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Practice Exemptions During Declared Emergency

The Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) is committed to protecting the health and safety of Utahns during the COVID-19 outbreak.  The following information, developed in collaboration with DOPL’s licensing boards, applies for the duration of the declared emergency.

Healthcare professionals who do not hold a current Utah license may work in Utah within their scope of practice under the following temporary emergency exemptions and other existing exemptions.  See Utah Code §§ 58-1-307 and 58-81-101 et. seq.

Select from the submenu for the specific exemptions.

Physicians

• For the duration of the COVID-19 public health emergency, a physician licensed in good standing may provide general supervision to a medical assistant when the medical assistant is administering influenza vaccinations.  The medical assistant must be adequately trained, and the physician must ensure a written protocol is in place that the medical assistant shall follow to screen vaccine candidates and to deal with any adverse events after immunization.  View the full Order here
• A physician formerly licensed in Utah or in another U.S. state or territory, whose license was unrestricted and in good standing, may apply for a volunteer health care practitioner license to work exclusively as a volunteer at a qualified location (clinic, hospital, church, etc.).  This practitioner would work under a delegation of service agreement with an actively licensed supervising professional.  All DOPL fees are waived for these applicants.

  Apply for a Volunteer Health Care Practitioner license at: https://dopl.utah.gov/md/.

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Please Note:

The above provisions currently exist in statute or through interstate compacts.  In the coming days, DOPL may announce other temporary measures to better address any increasing demands on Utah’s healthcare system.  In the meantime, we continue to encourage online applications for licensure through our website at http://dopl.utah.gov/licenses.html.  All professionals should be aware of reimbursement and liability concerns beyond the date of license expiration.

Nurses

• A nurse who is part of the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) may work in Utah without the need to obtain a license, per the eNLC rules.  (If the eNLC nurse decides to designate Utah as the nurse’s primary state of residence, the nurse must notify DOPL and their previous home state and obtain a Utah license.)
• Per Utah Code Subsection 58-1-307(4)(b)(ii) for the duration of the declared emergency, an LPN who is licensed in good standing may dispense as a "practitioner" in accordance with Utah Code Section 58-17b-309.7 and Utah Admin. Code R156-17b-309.7.
• A nurse formerly licensed in Utah or in another U.S. state or territory, whose license was unrestricted and in good standing, may apply for a volunteer health care practitioner license to work exclusively as a volunteer at a qualified location (clinic, hospital, church, etc.).  The nurse would work under a delegation of service agreement with an actively licensed supervising professional.  All DOPL fees are waived for these applicants.

  Apply for a Volunteer Health Care Practitioner license at: https://dopl.utah.gov/nurse/.

Manual Forms

• Temporary Registered Nurse Apprentice Application
• Certification of Academic Status of Nurse Education
• Temporary Graduate Nurse LPN/RN Application

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Please Note:

The above provisions currently exist in statute or through interstate compacts.  In the coming days, DOPL may announce other temporary measures to better address any increasing demands on Utah’s healthcare system.  In the meantime, we continue to encourage online applications for licensure through our website at http://dopl.utah.gov/licenses.html.  All professionals should be aware of reimbursement and liability concerns beyond the date of license expiration.

Mental Health

The Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL) and the Utah mental health professional licensing boards are committed to protecting the health and safety of Utahns during the COVID-19 outbreak. The following information applies for the duration of the declared emergency.

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License Exemptions

Mental health professionals who do not hold a current Utah license may work in Utah within their scope of practice under the following temporary emergency exemptions and other existing exemptions. See Utah Code §§ 58-1-307 and 58-81-101 et. seq. Exemptions from licensure specific to mental health professions can also be found in Utah Code § 58-60-107

Formerly Licensed Healthcare Professionals

1. If a mental health professional’s former Utah license to practice expired or lapsed while in good standing, the professional may obtain expedited licensure in their profession by submitting a regular application for renewal or reinstatement of licensure.

   To apply, visit the specific profession page on DOPL’s website at https://dopl.utah.gov/licenses.html.

2. Mental health professionals who were formerly licensed in Utah or in another U.S. state or territory, whose license was unrestricted and in good standing, may apply for a volunteer health care practitioner license to work exclusively as a volunteer at a qualified location (clinic, hospital, church, etc.). These professionals would work under a delegation of service agreement with an actively licensed supervising professional.

