The National Health Service (Pharmaceutical and Local Pharmaceutical Services) Regulations 2013

Further activities to be carried out in connection with the disposal of unwanted drugsU.K.

This section has no associated Explanatory Memorandum

15.  In connection with the services provided under paragraph 13, an NHS pharmacist (P) must—

(a)ensure that P (including P's staff) is aware of the risks associated with the handling of waste drugs and the correct procedures to be used to minimise those risks; and

(b)ensure that P (including P's staff) has readily available, and close to any place where waste drugs are stored, appropriate protective equipment, including gloves, overalls and materials to deal with spillages.