Safe Handling and Preparation of Hazardous Drugs

Regulatory Compliance and Best Practices for Hazardous Drug Handling

The Safe Handling and Preparation of Hazardous Drugs course educates pharmacists, pharmacy managers, nurses, nurse managers and physicians on how to handle hazardous drugs safely, while complying with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

" Excellent program
   with excellent
   speakers. "

– Robert S. / Brookhaven, PA.

Led by Subject Matter Experts Including:



Eric S. Kastango
MBA, RPh, FASHP
President, Clinical IQ, LLC



Firouzan 'Fred' Massoomi
Pharm.D., FASHP
Pharmacy Operations Coordinator,
Nebraska Methodist Hospital



Luci Power
MS, RPh
Senior Pharmacy Consultant, Power Enterprises, San Francisco, CA



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COURSE SCHEDULE:


• January 27, 2009
• February 10, 2009
• May 19, 2009
• July 21, 2009
• August 18, 2009
• October 13, 2009

 



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QUESTIONS?
For any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us via telephone at toll-free: 877.395.BAXA (2292)

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

• Describe the scope and objectives of the NIOSH Alert recommendations, OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and ASHP Guidelines on handling hazardous drugs (HDs)
• Contrast the NIOSH Alert for Compounding of Hazardous Medications vs. USP Chapter <797> requirements
• Demonstrate proper garbing for preparation of HDs
• Understand proper compounding technique when working with HDs in Biological Safety Cabinets and Barrier Isolators
• Practice the proper use of CSDTD devices for preparation and administration of HDs
• Determine the key issues to manage a cleanroom contractor successfully
• Learn the use of chemo-specific media fill systems to verify containment aseptic technique during HD preparation
• Describe the use of an HD spill kit and the precautions required when remediating a spill
• Know work practices to avoid transfer of HD contamination during the compounding and administration process
• Determine strategies to decontaminate, clean and disinfect work surfaces
• Understand the elements of RCRA and applicable laws and regulations required of HDs

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PROGRAM GOALS:

Classes are taught in a state-of-the-art facility designed for cleanroom education. Topics covered include engineering controls required when compounding hazardous drugs, proper use of closed-system drug transfer devices (CSDTDs), procedures for handling hazardous drug spills, hazardous waste containment and disposal, and regulatory compliance. Upon completion, attendees will understand the principles of safe handling of hazardous drugs and how to incorporate these procedures into a workflow. Participants will have the opportunity to brainstorm and discuss issues affecting their facilities with experts in hazardous drug handling and active members of the USP Sterile Compounding Expert Committee.

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TARGET AUDIENCE:

Safe Handling and Preparation of Hazardous Drugs is a 10-hour course designed to provide hands-on training to ensure best practice for safe handling and preparation of hazardous drugs. Front-line pharmacists, technicians, nurses and pharmacy and nurse managers that handle hazardous drugs will benefit from this course. Faculty includes subject matter experts in hazardous drug handling, environmental consulting and USP <797> guidelines.

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CONTINUING EDUCATION:

Pharmacists
Educational Review Systems is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) is a provider of continuing pharmaceutical education. This program is approved for 8 hours (0.8 CEUs). ACPE # 761-999-08-002-L04-P

Nursing
Educational Review Systems is an approved provider of continuing education in nursing by ASNA, an accredited provider by the ANCC/Commission on Accreditation. This program has been approved for up to 8 hours. Provider # 5-115-8-019. Educational Review Systems is also approved for nursing continuing education by the state of California and the District of Columbia.

Physicians
Educational Review Systems (ERS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education. MD #08-003. Educational Review Systems designates this educational activity for a maximum of 8 hours AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

Participants must make all airline, shuttle and hotel reservations. Upon registration, an information packet will be emailed that details hotel recommendations and corporate rates. For more information about travel arrangements, contact the STAR Center Coordinator at 877.395.2292 or Send Us An Email.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Registration cancellations must be made in writing to the STAR Center no later than two weeks before the scheduled session. Refund requests are subject to a $100.00 cancellation fee. Registration may be deferred to a later scheduled session. Baxa reserves the right to cancel scheduled classes in the event of a faculty conflict, inclement weather or if there are not enough registered attendees. In the event of a Baxa cancellation, participants will be issued a full refund or the opportunity to reschedule for another class if available.