HAR §11-110.1-17. Licensed clinical laboratories and laboratories with class I or class II permits: safety and sanitation requirements

(a) All licensed clinical laboratories and laboratories with class I and class II permits shall be maintained and operated in a manner which will not expose employees, patients, or the general public to undue physical, chemical, and biological hazards. (b) Laboratories shall be well-ventilated, well-lighted, and, if needed for laboratory testing, have a sink with running water and convenient access to gas, suction, or properly grounded electrical outlets. There shall be sufficient space to perform the services provided by the laboratory with optimum accuracy and safety. (c) All culture processes involving potential sources of aerosolized pathogens shall be performed in a biological safety cabinet. All procedures which involve liberation of toxic, corrosive, or explosive substances shall be performed in a fume hood. (d) Cylinders of compressed gases shall be secured in a manner to prevent falling or being knocked over. (e) Blood and blood components used for transfusion shall be stored and maintained at a temperature indicated on the product label. This shall be verified continuously by a recording thermometer and confirmed by a system of audible and visible alarms which are monitored at all times. Stored blood shall be inspected daily. (f) Flammable or combustible liquids shall be stored in compliance with applicable state and federal standards. (g) Laboratories using corrosive materials shall have appropriately located safety showers and eye wash stations. (h) Adequate numbers and appropriate types of fire extinguishers shall be placed in convenient locations, inspected at least annually, and recharged if necessary. 110.1-19 27.63