<p> Workplace Inspection Checklist 2</p><p>(Laboratories, science stores etc) Building Room number(s) and name(s) Department/Faculty Inspection date Date of report 1 2 3 Inspection team: Minimum of two people:- Safety coordinator /Technician/Manager /Union Representative</p><p>Instructions:  This inspection form applies to areas such as; lecture theatres, teaching rooms, libraries, offices, staff kitchens and common rooms, corridors and reception spaces. Use Workplace Inspection Checklist 2 for Laboratories, science stores etc, Workplace Inspection Checklist 3 for Workshops and Studios and Workplace Inspection Checklist 4 for Cold rooms, tissue laboratories etc.  If the item is not relevant for that particular area, write NA (Not Applicable) in the ‘check’ box.  If there are no problems under a particular item, tick the ‘check’ box ().  If there is a problem, put a cross in the ‘check’ box (X) and in ‘Comments’ a brief description what is wrong  If you do sort it out immediately, still describe the problem and what you did and tick the relevant box if further action is required  After the inspection, send the checklist to your Line Manager/safety coordinator, who will track the actions and send a copy to the K Drive – Health & Safety Coordinators section.</p><p>Urgent No Action Action Comments Item Action Green Amber Red</p><p>General</p><p>1 The area is tidy and the floor free of clutter</p><p>2 Walkways are clear of obstructions and trip hazards (e.g. cables, boxes etc)</p><p>3 Laboratory entrance has suitable signage is in place</p><p>4 Emergency eyewash bottles are available, clearly visible and in date</p><p>5 Emergency shower (if available) is functional and serviced regularly</p><p>6 Lighting is adequate and operational Suitable for the tasks being undertaken</p><p>7 Benches are clear of clutter and clean</p><p>8 First aid notices are displayed and visible </p><p>1 Urgent Comments No Action Action Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Action Green Amber Red</p><p>9 The need for Personal Protective Equipment has been minimized by the use of other controls.</p><p>10 The Personal Protective Equipment provided (laboratory coats, safety glasses, face shields, masks, nitrile gloves) is suitable for use and being used correctly.</p><p>11 Personal Protective Equipment is in good condition and well maintained (laboratory coats laundered regularly).</p><p>12 Users are aware of the risks they are being protected from and given instruction and training in proper use.</p><p>13 The Personal Protective Equipment is stored correctly and safely to prevent damage.</p><p>14 The requirement to wear Personal Protective Equipment is enforced.</p><p>15 The Personal Protective Equipment is replaced when it becomes worn or damaged.</p><p>16 The Personal Protective Equipment is comfortable and fits well.</p><p>17 Personal Protective Equipment is suitable for the purpose it is being used (face visor will protect from chemical splashes etc)</p><p>2 Equipment Urgent Comments No Action Action Action Green Amber Red</p><p>18 All electrical equipment bears a current inspected/ tested label and is not obviously damaged (including extension leads)</p><p>19 Microwave ovens bear a current inspected for leaks label (as well as electrical test label)</p><p>20 Extension leads are not overloaded or daisy chained</p><p>21 Equipment (ladders, stepladders) used to access material stored at height is inspected and tagged</p><p>22 All staff workstations have been assessed by the user</p><p>23 Manual handling aids (trolleys, sack trucks etc.) are in good condition, inspected and tagged</p><p>24 Refrigerators used to store flammable materials are suitably modified for spark suppression by the manufacturer and spill trays are emptied regularly</p><p>25 Waste disposal facilities are appropriate to the space</p><p>26 Local exhaust ventilation equipment is available and functional</p><p>27 Local exhaust ventilation equipment is regularly cleaned and maintained</p><p>28 Local exhaust ventilation equipment is uncluttered, in good condition and has been inspected with the last year</p><p>29 Users of Local exhaust ventilation equipment have been trained and instructed on safe use of the equipment including emergency procedures if the equipment fails</p><p>30 Centrifuges are inspected and tested by an appointed engineer within the last year</p><p>31 Locks are in place for preventing unauthorised use of ultra-centrifuges and records of use are maintained</p><p>32 Users are trained to use the equipment</p><p>33 Users are trained in emergency action / mop up / decontamination procedures following a spill</p><p>3 Chemicals Urgent Comments No Action Action Action Green Amber Red</p><p>34 Substances used in the laboratory have been assessed and are adequately controlled under COSHH Safety Data sheets / COSHH 35 assessments for all chemicals and cleaning solutions are available in a central folder</p><p>36 Safer substances and materials have been substituted where possible</p><p>Work is organized to eliminate / 37 minimize handling of hazardous materials wherever possible Training has been provided in the safe 38 use / handling of chemicals and emergency action for dealing with spills, splashes etc</p><p>39 Chemicals, solvents and reagents are labeled clearly and correctly including hazard warnings and precautions required</p><p>40 Chemicals are stored according to compatibility</p><p>41 Flammable substances are stored in appropriate cabinets </p><p>42 Corrosive substances are stored in appropriate cabinets</p><p>43 Poisons are stored in locked cabinets and an issue procedure is in use</p><p>44 There are spill trays and/or bunding for storage of hazardous liquids</p><p>45 Spill kits appropriate to the materials stored are available and emergency procedures are in place</p><p>46 Carriers are available to transport 2.5 Litres containers (Winchesters) and waste containers</p><p>47 Dust and fume producing equipment is adequately enclosed / isolated</p><p>48 Benches are kept clean and clutter free</p><p>49 Balances are cleaned after use and chemical spills dealt with immediately 4 Waste disposal Urgent Comments No Action Action Action Green Amber Red</p><p>50 Segregated