   All DOPL fees are waived for these applicants.To apply, visit the specific profession page on DOPL's website at: https://dopl.utah.gov/licenses.html

Military Members/Spouses & Federal Agency Employees

1. A mental health professional serving in the U.S. armed forces, the U.S. Public Health Service, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, or other federal agency may practice in Utah as a part of employment with that federal agency if the individual holds a valid license to practice issued by any other state or jurisdiction recognized by the division.

   No DOPL application or registration is required.

2. A military spouse who has been relocated to Utah by military orders and has an active license in good standing from another state, may practice in Utah within the scope of their license.

   No DOPL application or registration is required.

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Notice of Enforcement Discretion for Telehealth Remote Communications

To reduce opportunities for the transmission of COVID-19, DOPL in collaboration with the Utah mental health professional licensing boards issues the following guidance to permit Utah licensed mental health professionals to engage in telehealth remote communications with Utah patients during the COVID-19 public health emergency:

Utah telehealth requirements are in Utah Admin. Code §§ R156-1-601 and R156-1-602:https://rules.utah.gov/publicat/code/r156/r156-01.htm#T39. However, during the COVID-19 public health emergency, providers may adhere to the requirements and recommendations set forth by the U.S Department of Health and Human Services:

https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/special-topics/emergency-preparedness/notification-enforcement-discretion-telehealth/index.html

Note: This guidance is not intended to alter the applicable standard of practice for any mental health profession. All providers shall be held to the same standards of practice, including maintaining patient confidentiality and recordkeeping, that would apply to the provision of the same services in an in-person setting.

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Remote Supervision

In order to reduce opportunities for the transmission of COVID-19, supervision may be conducted via real time electronic means. When providing services remotely, licensees must protect the security of electronic, confidential data and information.

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Continuing Education

Please refer to Director Steinagel’s letter regarding continuing education. https://dopl.utah.gov/docs/COVID-19_CE_signed.pdf

Physical Therapists

Physical Therapist Administration of Respiratory Therapy Treatments during Declared Emergency

Approved July 27, 2020

For the duration of the COVID-19 state of emergency declared by Governor Herbert, a Utah licensed physical therapist may administer certain respiratory therapy treatments, including the non-invasive delivery of medication to non-critical patients.  This exemption includes permitting a physical therapist to administer aerosols in an institutional setting, even if a respiratory therapist is available in, or within a 10-mile radius of, the institution.  See Utah Code §58-24b-403(2).  The physical therapist must be adequately trained, and must work under the general supervision of an actively licensed respiratory care practitioner (respiratory therapist).  This temporary emergency expansion does not alter the applicable standard of practice for any profession.
View the full Order

Respiratory Therapists

Temporary Respiratory Therapy Apprentice Application Forms

• Temporary Respiratory Care Apprentice Application
• Certification of Academic Status of Respiratory Care Education

Physical Therapist Administration of Respiratory Therapy Treatments during Declared Emergency

Approved July 27, 2020

For the duration of the COVID-19 state of emergency declared by Governor Herbert, a Utah licensed physical therapist may administer certain respiratory therapy treatments, including the non-invasive delivery of medication to non-critical patients.  This exemption includes permitting a physical therapist to administer aerosols in an institutional setting, even if a respiratory therapist is available in, or within a 10-mile radius of, the institution.  See Utah Code §58-24b-403(2).  The physical therapist must be adequately trained, and must work under the general supervision of an actively licensed respiratory care practitioner (respiratory therapist).  This temporary emergency expansion does not alter the applicable standard of practice for any profession.
View the full Order

Veterinarians

On March 24, the Utah Department of Health issued a State Public Health Order that requires that all licensed health-care professionals and facilities, including veterinarians and veterinary clinics, postpone all elective surgeries and procedures, effective March 25 through April 25, 2020.  The State Veterinarian’s office, in consultation with the Utah Veterinary Medical Association, has provided guidance for veterinarians and veterinary clinics in complying with this order, while still protecting animal and public health.

Non-elective procedures are those that treat or prevent anything that imminently affects the health or life of the animal or poses an imminent threat to agriculture or the food supply.  The Department of Health order asks that all elective procedures that use any type of non-reusable PPE, such as masks, gowns, gloves, and caps, be rescheduled to free up these supplies for health care workers treating COVID-19 patients.

The Department of Health has not asked veterinarians to stop all procedures, just the elective ones that use these supplies.  I would like the public to know that veterinarians will still be able to provide for their animals’ critical needs, and I ask your patience as elective procedures are rescheduled.  In addition, any veterinary procedures should only be done while adhering to other requests by Governor Herbert and state and local health departments for social distancing and biosecurity.

