Change Is In the Air: What You Need to Know About Pharmacy Ventilation Under United States Pharmacopeia <800>
Author(s): Laniewicz Cheryl
Issue: Jul/Aug 2017 - Volume 21, Number 4
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Page(s): 271-274
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Abstract: On July 1, 2018, United States Pharmacopeia <800> takes effect in those states that adopt it, and the discussion within this article may be applicable to those states that develop their own standards. United States Pharmacopeia <800> changes requirements for storage and compounding of hazardous drugs. The new requirements have important implications for air management and ventilation in some pharmacies. This article discusses how United States Pharmacopeia <800> compares to United States Pharmacopeia <797>, how the changes impact room ventilation and pressurization requirements, and how high-performance airflow control systems that ensure compliance and safety are impacted.
Related Keywords: United States Pharmacopeia Chapter <800>, USP, hazardous drugs, ventilation, pressurization, high-performance airflow control systems, pharmacy workers, workplace safety, employee hazards, healthcare settings, primary engineering controls
Related Categories: ENVIRONMENTAL , TECHNOLOGY, UNITED STATES PHARMACOPEIA CONVENTIONS