Mexico Laboratory Biosafety Checklist
Comprehensive Mexico laboratory biosafety checklist covering biosafety levels, PPE, waste management, and NOM-087-SEMARNAT requirements.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 30-40 minutes
- Role: Responsable de Laboratorio/Bioseguridad
- Total Items: 47
- Compliance: NOM-087-SEMARNAT-SSA1-2002, NOM-052-SEMARNAT-2005, CDC Biosafety Guidelines
Control de Acceso
Access control
- ¿Acceso restringido a personal autorizado?
- ¿Señalización de bioseguridad visible?
- ¿Registro de ingreso al laboratorio?
Equipo de Protección Personal
PPE
- ¿Bata de laboratorio usada?
- ¿Guantes apropiados?
- ¿Lentes de seguridad?
- ¿Respirador cuando se requiere?
Prácticas de Laboratorio
Lab practices
- ¿Pipeteo mecánico (no bucal)?
- ¿Uso de campana de bioseguridad?
- ¿Sin alimentos ni bebidas en laboratorio?
- ¿Desinfección de superficies de trabajo?
Manejo de Muestras
Sample handling
- ¿Transporte seguro de muestras?
- ¿Muestras correctamente etiquetadas?
- ¿Almacenamiento seguro?
Manejo de Residuos
Waste management
- ¿RPBI separados por tipo?
- ¿Punzocortantes en contenedor rígido?
- ¿Autoclave funcional para inactivación?
Preparación para Emergencias
Emergency preparedness
- ¿Kit para derrames biológicos?
- ¿Regadera de emergencia funcional?
- ¿Lavaojos funcional?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
Patient Safety & Identification
Verify patient safety protocols and identification procedures
- Two patient identifiers used before procedures?
- Fall risk assessment completed?
- Call light within patient reach?
- Bed in lowest position with brakes locked?
Medication Safety & Management
Verify medication handling and administration practices
- Medications stored securely and at proper temperature?
- Controlled substances properly secured and counted?
- No expired medications in stock?
- High-alert medications properly labeled?
Environment of Care & Safety
Verify facility environment meets safety standards
- Fire exits clear and unobstructed?
- Emergency equipment functional and accessible?
- Spill kits available and stocked?
- Electrical cords and outlets in safe condition?
Documentation & Regulatory Compliance
Complete assessment documentation and ensure regulatory compliance
- All findings documented with evidence?
- Corrective actions assigned with timeline?
- Staff education provided on identified issues?
- Assessor Signature
- Additional Observations
Related Healthcare Checklists
- India Diagnostic Lab Quality Checklist
- India Diagnostic Lab Quality Checklist
- Mexico Pharmaceutical GMP Checklist
- Mexico Nursing Home Safety Checklist
- Mexico Blood Bank Safety Checklist
- Mexico Dialysis Center Safety Checklist
Related Laboratory Operations Checklists
Why Use This Mexico Laboratory Biosafety Checklist?
This mexico laboratory biosafety checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for responsable de laboratorio/bioseguridad professionals, this checklist covers 47 critical inspection points across 12 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with NOM-087-SEMARNAT-SSA1-2002, NOM-052-SEMARNAT-2005, CDC Biosafety Guidelines. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Mexico Laboratory Biosafety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 47 inspection items across 12 sections: Control de Acceso, Equipo de Protección Personal, Prácticas de Laboratorio, Manejo de Muestras, Manejo de Residuos, Preparación para Emergencias, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety & Identification, Medication Safety & Management, Environment of Care & Safety, Documentation & Regulatory Compliance. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 30-40 minutes.
Who should use this Mexico Laboratory Biosafety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Responsable de Laboratorio/Bioseguridad professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.