In addition, my office is advocating for veterinary clinics and the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory to be considered essential businesses in the event that non-essential businesses are asked to close.  The services provided by veterinarians and diagnostic laboratories are crucial in protecting not only animal health, but public health and the food supply.

As the effects of this pandemic on our healthcare system evolve, there may be more changes or restrictions to come.  Thank you for your patience and understanding as veterinarians continue to do their part to contribute to the battle against COVID-19.

Sincerely,

Dean J Taylor, DVM
Utah State Veterinarian

Military Members/Spouses & Federal Agency Employees

• An individual serving in the U.S. armed forces, the U.S. Public Health Service, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, or other federal agency may practice in Utah as a part of employment with that federal agency if the individual holds a valid license to practice issued by any other state or jurisdiction recognized by the division.

  No DOPL application or registration is required.

• A military spouse who has been relocated to Utah by military orders and has an active license in good standing from another state, may practice in Utah within the scope of their license.

  No DOPL application or registration is required.

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Please Note:

The above provisions currently exist in statute or through interstate compacts.  In the coming days, DOPL may announce other temporary measures to better address any increasing demands on Utah’s healthcare system.  In the meantime, we continue to encourage online applications for licensure through our website at http://dopl.utah.gov/licenses.html.  All professionals should be aware of reimbursement and liability concerns beyond the date of license expiration.

Formerly Licensed Healthcare Professionals

• If a healthcare professional’s former Utah license to practice expired or lapsed while in good standing, the professional may obtain expedited licensure in their profession by submitting a regular application for renewal or reinstatement of licensure.

  To apply, visit the specific profession page on DOPL’s website at https://dopl.utah.gov/licenses.html.

• Many other healthcare professionals who were formerly licensed in Utah or in another U.S. state or territory, whose license was unrestricted and in good standing, may apply for a volunteer health care practitioner license to work exclusively as a volunteer at a qualified location (clinic, hospital, church, etc.).  These professionals would work under a delegation of service agreement with an actively licensed supervising professional.

  All DOPL fees are waived for these applicants.  To apply, visit the specific profession page on DOPL's website at: https://dopl.utah.gov/licenses.html

  • podiatrist
  • physical therapist
  • recreational therapist
  • occupational therapist
  • nurse midwife
  • mental health professional (social worker, marriage and family therapist, clinical mental health counselor, substance use disorder counselor)
  • psychologist
  • dentist or dental hygienist
  • physician assistant
  • pharmacist; or
  • optometrist

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Please Note:

The above provisions currently exist in statute or through interstate compacts.  In the coming days, DOPL may announce other temporary measures to better address any increasing demands on Utah’s healthcare system.  In the meantime, we continue to encourage online applications for licensure through our website at http://dopl.utah.gov/licenses.html.  All professionals should be aware of reimbursement and liability concerns beyond the date of license expiration.

Other Exemptions/Volunteers

As of March 17, 2020, DOPL has not issued any order modifying or restricting the health services that may be provided by health practitioners registered under the Department of Health’s Uniform Emergency Volunteer Health Practitioners Act.  Under that Act, a health practitioner registered with a compliant registration system may practice in Utah to the extent authorized by the Act as if the practitioner were licensed in Utah.  For more information, visit the Department of Health.

As of March 17, 2020, DOPL has not been notified of any individuals activated as members of a volunteer medical reserve corps by a local health authority per Utah Code § 26A-1-126.  DOPL has not issued any exemptions or modifications for licensure of such individuals.

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Please Note:

The above provisions currently exist in statute or through interstate compacts.  In the coming days, DOPL may announce other temporary measures to better address any increasing demands on Utah’s healthcare system.  In the meantime, we continue to encourage online applications for licensure through our website at http://dopl.utah.gov/licenses.html.  All professionals should be aware of reimbursement and liability concerns beyond the date of license expiration.

Pharmacy Notices

The Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing in collaboration with the Utah Board of Pharmacy is committed to protecting the health and safety of Utahns during the COVID-19 outbreak.  The following information is for the duration of the declared emergency.

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Hydroxychloroquine Guidance

Approved September 29, 2020.

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Standing Order for Pharmacists to Administer COVID-19 Tests

Approved June 30, 2020. Revised July 21, 2020.

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Pharmacist to Pharmacy Technician Trainee Ratio

Approved December 16, 2020.

