CSU, Dominguez Hills

SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Laboratories

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CHECK ALL ITEMS THAT APPLY IN EACH COLUMN BELOW

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

YES

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

YES

1. MSDS are on file in department and readily accessible.

28. Shelves have lips or seismic restraints.

2. Containers of stock solution are properly identified (e.g. buffers labeled & marked w/ words “buffer”).

29. Emergency Action and Fire Prevention plans are available.

3. Original product names (or full chemical names) and hazards (health/physical) are clearly identified on labels – including product in fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets.

30. Cabinet and bookshelves are secured to walls to resist forces from at least two separate directions.

4. Containers of non-hazardous substances (e.g. H₂O) are labeled explicitly to avoid confusion.

31. Overhead storage is minimized and restrained from falling.

5. Synthesized unnamed chemicals are labeled by their reactants & possible products (or by a useful generic description) & w/ probable hazards (health/physical).

32. Computers, typewriters, phones, boxes, calculators and other heavy items are secured to desks/bench tops.

6. Containers (vats/storage tanks) are labeled w/ contents.

33. Chemical spill kit materials are provided.

7. Visible piping is labeled with contents & direction flow.

34. Training in spill cleanup procedures.

8. Designated area is established for the use of regulated carcinogens.

35. Appropriate fire extinguishers are available w/in 75 ft. and inspected w/in one year.

9. Incompatible materials are segregated by chemical class.

36. Sprinkler heads in good condition.

10. Infectious waste is properly labeled & placed in closable, leak-proof containers/bags or puncture-resistant holders.

37. Fire extinguishers are mounted, unobstructed and clearly visible.

11. Containers of materials are disposed of within manufacturer’s suggested expiration dates (shelf life).

38. 18 in. vertical clearance is maintained from sprinkler heads (over shelves/equipment).

12. Containers of peroxide-forming chemicals are dated upon receipt and disposed of with manufacturer’s suggested expiration dates.

39. First aid materials are kept in adequate supply (in sanitary and usable condition) and are readily available.

13. Secondary containment is provided, as required, at a minimum for quantities greater than 55 gallons, 500 pounds, or 200 cubic feet.

40. Exit signs are posted to clearly indicate exits at or near floor and roof levels.

14. All chemical containers are capped and sealed, except when actively adding or removing material from them.

41. Width of exit aisles and pathways is not less than 28-36 inches.

15. Chemicals are not disposed of by evaporation in a fume hood and/or into the room or atmosphere.

42. Exits and isles are clear and free of obstructions.

HAZARDOUS WASTE

HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING

16. Waste is contained according to the campus hazardous waste guidelines.

43. Employees are periodically instructed in the use of fire extinguishers.

17. Specific storage containers are provided for:

( ) Chemical waste	( ) Biohazardous waste
( ) Recyclable solvents	( ) Sharps
( ) Radioactive waste	( ) Mixed waste

44. Employees are trained in the lab’s chemical hygiene plan (CHP). Employees should read and understand the contents of the CHP, including all MSDS.

18. Waste containers are sturdy, routinely inspected for leaks, compatible with the waste, and kept closed when hazardous waste is not being added or removed.

45. Trained in the specific hazards associated with the materials and equipment they use and how to protect themselves.

19. Waste containers are segregated by compatible storage group system and in secondary containers(s).

46. Employees are trained on emergency procedures.

20. Waste is not stored for more than 90 days from the initial date of accumulation or more than 275 days if in a designated satellite accumulation area.

47. Trained in health & safety policies and practices and employee health and safety rights and responsibilities.

21. Waste pickup forms are available.

48. Trained in use of PPE

22. Containers are labeled with the initial date of accumulation, w/ words “Hazardous Waste”, the waste’s physical state, hazardous properties, full product names, appropriate percentages and the campus ID.

49. Employees are trained in the use and hazards of benzene, methylene chloride, formaldehyde and/or lead if applicable.

23. Waste tags are available and used on all hazardous waste containers (regardless of size of container).

50. Trained in the hazards of universal precautions (if applicable).

24. Biohazardous waste is contained in red bags that are labeled as biohazardous waste.

51. Trained whenever an employee or student assistant is given a new assignment.

25. Syringes/needles/sharps are disposed of in sharps containers.

52. Trained when new hazards are introduced into the workplace (substance/equipment).

26. Red bags are used only for infectious waste.

53. Employee trained before first day of work.

27. Animal carcasses and/or infectious tissues are properly contained and disposed.

54. Trained when supervisor is made aware of new or previously unrecognized hazard.

HEALTH & SAFETY EQUIPMENT

YES

ELECTRICAL

YES

55. Approved safety showers and eye washes are provided within the work are for immediate use (10 seconds from possible exposure) w/ unobstructed access.

80. At least 3 feet of clearance is kept in front of electrical panels/breaker boxes.

56. Safety showers and eyewashes are inspected and maintained monthly to ensure proper operation.