21 CFR §1301.77
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- (a)All Schedule II-V controlled substances that will be temporarily stored at the freight forwarding facility must be either:
- (1)stored in a segregated area under constant observation by designated responsible individual(s); or
- (2)stored in a secured area that meets the requirements of Section 1301.72(b) of this Part. For purposes of this requirement, a facility that may be locked down (i.e., secured against physical entry in a manner consistent with requirements of Section 1301.72(b)(3)(ii) of this part) and has a monitored alarm system or is subject to continuous monitoring by security personnel will be deemed to meet the requirements of Section 1301.72(b)(3) of this Part.
- (b)Access to controlled substances must be kept to an absolute minimum number of specifically authorized individuals. Non-authorized individuals may not be present in or pass through controlled substances storage areas without adequate observation provided by an individual authorized in writing by the registrant.
- (c)Controlled substances being transferred through a freight forwarding facility must be packed in sealed, unmarked shipping containers.