waste disposal containers are available and clearly labeled</p><p>51 Users of the laboratory are trained and information is available for disposal of waste chemicals</p><p>52 Solid waste containers are available and emptied regularly</p><p>53 Broken glass container is available and emptied regularly</p><p>54 Solvent waste is labeled correctly and not allowed to accumulate</p><p>55 Sink and washing up areas are clean and clutter free</p><p>56 Disposal routes are clearly identified (buckets labeled for rinsed glassware etc)</p><p>57 Autoclaves have been inspected as pressure vessels by an appointed engineer within the last year and are serviced regularly</p><p>5 Compressed gas cylinders Urgent Comments No Action Action Action Green Amber Red</p><p>58 Storage of gas cylinders is kept to a minimum and segregated by type; full and empty cylinders are stored separately. Empty cylinders should be kept to a minimum</p><p>59 Cylinders are prevented from falling by bracket, chains or stable stands</p><p>60 Cylinder trolleys are available and used for transport</p><p>61 Regulators are tagged and less than five years old</p><p>62 Appropriate gas cylinder labels are displayed </p><p>63 Personal protective equipment (safety glasses, gloves and safety boots/shoes) is available and used as necessary</p><p>64 Staff who change cylinders are appropriately trained and a register maintained</p><p>6 Cryogenics Urgent Comments No Action Action Action Green Amber Red</p><p>65 Dewars < 25 litres have handles and loose fitting lids Dewars > 25 litres have wheels and 66 pressure release valves and have been inspected by an authorised person within the last year 67 Personal Oxygen depletion monitors are available to staff when transporting larger volumes (25litres +)</p><p>68 Cryogen storage areas are appropriately ventilated</p><p>69 Appropriate cryogen labels are displayed</p><p>70 Personal protective equipment (face visor, gloves and safety boots/shoes) is available and used as necessary</p><p>71 Staff who use or transfer cryogens are appropriately trained and a register kept</p><p>7 Biohazards Urgent Comments No Action Action Action Green Amber Red</p><p>72 Appropriate biohazard warning labels are displayed</p><p>73 Authorized personnel only signage is present for tissue culture and microbiological laboratories.</p><p>74 Users of tissue culture and microbiological laboratories are instructed and trained in biological safety, use of safety cabinets, containment and decontamination procedures</p><p>8 75 Biological safety cabinets are uncluttered, in good condition and have been inspected, tested and serviced by an appointed engineer within the last year</p><p>76 Biohazard labels are fixed to storage units (incl. fridges) for microorganisms, human tissue / blood products or recombinant or manipulated DNA</p><p>77 Containers for autoclavable waste are available and are removed when full</p><p>78 Appropriate disinfectant is available to users along with manufacturers guidelines</p><p>79 Appropriate containers are available for transporting bio hazardous materials between laboratories</p><p>80 Hand washing facilities and appropriate antimicrobial soap solutions are available at exit points</p><p>81 Storage is available for personal protective equipment (laboratory coats etc)</p><p>82 Computer keyboards in laboratory areas have protective covers</p><p>83 Carbon Dioxide incubators are in good condition and have been inspected, tested and serviced by an appointed engineer within the last year</p><p>84 Oxygen depletion monitors are present in the area and are working</p><p>85 Staff are trained and know how to respond to Oxygen depletion alarm sounding</p><p>Radiation(ionizing and non-ionising) Urgent Comments No Action Action Radioactive materials and Ionising Radiation Action Green Amber can only be used on Licensed areas. Red</p><p>86 Warning signs are present on all ultraviolet sources</p><p>87 Users are trained and a training record kept </p><p>88 Skin and eye protection is available and in use when ultraviolet lamps are being used</p><p>9 89 X-rays are generated only in rooms, or delineated areas of rooms, dedicated for that purpose</p><p>90 All X-ray equipment is being used in accordance with the local rules and risk assessment</p><p>91 All staff using X-rays are appropriately trained and training records are kept</p><p>92 Warning signs are displayed on all rooms in which X-ray equipment is used</p><p>93 Illuminated signs warn when X-rays are on</p><p>94 Subjects exposed to medical X-rays are made aware of any risk and exposures are appropriately recorded</p><p>Magnets and Strong magnetic fields Urgent Comments No Action Action (NMR) Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Action Green Amber spectrometers Red</p><p>95 Warning signs are present on access doors to the area warning people with implants and pacemakers of the strong magnetic hazard</p><p>96 Authorized personnel only signs are in a prominent place at the entrance of the room</p><p>97 Personnel entering the room receive a Health & Safety induction prior to commencement of work (estates and contractors)</p><p>10 98 Magnets are correctly stored</p><p>99 Is tool control operating for contractors and engineers working in the area ensuring good housekeeping?</p><p>100 Air handling units are working effectively and inspected regularly by an authorised person</p><p>101 Oxygen sensors and alarms working correctly and on a regular testing scheme</p><p>102 Pipework and cabling are kept tidy and signage in place to prevent trips</p><p>Urgent Comments No Action Action Class 3 and 4 lasers Action Green Amber Red</p><p>103 Warning signs are present on all class 3 or 4 lasers </p><p>104 Lasers are used only in rooms, or areas of rooms, dedicated to that purpose</p><p>105 All laser equipment is being used in accordance with the local rules and risk assessment</p><p>106 Warning signs are displayed on all rooms in which lasers are used</p><p>11 107 Interlock mechanisms to prevent exposure to laser radiation are fitted and working</p><p>108 Lasers are on the University register</p><p>109 All staff and students using lasers are appropriately trained and training records are kept</p><p>12</p>