Standards for the Operation of Licensed Pharmacies

Question 1

Ensure compliance with laws governing pharmacies, drugs, and professional practice

Answer 1

Standard #1

Question 2

Preserve independence of licensee and staff (you cannot be forced to do something that interferes with your judgement)

Answer 2

Standard #2

Question 3

Staff pharmacy adequately

Answer 3

Standard #3

Question 4

Ensure suitable physical facility and equipment

Answer 4

Standard #4

Question 5

Protect the integrity and safety of drugs, health care products and supplies

Answer 5

Standard #5

Question 6

Implement a quality of assurance program (prevent drug error)

Answer 6

Standard #6

Question 7

Ensure patients have access to compounding services

Answer 7

Standard #7

Question 8

Ensure comprehensive record keeping system

Answer 8

Standard #8

Question 9

If a compounding and repackaging pharmacy, maintain appropriate facilities and policies

Answer 9

Standard #9

Question 10

If main order pharmacy, maintain appropriate policies and records

Answer 10

Standard #10

Question 11

If a satellite pharmacy, maintain appropriate facilities and policies

Answer 11

Standard #11

Question 12

Notify the college when closing a pharmacy

Answer 12

Standard #13

Question 13

Proprietor: support the licensee

Answer 13

Standard #14