Pharmacy Storage and Security Checklist

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Controlled Access & Intrusion Prevention

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Focuses on physical barriers and systems preventing unauthorized entry to the pharmacy storage area.

Is the pharmacy storage area physically separated from other areas?

What type of access control is in place for the pharmacy storage area?

If 'Other' was selected for access control, please specify:

Are windows and doors to the pharmacy storage area equipped with reinforced glass or frames?

Number of cameras actively monitoring the pharmacy storage area.

Are cameras connected to a recording system?

Date of last review of access control logs.

Describe any vulnerabilities identified during a recent security assessment of the pharmacy storage area.

Temperature & Environmental Controls

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Ensures proper conditions are maintained to preserve medication integrity.

Minimum Acceptable Temperature (°C)

Maximum Acceptable Temperature (°C)

Relative Humidity (%) - Minimum

Relative Humidity (%) - Maximum

Temperature Monitoring System Type

Date of Last Temperature/Humidity Calibration

Description of Environmental Control System (e.g., HVAC, backup generator)

Recent Temperature/Humidity Logs (Last 12 Months)

Backup Power System Status

Describe corrective actions taken for any out-of-range temperature/humidity events in the last year.

Security System Monitoring & Response

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Covers surveillance, alarms, and response protocols for security breaches.

Alarm System Type

Last Alarm System Test Time

Alarm Response Time (minutes)

Details of Recent Alarm Events (if any)

Surveillance Camera Coverage

Last Review of Surveillance Footage

Notification Methods for Alarm Activation

Details of Alarm Response Procedures

Inventory Management & Reconciliation

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Details procedures for accurate tracking and accountability of all medications.

Frequency of Perpetual Inventory Counts (days)

Date of Last Full Inventory Reconciliation

Number of Discrepancies Found in Last Reconciliation

Description of Discrepancy Investigation Process

Method Used for Inventory Reconciliation

Which inventory discrepancies require immediate reporting?

Who is responsible for investigating inventory discrepancies?

Notes Regarding Inventory Management Procedures

Record Keeping & Documentation

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Addresses required documentation, logs, and audit trails for pharmacy storage and security.

Date of Last Security Audit

Summary of Findings from Last Security Audit and Corrective Actions Taken

Number of Controlled Substances Lost or Stolen in the Last Year

Description of any Medication Diversion Incidents & Investigation Outcomes

Method Used for Inventory Reconciliation (e.g., Cycle Count, Physical Inventory)

Copy of Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Controlled Substance Handling

Date of Last Controlled Substance Inventory Reconciliation

Notes/Comments Regarding Record Keeping and Documentation Practices

Signature of Person Responsible for Record Keeping

Emergency Preparedness

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Outlines procedures for handling emergencies such as fire, flood, or theft.

Last Emergency Drill Date

Next Scheduled Emergency Drill Date

Summary of last emergency drill findings and corrective actions taken.

Primary Emergency Contact (Fire Department/Police)

Specify 'Other' contact information (if selected above).

Potential Emergency Scenarios Considered

Briefly describe procedures for securing medications during a power outage.

Copy of Emergency Contact List (including phone numbers and addresses)

Personnel Security & Training

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Covers background checks, access controls, and training for individuals with access to the pharmacy storage area.

Number of Personnel with Access to Pharmacy Storage

Background Checks Conducted (Select all that apply)

Type of Background Check Used

Date of Last Security Training for Personnel

Brief Summary of Security Training Content

Access Control System Type (e.g., Keycard, Biometric)

Training Topics Covered (Select all that apply)

Signature of Person Responsible for Personnel Security

Storage Area Layout and Design

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Addresses physical design elements impacting security, such as shelving, lighting, and visibility.

Is the pharmacy storage area clearly designated and separated from other areas?

Is adequate lighting provided throughout the storage area?

Minimum Illumination Level (in Lux)

Which of the following storage features are present?

Is there clear visibility within the storage area, minimizing blind spots?

Describe any modifications needed to improve layout and visibility.

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