Controlled Substances Used In Research

Basic Requirements
All University personnel who conduct research involving controlled substances regulated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) must be licensed by the DEA to do so. Contact Environmental Health and Safety for assistance in obtaining a license. Schedules of controlled substances can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_02/21cfr1308_02.html

Storage Requirements
Controlled substances must be stored in a safe, vault, or other substantially constructed steel cabinet. This cabinet must be kept locked at all times. The room in which the cabinet is located must have limited access during working hours and provide security after hours.

Record Keeping Requirements
A detailed inventory of all controlled substances must be maintained. This inventory must document all receipts and dispersals of controlled substances. A separate sheet is required for each substance. This inventory must be updated at least annually, and whenever material is removed from its original container.

Disposal Requirements
Unwanted or outdated controlled substances should be disposed of through Environmental Health and Safety (EHS). EHS will provide the licensee with documentation of destruction of the material by incineration.

June 19, 2003 CSS