Develop a Request Form for Laboratory Testing
Conduct a baseline assessment of the laboratory
Prepare Stock Cards and set up the inventory management system
Make an Equipment Register and check proper functioning of equipment
Write a Master SOP
Create commitment to go for accreditation
Train staff to recognize symptoms of laboratory associated infections and facilitate access to diagnostic and medical services for when such cases occur
Appoint a Quality Project Team. The chair of this team is appointed as a Quality Focal Point
Provide staff with basic orientation on principles of quality management and a quality management system
Determine which biosafety level the facilities need to comply with
Write procedures for operating equipment
Make and use action plans with SMART action points
Make a list of all tests performed in the laboratory
Make SOPs for all tests performed by the laboratory
Perform a facility and safety assessment
Start organizing regular (weekly) staff meetings
Provide the Biosafety Officer with a biosafety training so that he/she is capable to fully perform his/her job tasks
Appoint a Biosafety Officer
Make an Authorization Matrix
Write and implement an SOP for Waste Segregation and Disposal
Appoint an Equipment Officer
Make a job description for each position in the laboratory
Write a Biosafety Manual and make sure that it is read and signed by all staff
Make a Personal Job Description specific for each staff member
Arrange standardized regular cleaning of the laboratory
Appoint a staff member who is responsible for monitoring stocks and ordering supplies and reagents
Ensure adequately qualified staff
Make Organizational Charts
Purchase spill kits and write and implement an SOP on Dealing with Spills
Purchase first aid kits and train a selection of personnel members to become first aid providers
Watch the LQSI tutorial
Develop a Request Form for Laboratory Testing