Pharmacy Act, 1974 (Act No. 53 of 1974)Board NoticesRules Relating to Good Pharmacy Practice, 20081.10 Chemicals sold/provided in a Pharmacy |
Principle: A pharmacist must take steps to ensure that all chemicals supplied will be used for a proper purpose and in appropriate circumstances.
| 1.11.1 | Reasonable care should be taken by the pharmacist when supplying chemicals which may be used for the preparation of explosives or fireworks e.g.: chlorates, nitrates, magnesium, potassium permanganate (especially with glycerine/glycerol), sulphur, powdered aluminium, phosphorus and any oxidising or reducing agent, that such chemicals are not used for these purposes. Such chemicals, including solvents, should not be sold to a person under 14 years of age. |
| 1.11.2 | Pharmacists should take reasonable steps to ensure that chemicals bought for use in a child's chemistry set will be used under the supervision of an adult. A pharmacist should take reasonable steps to be satisfied that the purchaser of chemicals, including solvents, for industrial purposes or for a hobby, has sufficient knowledge to handle the chemicals safely and will use the chemicals for a proper purpose. A pharmacist should be aware of the requirements of all relevant legislation relating to occupational health and safety, hazardous substances and the abuse of dependence producing substances. |