Standards | Some specific requirements |
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Premises/structure | Must be geographically and structurally permanent Premises must be fit for purpose intended/well designed (ceiling intact, shelves, floor, counter, walls & painting, hygiene, layout etc.); adequately illuminated and ventilated, storage facilities provided, appropriate customer and dispensing areas etc Premises must meet minimum requirements for floor space and ceiling height |
Equipment and materials | Availability of a reference material Availability of ancillary devices (weighing scales, thermometers etc.) where applicable |
Personnel | Must not be a minor (must be ≥ 18 years of age) Must be educated (at least SHS level for OTCMS, dispensing/counter assistants) Must undergo periodic training and re-training |
Practice-related | Annual renewal of premises and operating licenses Ensure good records keeping Premises and business operating license must be displayed Ensure good dispensing and storage practices are adhered to Must have a well-written signboard Premises shall only be employed for the purpose intended or for which operating license was issued (range of services, range of products/commodities in stock, class of drug products in stock) Only drugs of the approved class shall be stocked and sold where applicable |