Pharmacy Medication Storage Compliance Checklist
Comprehensive pharmacy medication storage compliance audit covering temperature control, controlled substance security, and proper medication organization.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Daily / Monthly
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Pharmacist/Pharmacy Tech
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: State Board of Pharmacy, Joint Commission MM Standards, DEA Regulations, USP 797/800
Temperature Monitoring
Storage temperature compliance
- Room temperature within range (68-77°F)?
- Refrigerator within range (36-46°F)?
- Freezer within range (-13 to 14°F)?
- Temperature logs current and signed?
- Temperature excursions documented and addressed?
Controlled Substances
DEA compliance
- Controlled substance safe/cabinet locked?
- Perpetual inventory current?
- Daily counts accurate?
- Discrepancies reported per policy?
- DEA 222 forms secured?
Medication Organization
Proper storage practices
- TALL man lettering for LASA drugs?
- Look-alike/sound-alike medications separated?
- Medications in alphabetical order?
- High-alert medications identified?
Expiration Dating
Medication dating compliance
- No expired medications on shelf?
- Short-dated medications identified?
- FIFO (first in, first out) practiced?
- Multi-dose vials dated when opened?
Hazardous Drug Storage
USP 800 compliance
- Hazardous drugs segregated?
- Stored in negative pressure area?
- PPE for handling available?
- Spill kit available?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
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Why Use This Pharmacy Medication Storage Compliance Checklist?
This pharmacy medication storage compliance checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for pharmacist/pharmacy tech professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / monthly.
Ensures compliance with State Board of Pharmacy, Joint Commission MM Standards, DEA Regulations, USP 797/800. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Pharmacy Medication Storage Compliance Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 7 sections: Temperature Monitoring, Controlled Substances, Medication Organization, Expiration Dating, Hazardous Drug Storage, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily / monthly. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Pharmacy Medication Storage Compliance Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Pharmacist/Pharmacy Tech professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.