Title: Maintain record-keeping systems for inventory activities.
Course: Pharmacy Technician II (14152-II) > Section: Maintaining Medication and Inventory Control Systems

Maintenance should include record-keeping systems for

- receipt and dispensing or other distribution of controlled substances
- repackaging
- bulk compounding
- recalls and returns of medications, DME, devices, and supplies
- syringes
- exempt narcotics
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) hazardous drugs and materials.

See ASHP 3.19.

Code of Virginia Statutes Related to Pharmacy Technicians

- Code §54.1-3404 — Inventories of controlled substances required of certain persons; contents and form of record

Virginia Administrative Code Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy

- 18VAC110-20-240 — Manner of maintaining records, prescriptions, inventory records

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the differences and similarities among record-keeping systems for repackaging, bulk compounding, recalls, returns, syringes, and exempt narcotics?
- What are the basic record-keeping requirements for hazardous materials?
- What is NIOSH? What guidance does NIOSH provide regarding hazardous materials?