laboratory auditing and upgrades. as/nzs2243.1:2005 – safety in laboratories part 1: planning and...
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Laboratory Auditing and Upgrades
AS/NZS2243.1:2005 – Safety in Laboratories Part 1: Planning and Operational Aspects
“Safety inspections to identify hazards and review practices shall be carried out at regular intervals and whenever any significant change is made to the work procedures or equipment in the laboratory to improve and maintain a safe environment.”
Laboratory auditing Lab Manager is responsible for ensuring Code of Practice adhered to.
MAF/IBSC AuditsPC1 and PC2 areas routinely audited with respect to Biological Compliance
New Organisms (e.g. GMOs)
Uncleared biologicals
Does not address Hazardous Substances!
Does not address non PC1 and PC2 labs.
Laboratory Audit-tool
Facilities, bench surfaces, floors, DG cabinets, fume hood certification
Documentation, lab supervisor and users documented, Safety Data Sheets available
Practices – chemicals storage and labelling, PPE available and used
Non-Compliance
Laboratory Practices/Documentation Inform person(s) involved of requirements Depending on seriousness of issue May need escalation to Lab Supervisor, HOD, ULM.
FacilitiesMinor work – can send request directly to Property ServicesMajor lab upgrades – discuss with Property Services Facility Manager, H&S Office
Statutory Budget
Approx $2 million/year available Typically getting 3-4 major laboratory upgrades/year Approx $75K set aside for minor HSNO/MAF remedial work
To bring existing facilities into compliance with legislation/standardsNot for:
New facilities/use. Maintenance of existing compliant facilities.
Minor lab upgrades/remedial work – signage, patch repairs, gap filling, DG cabinets, eye wash stations
Major lab upgrades (approx 3 per year)
Major lab upgrades
Typical major lab upgrade may cost >$150,000 - $500,000
Many requirements to meet HSNO Act. Biosecurity Act. Radiation Protection Act. Animal Welfare. H&S in Employment Act.
Mistakes more difficult and expensive to fix the later they are detected
Lab plans required to be signed off by Stat Budget Prioritising Group Includes ULM, Head of H&S, as well as reps from IBSC, HSRC and
Property Services. Can draw in expertise from AWO and Radiation Safety Advisor as
required.
Major lab upgrades process
ALL major lab upgrade plans need to be signed off by Stat budget prioritising group
Stat budget working group prioritises funding of labs from Stat budget
DLMs should be involved in design and planning of new labs
Documentation requirements - Completed audit checklists Report providing further explanation
Contact H&S office regarding major lab upgrades.
PC2 standard vs PC2 registered
Variety of laboratory designations – HSNO Exempt PC1PC2
PC2 requirements most stringent – major upgrades usually done to PC2 standard to allow for future change in use.
BUT lab cannot be used as PC2 unless; Approved by MAF Registered as part of University Containment/Transitional Facility Specific management, documentation required.