Ohio Admin. Code 4729:6-3-09 - Satellite distribution sites during a public health emergency

(A) Upon the governor's declaration of an emergency that affects the public health, the director of health may establish satellite distribution sites under an existing wholesale distributor of dangerous drugs license held by the department. The satellite distribution sites entitle each location to distribute dangerous drugs in accordance with section 4729.52 of the Revised Code.

(B) The director of health shall notify the board in writing prior to establishing a satellite distribution site in accordance with paragraph (A) of this rule.

(C) A satellite distribution site established by the director of health shall comply with all security and recordkeeping requirements for the distribution of dangerous drugs in accordance with this division of the Administrative Code.

(D) All satellite distribution sites established in accordance with this rule shall cease to operate upon the cessation of the public health emergency but may be extended at the request of the director of health.

(E) The board's executive director, upon consultation with the board president, may grant variances or extensions to the requirements set forth in this rule if it is determined that such a variance is in the public interest.

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Ohio Admin. Code 4729:6-3-09

Effective: 10/6/2023
Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 10/06/2028
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 4729.26, 3719.28
Rule Amplifies: 4729.01, 4729.54, 4729.56