Laboratories & Pharmacies Maintenance Checklist 

Laboratories and pharmacies handle flammable, reactive and hazardous chemicals daily, making them some of the most fire-prone areas in healthcare settings. A single oversight, like an unlabeled container or a blocked exhaust vent, can escalate quickly. That’s why consistent, well-documented maintenance is vital for both staff safety and regulatory compliance.

Routine inspections ensure flammable liquids are properly stored, fume hoods operate correctly, and emergency stations remain accessible. Regular ventilation checks and chemical inventory reviews also help maintain safe working conditions while preventing costly compliance issues.

Our Laboratories & Pharmacies Maintenance Checklist gives you a structured approach to fire safety management, ensuring your team stays organized, informed and inspection-ready.

What’s Inside the Checklist

Your downloadable checklist includes:

• Daily / Weekly Tasks: Flammable liquid storage, housekeeping, emergency equipment access, and chemical labeling.
• Monthly Inspections: Cabinet integrity checks, ventilation system testing, spill kit verification, and waste disposal review.
• Quarterly Tasks: Inventory reconciliation, signage inspection, and electrical safety checks near flammable materials.
• Annual Maintenance: Hood certification, fire suppression testing, staff refresher training, and full compliance audits.
• Maintenance Documentation Log: A dedicated section for tracking all inspections, service intervals, and corrective actions.

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Regular maintenance not only keeps labs and pharmacies compliant but also protects staff, patients, and property from hazardous incidents.

Download the checklist below to simplify chemical safety, meet healthcare fire codes, and ensure your facility remains inspection-ready year-round.