Lab Inspection Program
The IBC is responsible for conducting annual inspections of all IBC-approved BSL-1 non-exempt, BSL-2, BSL-3, ACL-2, and ACL-3 laboratory spaces at K-State. Conducting routine inspections of laboratory spaces is critical to identifying potential hazards and regulatory risk by assessing compliance with various regulatory standards.
Download current K-State BSL-1 non-exempt inspection checklist (DOCX)
Download current K-State BSL-2 inspection checklist (DOCX)
Download CDC Arthropod Containment Level 2 (ACL-2) checklist (PDF)
Instructional Video Describing BSL-2 Inspection Process
IBC website CITI training info
Lab inspection website K-State lab safety manual
Lab inspection form K-State chemical hygiene plan
EH&S lab sign generator Sharps disposal
Laboratory biosafety manual template
Common Findings
Examples of IBC findings during lab visits that require correction are below.
Biohazard bins
- Labels missing or worn out
- No lids on bins
- Open bins
Biosafety cabinets
- Too much being stored in the cabinet
- Items obstructing cabinet grills that may impede cabinet function
Biosafety manual
- Incomplete training records
- Missing sign off sheets showing lab members have read and understand lab-specific SOPs
Eyewash stations
- Weekly flushing/check logs missing or incomplete
- Obstructed station
- Missing signage or signage not permanently affixed
- Tabs lying open
Labeling of chemicals
- Incomplete chemical name or missing warning icons on chemicals in secondary containers
PPE
- Eye/face protection not readily available or not in use
- No plan for sanitation of lab coats
Safety showers
- Access to shower obstructed by clutter
Signage
- Incomplete, outdated, or missing signage (including stickers on equipment) for biohazard use within incubators, centrifuges, dewars, etc.
- Emergency spill instructions, emergency contact lists missing
Sanitation
Raw wood surfaces or fabric chairs that cannot be decontaminated easily
Paper towels for drying clean hands not in enclosed containers
Overall issues with excess items stored in labs/clutter