Safe Work MS#...-80 FreezerPage 1/2

/ Safe Work Method Statement
-80 Freezer
Safe Work MS NUMBER / RISK ASSESSMENT NUMBER / RISK ASSESSMENT
Safe Work MS# / RA# / Medium
DATE CREATED / Employees Involved in Safe Work MS Creation / REVIEW DATE

25-9-2014

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Carlie Delaine

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25-9-2019

Personal Protective Equipment Required
(List PPE required for the safe undertaking of this method) (delete any not applicable)
Cryo-Gloves
Full Face Mask
Laboratory coat.
Covered in shoes
Hazards
(List hazards present during the undertaking of this method)
Electric shock
Exposure to hazardous substances
Slipping on wet floor
Frost burns to skin and eyes

Introduction:

This SOP describes the use and cleaning procedures for the -80. These freezers are primarily used for the storage of samples.

Health and Safety

  • Wear protective gloves, eye protection and clothing when using this freezer..
  • Be aware of any potential harmful samples stored.
  • Do Not store any food or drink within the -80 Freezer.
  • Do Not store flammable liquids in the -80
  • All items in the -80 freezer should be labelled with the following details;

Owners Name

Department and contact number

Contents of store item

Date

  • Contents of all items which are stored in the -80 freezer should be checked regularly and disposed of if no longer required.

Cleaning Procedure:

  • The -80 freezer is defrosted, disinfected and cleaned if there is a visible build up of ice.
  • Wear personal protective equipment when undertaking cleaning procedures.
  • Notify the control centre on extension 64582 when you are going to turn off the -80 freezer so that they are aware of the reason for the temperature change.
  • Empty the contents of the freezer by removing everything into another -80 freezer as quickly as possible. Wear protective gloves whilst moving the contents and use a trolley to transport the items.
  • Disconnect the electrical supply before commencing cleaning.
  • Wipe the door seals and remove any deposits of ice.
  • Place towels on the surrounding floor and place inside the -80 to soak up the water
  • Place a “Slippery Surface” sign at the area to notify people of the possible hazard.
  • Leave the door partially open to aid in the defrosting process.
  • Once the appliance has defrosted, clean the interior with a suitable disinfectant and dry thoroughly.
  • Close the door and restore power to the appliance.
  • Once the temperature has returned to working temperature, return contents.

Supervisor approval

Name______

Signature______