Guidelines for the Storage of Essential Medicines and Other Health ...
Guidelines for the Storage of Essential Medicines and Other Health ...
Guidelines for the Storage of Essential Medicines and Other Health ...
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Doors: Plan doors wide enough to allow <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> free <strong>and</strong>easy movement <strong>of</strong> supplies <strong>and</strong> h<strong>and</strong>ling equipment. Largefacilities, such as those at <strong>the</strong> central level,<strong>of</strong>ten use <strong>for</strong>klifts <strong>and</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r h<strong>and</strong>lingequipment. Ensure doors are strong <strong>and</strong>rein<strong>for</strong>ced to provide adequatesecurity. Fit <strong>the</strong>m with two stronglocks, <strong>and</strong> install metal grills <strong>for</strong>extra protection.Lighting: Plan <strong>the</strong> storeroomwith as much natural light(sunlight) in <strong>the</strong> day as possible toavoid <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> ei<strong>the</strong>r f lorescent or inc<strong>and</strong>escent bulblighting. Florescent lighting emits ultraviolet rays, whichhave a negative effect on certain products. Inc<strong>and</strong>escentbulbs emit heat. At <strong>the</strong> same time, take care to ensure thatproducts are not in direct sunlight.Windows: Plan windows that are high <strong>and</strong>wide to allow adequateventilation. They should behigh enough to not beblocked by shelves, have wiremesh to keep out insects,<strong>and</strong> be burglar pro<strong>of</strong>ed.76
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