Two pharmacy technician trainees may work under the direct supervision, at the discretion of the pharmacist-provided a licensed pharmacy technician or intern is also working during the same shift as the two pharmacy technician trainees, during the COVID-19 pandemic only.

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Exception to Regulations Emergency Oral CII Prescription

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has provided guidance regarding the issuance of oral schedule II prescriptions.  These exceptions shall remain in place for the duration of the Public Health Emergency (unless modified or withdrawn by DEA).

• Guidance https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/GDP/(DEA-DC-021)(DEA073)%20Oral%20CII%20for%20regular%20CII%20scirpt%20(Final)%20+Esign%20a.pdf
• Flowchart https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/GDP/(DEA-DC-023)(DEA075)Decision_Tree_(Final)_33120_2007.pdf

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Controlled Substance Inventory

Approved April 30, 2020

A pharmacy may conduct a controlled substance inventory 120 days before or after their regularly scheduled inventory date in 2020 or 120 days after the end of the declared emergency.

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Pharmacy Intern Supervision during the Declared Emergency

Approved April 30, 2020

Pharmacy Interns may practice under General Supervision.  General Supervision is defined in Utah Admin Code R156-1-102a-Global Levels of Supervision   https://rules.utah.gov/publicat/code/r156/r156-01.htm#T3

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Authorizing Emergency Compounding of Certain Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer Products

Approved on 3/16/2020

To reduce opportunities for the transmission of COVID-19 and mitigate possible shortages, the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing and the Utah Board of Pharmacy issues the following guidance to permit the compounding and sale of certain alcohol-based hand sanitizer products by Utah-licensed pharmacies.  Compounders must adhere to the requirements and recommendations set forth in the FDA’s Policy for Temporary Compounding of Certain Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer Products During the Public Health Emergency. https://www.fda.gov/media/136118/download  This guidance is in effect until rescinded by the United States Food and Drug Administration.

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Assignment of Beyond-Use-Dates (BUD) for USP <797> Products

Approved April 30, 2020

Due to increased shortages and potential wastage of compounded medications the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing and the Utah Board of Pharmacy issues the following guidance.  The following BUDs may be assigned if compounding does not otherwise deviate from the currently official version of USP General Chapter <797> (last revised in 2008).

1. For low- and medium-risk level CSPs prepared in a cleanroom suite, apply BUDs conservatively, not to exceed:
   • 4 days at controlled room temperature
   • 10 days in a refrigerator for medium-risk level CSPs
   • 14 days in refrigerator for low-risk level CSPs
   • 45 days in a solid frozen state at −25° to −10° or colder
2. If a single-dose container is entered or punctured only in ISO Class 5 or cleaner air, it may be used up to:
   • 12 hours after initial entry or puncture, as long as the storage requirements during that 12-hour period are maintained.
   • Opened single-dose ampules must not be stored for any time period.

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BLS/CPR Certification for Pharmacist

Approved 4/30/2020

DOPL is waiving BLS/CPR certification requirements for pharmacists whose BLS/CPR certifications expire between now and December 31, 2020.  This waiver is permissive.  Those who wish to obtain or renew their BLS/CPR certifications are free to do so, though DOPL encourages licensees to adhere to social distancing recommendations found at coronavirus.utah.gov or cdc.gov/coronavirus.

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Face to Face Counseling during the declared emergency

Approved 4/30/2020

The risk of COVID-19 exposure to pharmacists and patients warrants alternative measures be taken to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19, and to ensure that pharmacists remain healthy and available to serve patients.  Pharmacists may supplement traditional face-to-face consultation and interact with patients through technological means, e.g., text chat, video chat, telephone.  Patients should be provided supplemental materials with the prescription on the methods available for them to speak with the pharmacist.

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Reuse of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Compounding Activities

Approved on 3/16/2020

To mitigate reported shortages, the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing and the Utah Board of Pharmacy issues the following guidance to permit licensees conducting sterile compounding to reuse certain personal protective equipment (PPE).  To reuse sterile compounding garb, a licensed compounding facility shall comply with all the following:

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the appropriate reuse of PPE that will not compromise the microbial state of control in the compounding rooms.
• Train compounding staff on the policies and procedures developed for reusing PPE.
• For the reuse of masks:
  • The identification of personnel is clearly stated on the mask (i.e. initialed).
  • Masks are removed on the dirty side of the ante-room or outside of the perimeter line of the segregated control area (SCA) without touching the inside of the mask.
  • Each mask for reuse is placed in its own small bag.
  • All masks in bags must be placed in a container located near where masks would normally be donned.
  • Compounding personnel must inspect the mask each time it is reused to ensure the mask provides adequate control (i.e. condition of the mask, whether it is visibly soiled, handling technique, etc.) in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures.
• For the reuse of gowns:
  • Please refer to recommendations from USP Compounding Resource for COVID-19.
  • Compounding personnel must inspect the gown each time it is reused to ensure the gown provides adequate control (i.e. condition of the gown, whether it is visibly soiled, handling technique, etc.) in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures.

