CVS Hazardous Waste Training

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Questions and Answers

When should the weekly StrongPak Scan be completed?

By Thursday of each week.

Which of the following items must be contained in two hazardous waste bags before being placed in the hazardous waste tote? (Select all that apply)

  • Non-hazardous waste
  • Loose pills
  • Expired amber vials
  • Leaking Amoxicillin (correct)

Is Minute Clinic waste an example of non-inventory waste?

True (A)

Which of the following must be placed in a hazardous waste bag before putting in the hazardous waste tote? (Select all that apply)

<p>Loose pills (B), Materials used to clean contaminated compounding equipment/utensils (C), Expired amber vials (D)</p>
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What is the process for containing leaking pharmaceuticals?

<p>De-identify PHI, put it in a hazardous waste bag, add absorbent, double bag, label it, and create a key rec for the Pharmacy hazardous waste tote.</p>
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Hazardous waste totes labeled 'Pharmacy' must stay in the Pharmacy.

<p>True (A)</p>
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Which Pharmacy tote(s) should the hazardous waste technician pick up?

<p>Partially full and full hazardous waste totes.</p>
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Sorting by the hazardous waste technician must be completed under the supervision of the Pharmacist until all controlled substances have been reconciled.

<p>True (A)</p>
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What should you do on the day of hazardous waste pick up?

<p>Audit the hazardous waste tote to ensure it contains bagged, reconciled key recs for each week with the two required signatures.</p>
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How should you assemble a new hazardous-waste till after it has been emptied by the hazardous waste technician?

<p>All of the Above.</p>
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Which documentation must be reviewed and signed by the pharmacist for pickups involving controlled substances?

<p>Product Transfer Schedule.</p>
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Is the statement 'All of the above' true?

<p>True (A)</p>
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Flashcards

StrongPak Scan Timing

Complete by Thursday each week.

Items needing double bagging

Loose pills and leaking Amoxicillin.

Minute Clinic Waste Type

True. Minute Clinic waste is an example of non-inventory waste.

Leaking Pharmaceuticals Process

De-identify PHI, bag it, add absorbent, double bag, label it, and create a key rec.

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Pharmacy Waste Tote Location

True. Pharmacy hazardous waste totes must stay in the Pharmacy.

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Hazardous Waste Pickup Criteria

Partially full and full hazardous waste totes.

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Hazardous Waste Sorting Supervision

Pharmacist supervision is required until all controlled substances have been reconciled.

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Hazardous Waste Pick Up Prep

Audit the tote to ensure it contains bagged, reconciled key recs for each week with the two required signatures.

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Controlled Substances Documentation

The pharmacist must review and sign the Product Transfer Schedule.

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Study Notes

Hazardous Waste Handling Procedures

  • StrongPak Scan should be completed weekly by Thursday, ensuring timely management of hazardous waste.
  • Leaking pharmaceuticals, such as Amoxicillin, must be double-bagged with absorbent materials to prevent spills before placement in hazardous waste totes.

Waste Classification

  • Minute Clinic waste is classified as non-inventory waste and managed accordingly.
  • Items requiring hazardous waste bags include expired amber vials, loose pills, and cleaning materials from contaminated equipment.

Containment of Leaking Pharmaceuticals

  • Proper handling includes de-identifying any protected health information (PHI), placing the waste in a hazardous bag with absorbent, double-bagging, labeling, and processing into the pharmacy hazardous waste tote.

Storage and Transport Regulations

  • Hazardous waste totes marked "Pharmacy" must be stored exclusively within the Pharmacy area.
  • Hazardous waste technicians are responsible for collecting both partially full and full hazardous waste totes.

Oversight and Documentation

  • Sorting of hazardous waste by technicians should occur under pharmacist supervision until all controlled substances are reconciled.
  • Prior to hazardous waste pick-up, an audit of the tote is necessary to verify that all contents are bagged, reconciled, and accompanied by the required signatures.

New Waste Container Assembly

  • After a hazardous waste technician empties a container, complete assembly of a new waste tote requires adherence to established protocols and documentation.

Controlled Substances Documentation

  • For pickups involving controlled substances, the Product Transfer Schedule must be reviewed and signed by the pharmacist, ensuring proper tracking and compliance.

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