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What is a Pharmacy Liaison                   3.  Link actions to root causes
                              Form?                                            If your investigation identifies
                                                                               contributing factors (e.g.,
                              The PLF is similar to NHS Datix or               similar-looking products stored
                              Significant Event Analysis (SEA)                 together), detail the corrective
                              forms and is sent as part of the                 measures taken, such as
                              GPhC’s triage process.                           reorganizing storage or adding

                              It provides a summary of the                     warning labels.
                              incident, including details about your       4.  Keep a record
                              pharmacy (e.g., registration number,             Retain a copy of the completed
                              superintendent pharmacist name)                  form and supporting
                              and any relevant dates.                          documentation in line with your
                              The GPhC typically sends                         pharmacy’s data retention policy.
                              these forms via email to the                 Need Support?
                              Superintendent Pharmacist or
                              another designated contact.                  We’re here to help!

                              Responses are generally requested            If you’re unsure about completing
                              within one week, so acknowledging            the form or require guidance, our
                              receipt promptly is good practice.           Numark Information Services team
                              If you anticipate delays (e.g., due to       is happy to help. They can provide
                              annual leave), inform the GPhC early  advice and support to ensure your
                              to manage expectations.                      response is both accurate and
                              Top tips for completing a                    comprehensive.
                              GPhC PLF                                     Contact the team

                              Acknowledge the request promptly             information.services@numark-
                              Respond to the email upon receipt,           central.co.uk
                              quoting the unique case reference            Remember, receiving a PLF doesn’t
                              number included in the form.                 have to be overwhelming. With the
                              1.  Gather the necessary details             right approach and support, you
                                  Review the incident summary              can handle it with confidence and
                                  provided.                                professionalism.
                                  If the information is unclear or
                                  incomplete, don’t hesitate to
                                  request additional details from
                                  the GPhC caseworker. They can
                                  contact the person who raised
                                  the concern if needed.

                              2.  Provide a comprehensive
                                  response
                                  Include all relevant details about
                                  the incident, actions taken, and
                                  any changes implemented to
                                  reduce the risk of recurrence.
                                  Be mindful that your response
                                  may be shared (in part) with the
                                  person who reported the concern.






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