IMPORTANT: The following sterile compounding garb cannot be reused:

• Shoe covers and sterile gloves

If items are unavailable, the facility should develop a risk based approach.

USP Compounding Resource for COVID-19

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General Reminders for Pharmacy Personnel to Mitigate Risk of Exposure

Revised 7/30/2020

Utah Pharmacies should follow the CDC published guidance for pharmacies during the COVID-19 response.  These guidelines can be found at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/pharmacies.html.

1. Please ensure your staff use appropriate social distancing and avoid close contact to reduce spread.  Also remind staff to be cautious about touching medications.  Disinfect counting trays and spatulas routinely.  Consider implementing policies similar to food service workers where staff are required to set a timer and wash their hands at regular intervals (30 minutes to 1 hour).
2. Establish a process for reducing or eliminating the amount of time older adults, pregnant women, and people with chronic health conditions wait in line to pick up medications.
3. Implement infection control procedures, especially for waiting areas:
   1. Staff should maintain a distance of 3 feet from asymptomatic patients or other staff members and at least 6 feet from those actively coughing.
   2. Regularly clean counters, waiting areas, and other spaces where public interaction occurs with disinfectant.  It is recommended to clean at least every hour or after every 10 patients, whichever is more frequent.
   3. Place alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% isopropyl alcohol or ethyl alcohol next to the cash register or check out area so people can sanitize their hands after using common items like pens.
   4. Wash hands with soap and water frequently and for at least 20 seconds.  Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth.
   5. Cover cough and sneeze with tissue and discard.
4. Monitor all staff for sickness regularly. Staff should stay home if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection.
5. Pharmacies should consider using alternative delivery options (mail or delivery) for patients to help maintain social distancing recommendations.
6. Pharmacy staff may use alternative methods to document patient counseling to avoid close contact and reduce spread according to a local policy and procedure.
7. A pharmacy may mail stable medication to patients.
8. Pharmacies are encouraged to implement universal use of face coverings for employees.  Pharmacy licensees (Pharmacists, Interns, Technicians, Technicians-in-Training), clerks and other store employees should wear face coverings for source control.
9. The public entering a pharmacy should wear a face covering regardless of symptoms.  The CDC recommends any person entering a public setting where social distancing measures are difficult to maintain wear a face covering.
10. Pharmacy licensees administering and patients receiving clinical services in a pharmacy (i.e. immunizations, point-of-care testing, etc.) should wear a face covering due to the close proximity required to perform these services.

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EMERGENCY REFILLS: 30 day supply.  Please refer to Utah Code 58-17b-608

local_pharmacy Pharmacy Notices

The Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing in collaboration with the Utah Board of Pharmacy is committed to protecting the health and safety of Utahns during the COVID-19 outbreak.  The following information is for the duration of the declared emergency.

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COVID-19 Emergency Licenses

Your license must be current and in good standing in your home state in order to obtain an emergency license.

Please go to the following link to apply for an emergency license. https://dopl.utah.gov/pharm/

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Authorizing Emergency Compounding of Certain Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer Products

Approved on 3/16/2020

To reduce opportunities for the transmission of COVID-19 and mitigate possible shortages, the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing and the Utah Board of Pharmacy issues the following guidance to permit the compounding and sale of certain alcohol-based hand sanitizer products by Utah-licensed pharmacies.  Compounders must adhere to the requirements and recommendations set forth in the FDA’s Policy for Temporary Compounding of Certain Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer Products During the Public Health Emergency. https://www.fda.gov/media/136118/download  This guidance is in effect until rescinded by the United States Food and Drug Administration.

