Standard operating procedures

Question 1

Purpose of SOP

Answer 1

• Procedure for safe working
• When it should be done where it should be doone and where and by whom

Question 2

Benifits of SOP

Answer 2

• Quality and consistency of the service
• help ensure that good practice has been achieved
• Provide an opportunity to fully utilise the experties of members of the pharmacy such as morning after pill consultation
• Delegate and free up activites
• Avoids confusion and gives clarity and guidance
• Training new members of staff

Question 3

Who should write an SOP

Answer 3

• Overseen by responsible pharmacist which will be overseen by responsible pharmacist
• Superintendant pharmacist accountable for implenting and making SOP