Open learning

Aim

To enable participants to become accredited pre and in-process accuracy checkers in line with the National Framework.

Learning outcomes

Having completed this courses you should be able to:

• Have working knowledge of the PIPC programme structure and when and how to use the programme documentation.
• State the laws and guidance relating to the aseptic preparation of medicines products
• Describe the legal and ethical implications of pre and in-process checking in technical services.
• Discuss the impact of aseptic preparation/checking errors on patient safety and product quality
• Understand various and different factors that contribute to errors.
• Develop and apply a robust checking method in line with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that will be applicable in the workplace.
• Demonstrate the ability to recognise their own limitations and make appropriate interventions and referrals.
• Describe the legal and professional responsibilities and accountability associated with the PIPC role.
• Demonstrate the communication skills required when undertaking the checking role and when informing others about errors made.
• Demonstrate ability to critically analyse their own performance.
• Undertake pre and/or in-process checks within the specified parameters set locally.