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Reuse of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Compounding Activities

Approved on 3/16/2020

To mitigate reported shortages, the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing and the Utah Board of Pharmacy issues the following guidance to permit licensees conducting sterile compounding to reuse certain personal protective equipment (PPE).  To reuse sterile compounding garb, a licensed compounding facility shall comply with all the following:

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the appropriate reuse of PPE that will not compromise the microbial state of control in the compounding rooms.
• Train compounding staff on the policies and procedures developed for reusing PPE.
• For the reuse of masks:
  • The identification of personnel is clearly stated on the mask (i.e. initialed).
  • Masks are removed on the dirty side of the ante-room or outside of the perimeter line of the segregated control area (SCA) without touching the inside of the mask.
  • Each mask for reuse is placed in its own small paper bag with the personnel’s initials on the outside of the bag.  A new bag must be used each time the mask is removed for reuse.
  • All masks in bags must be placed in a container located where masks would normally be donned.
  • Compounding personnel must inspect the mask each time it is reused to ensure the mask provides adequate control (i.e. condition of the mask, whether it is visibly soiled, handling technique, etc.) in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures.
• For the reuse of gowns:
  • Gowns may only be reused over the course of a single day.
  • Compounding personnel must inspect the gown each time it is reused to ensure the gown provides adequate control (i.e. condition of the gown, whether it is visibly soiled, handling technique, etc.) in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures.

IMPORTANT: The following sterile compounding garb cannot be reused:

• Shoe covers and sterile gloves

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General Reminders for Pharmacy Personnel to Mitigate Risk of Exposure

1. Please ensure your staff use appropriate social distancing and avoid close contact to reduce spread.  Also remind staff to be cautious about touching medications.  Disinfect counting trays and spatulas routinely.  Consider implementing policies similar to food service workers where staff are required to set a timer and wash their hands at regular intervals (30 minutes to 1 hour).
2. Establish a process for reducing or eliminating the amount of time older adults, pregnant women, and people with chronic health conditions wait in line to pick up medications.
3. Implement infection control procedures, especially for waiting areas:
   1. Staff should maintain a distance of 3 feet from asymptomatic patients or other staff members and at least 6 feet from those actively coughing.
   2. Regularly clean counters, waiting areas, and other spaces where public interaction occurs with disinfectant.  It is recommended to clean at least every hour or after every 10 patients, whichever is more frequent.
   3. Place alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% isopropyl alcohol or ethyl alcohol next to the cash register or check out area so people can sanitize their hands after using common items like pens.
   4. Wash hands with soap and water frequently and for at least 20 seconds.  Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth.
   5. Cover cough and sneeze with tissue and discard.
4. Monitor all staff for sickness regularly. Staff should stay home if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection.
5. Pharmacies should consider using alternative delivery options (mail or delivery) for patients to help maintain social distancing recommendations.
6. Encourage people to buy cold medicine and refill prescriptions now, if possible, so they do not have to go out if they develop COVID-19.

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COVID-19 Guidance for Refills

Pharmacists may provide patients with a 3-day emergency supply of medications according to Utah Code 58-17b-608 Emergency refills.

1. In the interest of the patient's health, a pharmacist or pharmacy intern may, in an emergency, refill a prescription for a patient, but only if the prescribing practitioner is not available promptly to authorize the refill and only if in the professional judgment of the pharmacist or pharmacy intern the prescription should be refilled.
2. Only sufficient medication as necessary in the emergency may be furnished by the pharmacist or pharmacy intern, not to exceed a three-day supply.
3. The practitioner shall be contacted as soon as possible for further instructions concerning the emergency.

Pharmacist may dispense a one-time early dispensing of a Schedule II prescription, using professional judgement, and shall document the reason for early dispensing.

Electrical and Plumbing Licensure Notice

Practical Exams & COVID-19

UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Due to the difficulty associated with administering the requisite practical exam, DOPL is requiring the following as satisfaction of the exam at this time:

1. You must sign up for the practical exam for a future date. You will not actually take the exam at this time.
2. You must pay the exam provider in advance of sitting for the exam.
3. The exam provider will give you a receipt of payment or other documentation that you signed up for the exam.
4. You will submit a copy of the receipt or other documentation along with your application to DOPL as temporary satisfaction of the exam requirement.
5. If you meet all of the other requirements for licensure pursuant to Utah Code Ann. 58-1-303(1)(a), you will be issued the respective license.
6. After the COVID-19 emergency has subsided, you will have 120 days to take the practical exam and provide the certificate of successful completion to DOPL.
7. DOPL may take disciplinary action on the applicant, including revocation of license, if the exam is not completed as outlined above.

BE ADVISED THAT THIS PROCESS IS TEMPORARY AND WILL BE DISCONTINUED AFTER THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY HAS ENDED.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS YOU MAY REACH US AT: B5@utah.gov.