2021 - How to Survive a DEA Inspection Series: For DEA Registered Analytical Labs and Research Facilities

Role of DEA – Familiarize the participant with the authority given to DEA when enforcing federal laws and regulations pertaining to controlled substances.
Civil Actions – Briefly describes the civil actions and fines imposed by the U.S Attorney’s office on a DEA registered research lab for failures to comply with DEA record-keeping and security regulations.
Administrative Actions – Provides an insight into the administrative actions that results from violations of stringent DEA regulations imposed on a research lab facility.
DEA Computation Chart – Understanding how the audit process performed by DEA is important in order for the registrant to know what is expected from employees.
Record-Keeping Requirements – Covers records required by DEA during any unannounced inspection. Records include: inventory, order forms, invoices, dispensing, usage and disposal in testing, thefts and losses, power of attorney, and drug destructions.
Security Requirements – Covers stringent security requirements in order to prevent the diversion of any controlled substance.
Sending Documents to DEA – Learn the methodology and requirements for mailing documents to the local DEA office.