Pharmacy type
Community
Pharmacy context
COVID-19
Relevant standards
- 3.1 - Premises are safe, clean, properly maintained and suitable for the pharmacy services provided
Why this is notable practice
In a small dispensary the pharmacy team had taken steps to make sure that during the working day the team kept as far apart from each other as possible to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
How the pharmacy did this
The pharmacy had marked out individual work stations for each member of the team in the dispensary. These were square boxes marked with tape on the floor. The boxes acted as a simple reminder to the team about the need to keep to their own work station to support social distancing and a COVID secure workplace. The team found the physical reminder was extremely helpful on busier days as it reminded them where to stand and to stay as far apart from each other as possible. Due to limited workspace in the dispensary, the work stations were not two metres apart. The team were therefore wearing appropriate personal protective equipment in accordance with Public Health England guidance.
What difference this made to patients
The pharmacy is assessing the risks associated with its workspace as part of its strategy for reducing risks associated with the transmission of the virus between pharmacy team members. This means the pharmacy is more likely to continue providing pharmacy services safely and effectively, with a full team.
Highlighted standards
We have identified the standards most likely and least likely to be met in inspections, and highlighted examples of notable practice for each of these standards; to help everyone learn from others and to support continuous improvement: