Preparation for Practical Classes - Practical classes preparations, Tasks allocation to lab assistants Purchasing of laboratory materials - Stock requirement documents, Order documentation, Sufficient stock levels, Stocktaking schedules Practical Classes and Demonstrations - Practical guide recommendations, Students register, Accurate storage records, Feedback, Completed experiments, Clean equipment Defect Checking and Repair - Cost effective purchasing, Faulty equipment reports, Service schedules, Replacements records, Functional equipment Research Matters - provide technical assistance to researchers, postgraduate students Human Resource Management - Work schedules, Staff placement, Positive relations. Updated records. Administrative Tasks - Annual budget, Appropriate usage of equipment, Accurate records  Health and Safety - Safety lessons. Compliance, Safe working environment, Incidents reports, Visible safety signage