Insectary Containment Inspection Checklist

Maintain Biosecurity Standards with Professional Insectary Inspections

Insectary facilities require rigorous containment protocols to prevent escape events and maintain biosecurity. Whether you're managing a research laboratory, agricultural research station, or vector control facility, this Insectary Containment Inspection Checklist provides a structured approach to verifying critical safety systems.

This template covers all essential containment verification points: screen integrity checks, autoclave operation testing, entry/exit protocol compliance, and escape prevention measures. By digitising your inspection process with Paperform, you replace paper checklists and clipboards with a mobile-friendly form that inspectors can complete on-site using tablets or smartphones.

Key benefits for research facilities and laboratories:

• Complete audit trail: Every inspection is timestamped and stored securely, creating a permanent compliance record for regulatory reviews
• Conditional logic: The form automatically shows relevant follow-up questions when issues are detected, ensuring thorough documentation of any containment breaches
• Photo documentation: Inspectors can photograph damaged screens, faulty equipment, or other concerns directly within the form
• Instant notifications: Set up automatic alerts to facility managers when critical failures are identified, enabling rapid response
• Automated reporting: Connect to Stepper to automatically generate inspection reports, schedule follow-up checks, and track corrective actions across multiple facilities

For insectary managers overseeing multiple containment rooms or facilities, this template ensures consistent inspection standards while reducing administrative overhead. The data flows directly into your quality management system, enabling trend analysis and proactive maintenance scheduling.

Whether you're conducting daily walkthroughs, weekly comprehensive inspections, or preparing for regulatory audits, this checklist keeps your facility compliant and your containment protocols robust.