Guidance / information sources Ensure staff have a current BNF or know how to access Ensure up to date information is being online versions. used. CQC are highlighting where they Ensure current versions of guidance are available e.g. see old versions of BNFs in use antibiotics prescribing guidance FP10 prescription pads FP10s are controlled stationery. Ensure secure storage and traceability of CQC are looking for evidence of correct controls to use minimise the risk of inappropriate use Correct procedures for disposal of Please ensure that you have the correct waste bins in use unwanted medicines (see Medicines Policy Part 1 for list of drugs that require special handling because they are classified as cytotoxic or Checking right procedures are followed cytostatic. You may need purple top bins). Any concerns or questions please talk to Rita O’Brien out Chief Pharmacist William Farr house 01743 277500 ext 2241
Guidance / information sources Ensure up to date information is being used. CQC are highlighting where they see old versions of BNFs in use Ensure staff have a current BNF or know how to access online versions. Ensure current versions of guidance are available e.g. antibiotics prescribing guidance FP10 prescription pads Ensure secure storage and traceability of use FP10s are controlled stationery. CQC are looking for evidence of correct controls to minimise the risk of inappropriate use Correct procedures for disposal of unwanted medicines Checking right procedures are followed Please ensure that you have the correct waste bins in use (see Medicines Policy Part 1 for list of drugs that require special handling because they are classified as cytotoxic or cytostatic. You may need purple top bins). Any concerns or questions please talk to Rita O’Brien out Chief Pharmacist William Farr house 01743 277500 ext 2241