| Standard not met | Reason | Action being taken by the Pharmacy | By when | Notification By Pharmacy Improvements Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7 | Confidential waste is not always stored and destroyed correctly and NHS smartcards are used inappropriately. |
Confidential waste company in place since 2019 Smartcards for all necessary staff will be actioned. Staff informed of using own smartcards and not to use other staff smartcards. Home deliveries records storage – review and implement appropriate storage and filing system in branch. |
08/05/2024 | 23/05/2024 |
| 1.6 | Controlled drug records are not always appropriately maintained as per the legal requirements. Some registers have incomplete headers and sometimes entries are made before the medicine is supplied to people. |
All registers have been reviewed and headers actioned. |
23/04/2024 | 23/05/2024 |
| 3.3 | The pharmacy is not maintained to the required level of cleanliness and tidiness appropriate for the pharmacy services provided. General waste is not disposed of in a timely manner which could pose a safety risk. |
Actioned immediately after the inspection. General waste collection issues and in discussion to review contractors for refuse waste & confidential waste collections. To arrange meeting and discuss ongoing issues and how to address and improve collection of rubbish. |
23/04/2024 | 23/05/2024 |
Pharmacy inspections
Inspection reports and learning from inspections