas illuminated during periods of occupancy?

  Yes

  No

• Is the illumination level suitable for the detail of work being performed?

  Yes

  No

• Is there emergency lighting of all exit routes not naturally lighted?

  Yes

  No

Walkways & Floors

• Are all walkways accessible & clear?

  Yes

  No

• Is the floor free from spills?

  Yes

  No

Photocopiers / Printers / Fax Machines

• Is there adequate space on desks?

  Yes

  No

• Are trays for print jobs available?

  Yes

  No

• Is a paper collection bin provided and clearly labelled?

  Yes

  No

• Is the whiteboard available & in good condition?

  Yes

  No

Storage Area

• Is the access area clear and unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

• Are the walkways clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

• Is shelving secure and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Is the storage area clean and cleared of waste?

  Yes

  No

• Is stock stored in allocated areas?

  Yes

  No

• Are heavy Items stored on lower shelves?

  Yes

  No

• Are the items storage in the shelves in an orderly manner?

  Yes

  No

Electrical Equipment

• Have all electrical equipment been inspected & inspection tags fitted to all electric leads?

  Yes

  No

• Are electrical cords and extension cords free of damage?

  Yes

  No

• Electrical outlets are not overloaded?

  Yes

  No

• Double adaptors are not used?

  Yes

  No

Housekeeping

• Is the balance room free from litter, clean & tidy?

  Yes

  No

Lighting

• Are all walk ways and work areas illuminated during periods of occupancy?

  Yes

  No

• Is the illumination level suitable for the detail of work being performed?

  Yes

  No

Benches

• Are benches kept clean & tidy?

  Yes

  No

• Are the benches clean of sample solids and spills?

  Yes

  No

• Is there un-used equipment that can be removed from the workbench?

  Yes

  No

• Are the dust levels low here?

  Yes

  No

Under Bench Storage

• Is the access area clear and unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

• Is shelving secure and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Is stock stored in allocated areas?

  Yes

  No

• Is the storage area clean and cleared of waste?

  Yes

  No

Electrical Equipment

• Have all electrical equipment been inspected & inspection tags fitted to all electric leads?

  Yes

  No

• Are electrical cords and extension cords free of damage?

  Yes

  No

• Electrical outlets are not overloaded?

  Yes

  No

• Double adaptors are not used?

  Yes

  No

Freezer

• Is the freezer top clean and clear of items?

  Yes

  No

• Is the freezer inventory list available?

  Yes

  No

• Has old un-necessary samples been removed for the freezer?

  Yes

  No

• Does the freezer require de-frosting?

  Yes

  No

Housekeeping

• Is the flammable goods storage cabinet clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

• Can the doors the flammable goods cabinet open freely.?

  Yes

  No

• Is there a chemical storage compatibility chart displayed?

  Yes

  No

• Are the chemicals stored in the correct manner?

  Yes

  No

• Are the designated chemical storage location in the cabinet clearly marked ?

  Yes

  No

• Are there any leaks in the cabinet and are all containers in good condition?

  Yes

  No

MSDS's

• Are the MSDS's for all reagents stored in the flammable goods cabinet available?

  Yes

  No

Fire Extinguishers

• Are fire extinguishers present in the work area?

  Yes

  No

• Are adequate numbers of suitable type fire extinguishers in place?

  Yes

  No

• Is the fire extinguisher clearly mounted?

  Yes

  No

• Is a fire extinguisher sign in place and clean?

  Yes

  No

• Is a plastic covering fitted over the fire extinguisher?

  Yes

  No

• Is an inspection tag fitted and current - every 1 month?

  Yes

  No

• Is the charge needle pointing to the green area?

  Yes

  No

• Is the area around the fire extinguisher clearly marked and free from obstructions?

  Yes

  No

Housekeeping

• Is the balance room free from litter, clean & tidy?

  Yes

  No

Lighting

• Are all walk ways and work areas illuminated during periods of occupancy?

  Yes

  No

• Is the illumination level suitable for the detail of work being performed?

  Yes

  No

Benches

• Are benches kept clean & tidy?

  Yes

  No

• Are the benches clean of sample solids and spills?

  Yes

  No

• Is there un-used equipment that can be removed from the workbench?

  Yes

  No

• Are the dust levels low in the Dry Samples Process room

  Yes

  No

Under Bench Storage

• Is the access area clear and unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

• Is shelving secure and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Is stock stored in allocated areas?

  Yes

  No

• Is the storage area clean and cleared of waste?

  Yes

  No

Electrical Equipment

• Have all electrical equipment been inspected & inspection tags fitted to all electric leads?

