Daily Routine:
Morning Check:
o Inspect equipment for functionality and safety (e.g.,
autoclaves, incubators, microscopes).
o Check temperatures in fridges, freezers, and incubators; log
these readings.
o Ensure all chemicals and reagents are properly stored and
labeled.
Cleaning and Maintenance:
o Clean work surfaces, fume hoods, and common areas with
appropriate disinfectants.
o Wash glassware or ensure it's ready for use.
o Dispose of waste correctly, separating hazardous from non-
hazardous waste.
Safety Checks:
o Verify that all safety equipment like eye wash stations,
emergency showers, and fire extinguishers are accessible and
functional.
o Check personal protective equipment (PPE) supplies.
Weekly Routine:
Equipment Calibration:
o Calibrate sensitive equipment like pH meters, scales, and
spectrophotometers.
Inventory Management:
o Check inventory levels of chemicals, reagents, and
consumables.
o Order supplies as needed.
Documentation:
o Review and update lab notebooks or digital records.
o Ensure all experiments are logged with dates, observations,
and outcomes.
Monthly or Periodic Tasks:
Deep Cleaning:
o Perform thorough cleaning of less frequently used areas or
equipment.
o Check and clean ventilation systems if required.
Safety Drills:
o Conduct emergency drills like fire evacuation or spill response.
Quality Control:
o Perform quality control checks on reagents or media.
o Review safety protocols and update training if necessary.
Equipment Maintenance:
o Schedule maintenance for larger equipment or systems like
centrifuges or autoclaves.
As Needed:
Experiment Setup and Execution:
o Prepare solutions, media, or reagents.
o Set up experiments or assays according to protocols.
Data Analysis:
o Analyze data from experiments, possibly with software tools.
Meetings:
o Participate in lab meetings for planning, discussion of results,
or troubleshooting.
