Veterinary Controlled Substance Management Checklist [FREE PDF]

This veterinary controlled substance management checklist ensures veterinary practices comply with DEA 21 CFR Part 1304 record-keeping requirements, state veterinary board controlled substance regulations, and AVMA guidelines. DEA-registered veterinarians use this monthly to verify inventory accuracy, dispensing records, and safe storage compliance.

  • Industry: Veterinary
  • Frequency: Monthly
  • Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
  • Role: DEA Registrant Veterinarian / Practice Manager
  • Total Items: 8
  • Compliance: DEA 21 CFR Part 1304 (records and reports of registrants), DEA 21 CFR Part 1301 (registration of manufacturers, distributors), State veterinary board controlled substance regulations, DEA Diversion Investigators policy guidance

Storage & Security

Verify controlled substance storage and security.

  • All Schedule II-V controlled substances stored in locked, substantially constructed cabinet?
  • Access to controlled substance storage limited to DEA registrant and designated staff?
  • Schedule II substances stored separately from Schedules III-V?

Records & Inventory

Verify record-keeping and biennial inventory.

  • Controlled substance dispensing log current with all transactions?
  • Physical count matches dispensing log for all controlled substances?
  • Biennial inventory conducted and documented within past 2 years?
  • Controlled substance records retained minimum 2 years?
  • Controlled substance compliance notes

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Why Use This Veterinary Controlled Substance Management Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This veterinary controlled substance management checklist [free pdf] helps veterinary teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for dea registrant veterinarian / practice manager professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.

Ensures compliance with DEA 21 CFR Part 1304 (records and reports of registrants), DEA 21 CFR Part 1301 (registration of manufacturers, distributors), State veterinary board controlled substance regulations, DEA Diversion Investigators policy guidance. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Veterinary Controlled Substance Management Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?

This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Storage & Security, Records & Inventory. It is designed for veterinary operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.

Who should use this Veterinary Controlled Substance Management Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This checklist is designed for DEA Registrant Veterinarian / Practice Manager professionals in the veterinary 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.

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