  Yes

  No

• Are electrical cords and extension cords free of damage?

  Yes

  No

• Electrical outlets are not overloaded?

  Yes

  No

• Double adaptors are not used?

  Yes

  No

Storage Area

• Is the access area clear and unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

• Are the walkways clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

• Is shelving secure and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Is the storage area clean and cleared of waste?

  Yes

  No

• Is stock stored in allocated areas?

  Yes

  No

• Are heavy Items stored on lower shelves?

  Yes

  No

• Are the items storage in the shelves in an orderly manner?

  Yes

  No

• Is there sufficient lighting in the storage container?

  Yes

  No

• Is the sample inventory list available and updated?

  Yes

  No

Walkways

• Is the floor free of slip, trip or fall hazards (not wet?)

  Yes

  No

Storage Area

• Is the access area clear and unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

• Are the walkways clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

• Is shelving secure and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Is the storage area clean and cleared of waste?

  Yes

  No

• Is stock stored in allocated areas?

  Yes

  No

• Are heavy Items stored on lower shelves?

  Yes

  No

• Are the items storage in the shelves in an orderly manner?

  Yes

  No

• Is there sufficient lighting in the storage container?

  Yes

  No

• Is the sample inventory list available and updated?

  Yes

  No

Walkways

• Is the walkways clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

• Is the floor free of slip, trip or fall hazards (not wet?)

  Yes

  No

Housekeeping

• Is the work area free from litter?

  Yes

  No

• Is the floor free of slip, trip or fall hazards?

  Yes

  No

• Rubbish bins are not overflowing?

  Yes

  No

• Are recycling bins present in the area & correctly used?

  Yes

  No

• Are waste & recycling receptacles clearly identified?

  Yes

  No

• Is there a regular waste removal system is in place?

  Yes

  No

Water Management

• Is there adequate drainage around the washpath area?

  Yes

  No

• Is the sump pump operational?

  Yes

  No

Switchboards & Circuit Breakers

• Is the switchboard easily accessible & visible clearway (painted)?

  Yes

  No

• Is the switchboard in a clean, orderly condition?

  Yes

  No

Walkways

• Are all walkways accessible & clear?

  Yes

  No

Fire Extinguishers

• Are fire extinguishers present in the work area?

  Yes

  No

• Are adequate numbers of suitable type fire extinguishers in place?

  Yes

  No

• Is the fire extinguisher clearly mounted?

  Yes

  No

• Is a fire extinguisher sign in place and clean?

  Yes

  No

• Is a plastic covering fitted over the fire extinguisher?

  Yes

  No

• Is an inspection tag fitted and current - every 6 months?

  Yes

  No

• Is the charge needle pointing to the green area?

  Yes

  No

Dust Management

• There is no dust build-up in the open area, road and work area?

  Yes

  No

• Is personal dust monitoring conducted in the work area?

  Yes

  No

• People who work in the area do not consider the area to be dusty ?

  Yes

  No

Lighting

• Are all walk ways and work areas illuminated during periods of occupancy?

  Yes

  No

• Is the illumination level suitable for the detail of work being performed?

  Yes

  No

• Is there emergency lighting of all exit routes not naturally lighted?

  Yes

  No

Signage

• Are Emergency procedures & evacuation plans clearly signposted?

  Yes

  No

• Are adequate "No Smoking & Safety Glasses" signs in place?

  Yes

  No

Electrical Equipment

• Have all electrical equipment been inspected & inspection tags fitted to all electric leads?

  Yes

  No

• Are electrical cords and extension cords free of damage?

  Yes

  No

• Electrical outlets are not overloaded?

  Yes

  No

• Double adaptors are not used?

  Yes

  No

• Earth leakage devices are fitted, tested and functional?

  Yes

  No

• Is the equipment covered and protected when not in use?

  Yes

  No

• Are the ovens set at the correct temperature < 80°C ?

  Yes

  No

• Are there any alarms audible?

  Yes

  No

Eye Wash Station & Safety Shower

• Are safety showers & eye baths readily accessible & free from obstructions?

  Yes

  No

• Does water supply to the safety shower and eye bath provide 15 minutes flush at comfortable temperature?

  Yes

  No

• Are safety shower and eye bath signs in place and clean?

  Yes

  No

• Does the safety shower and eye bath get flushed regularly to eliminate contaminants

  Yes

  No

• Is emergency green lighting in place and working?

  Yes

  No

• Were there any substandard practices observed during the inspection?

  Yes

  No

• Yes

  No