UK GOV: Working Safely in Labs During COVID-19

This checklist is based on UK Government guidance for working safely during COVID-19 in labs and research facilities. It helps employers, employees, and the self-employed plan and operate safely through structured risk assessment, distancing measures, hygiene and cleaning protocols, and workforce management. Topics include who should attend on-site, protecting vulnerable staff, movement and occupancy controls, workstation setup, meetings and common areas, visitor and contractor management, cleaning and decontamination, PPE and face coverings, shift patterns, travel, and goods handling. Use it to document controls, share results, and support safe lab operations during the pandemic.