Permission to operate.
WHAT IS TYPICALLY REQUIRED
Registration of the premises with the pharmacy regulatory body A registered pharmacist responsible for the premises Annual licence for the premises Registration of the business entity Compliance with premises standards Inspection
WHY THE SUPERINTENDENT ARRANGEMENT MATTERS
Premises must be under the control of a registered pharmacist, and the arrangement must be genuine.
WHAT TO AVOID ABSOLUTELY
Using a pharmacist's registration while they do not actually supervise.
WHY
It is a serious offence, it endangers patients, and it ends both careers.
WHAT PREMISES REQUIREMENTS COMMONLY COVER
Minimum floor area Dispensing area, separated Storage conditions Refrigeration Sanitation and water Security
WHAT TO DO BEFORE LEASING
Establish the requirements and assess the building.
WHAT OTHER REGISTRATIONS APPLY
Company registration Tax registration Local authority permits Employer registration, if you employ
WHAT TO CALENDAR
Premises licence renewal The superintendent's own registration renewal
WHY BOTH
Either lapsing stops lawful operation.
WHAT INSPECTIONS EXAMINE
Registration and supervision Premises and storage Products stocked, and their registration Records Handling of controlled substances Expired stock
WHAT TO KEEP
Every licence, inspection report and any conditions imposed.
WHAT TO VERIFY
Current requirements, directly with the regulator.
