After you've gone through the list, look at the items that remain unchecked. You'll find a corresponding shopping list that can help you check off those items.

General Safety

Check the items that your lab has completed. For unchecked items, browse the shopping lists to find the item you need to be able to check off the box.

All lab personnel are up to date on their training before entering the laboratory.
Lab is maintained secure; access is restricted to authorized personnel.
Appropriate clothing (no shorts or sandals) worn by everyone in the lab.
Minimum supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) for routine work is available to all lab members.
Work and storage areas are clear of clutter; access to exit is unrestricted.
Everything should be off the ground; no storage should be touching the floor. Elevated storage is required.
No food or drinks found in labs.
Proper signage is posted and clearly indicate any hazards.
Emergency phone numbers and plans posted next to phone.

Chemical Safety

Check the items that your lab has completed. For unchecked items, browse the shopping lists to find the item you need to be able to check off the box.

Appropriate labels are found on all hazardous chemical containers.
Never used an expired chemical for any testing; expired chemicals should be immediately disposed of.
Flammable liquid storage follows regulations for flammable cabinets or non-flammable cabinet limits.
Fume hoods free of clutter and stored chemicals.
All compressed gas cylinders secured in upright position.
All compressed gas cylinders capped when not in use.
Acid, base, flammable, and non-hazardous chemicals are stored properly.
Shelves and chemical containers in good condition (no leaks, rust).
Spill control equipment (neutralizers, absorbent pads, spill kits, etc.) are present and accessible.
Eyewash station not blocked and easily accessed.

Hazardous Waste Safety

Check the items that your lab has completed. For unchecked items, browse the shopping lists to find the item you need to be able to check off the box.

Hazardous waste collection areas are properly ventilated.
Hazardous waste disposable log is up to date and accurate.
Waste containers are never pushed down to make room.
Secondary containers are utilized in situations where regulation calls for it.
Secondary container is in good condition (no leaks, tears, or rust).
Regulated medical waste is placed into red bags within boxes that are properly labels or in another suitable container (e.g., 55-gallon fiberboard drum).
Each container is marked with the appropriate “Hazardous Waste” signage.
Each container is marked identifying the contents stored inside.
Waste containers are closed unless waste is being added.

Biological Safety

Check the items that your lab has completed. For unchecked items, browse the shopping lists to find the item you need to be able to check off the box.

Biological materials are not stored in hallways or chase ways in unlocked freezers or refrigerators.
Appropriate signage is visible and easily identifiable (e.g., infectious materials, active pharmaceutical exposure, etc.).
Full PPE is worn the entire time while exposed to biological materials.
Disinfectants are on hand for sanitizing bench tops and treating spills.
Biological material cabinets are within certification range.