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Laboratory safety & compliance audit checklist

Interactive audit to assess laboratory biosafety, chemical safety, training currency, incident reporting, waste handling, and documentation. Structured fields capture observations, scores, recommended actions, and follow-up assignments so teams can track and close safety gaps.

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Laboratory Safety & Compliance Audit

Use this checklist to assess biosafety, chemical safety, training currency, incident reporting, waste handling, and documentation. For each item, select the observed status and add notes where helpful. Record follow-up actions for non-compliances.

Scoring: scale items run 1 (low/concerning) to 5 (good). Enter dates as YYYY-MM-DD. Submit to save a structured audit record that can be exported or tracked for follow-up.

Name of person conducting the audit.
Building and room number.
YYYY-MM-DD
HVAC and local exhaust functioning and appropriate for activities.
Restricted access, visitor logging, and door controls as required.
Biosafety, chemical hazard, contact info, and emergency signs visible.
Check certification labels or records.
Flammable and reactive chemicals stored appropriately.
Gloves, lab coats, eye protection, respirators as needed.
Personnel observed using required PPE during tasks.
Rate condition from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent).
1.0 10.0
Monthly checks and unobstructed access.
Biosafety, chemical safety, and relevant SOP trainings documented.
Personnel trained and spill kits available.
Check incident log and corrective actions.
Encourages reporting and learning.
Records show root cause and verification.
Biological, chemical, sharps separated and labeled.
No overfilled containers.
Proper containers, labeling, and secondary containment.
Access limited and storage periods within policy.
Includes controlled substances and regulated materials.
Electronic or printed copies available near work areas.
Inspector's overall risk rating.
1.0 10.0
Enter 0 if none.
Describe required corrective actions, responsible person, and timeline.
Name of person responsible for follow-up.
YYYY-MM-DD
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