Pharmacy Refrigerator Temperature Log

Daily pharmacy refrigerator/freezer temperature log per USP 1079 + state board of pharmacy. Captures continuous monitoring data plus daily check.

Inspection Details

• Inspection date and time recorded
• Inspector name and role documented
• Refrigerator or freezer unit identified

Daily Manual Temperature Check

• Current refrigerator temperature within acceptable range
  Record the current refrigerator temperature. Typical acceptable range is 36°F to 46°F for refrigerated pharmacy storage unless the facility SOP or product labeling requires a narrower range.
• Current freezer temperature within acceptable range
  Record the current freezer temperature if the unit stores frozen pharmaceuticals or vaccines. Use the facility SOP or product labeling for the required range.
• Daily min/max temperatures reviewed
  Verify the continuous monitoring system or data logger was reviewed for minimum and maximum temperatures since the last check.
• Continuous monitoring device functioning and displaying current data
  Confirm the digital data logger or continuous monitoring system is powered, recording, and showing current readings.

Storage Unit Condition

• Door seals intact and unit closes fully
  Inspect gaskets, hinges, and door closure for damage, gaps, or inability to seal properly.
• Unit is not overloaded and air circulation is unobstructed
  Verify stored items do not block vents, fans, or internal air circulation pathways.
• No expired, quarantined, or improperly stored products present
  Check for expired stock, quarantined inventory, or products stored in a manner inconsistent with labeling or SOP.

Excursions and Corrective Action

• Any temperature excursion since last check
  Indicate whether any temperature excursion occurred since the previous documented check or during the monitoring period.
• Excursion investigated per SOP and product labeling
  If an excursion occurred, verify the event was assessed against the facility SOP, manufacturer guidance, and product labeling.
• Corrective action documented and products quarantined if required
  Document any required corrective action, including quarantine, transfer to alternate storage, service call, or product disposition.

Documentation and Sign-Off

• Temperature log completed without missing fields
  Verify all required daily log fields are complete, legible, and retained per policy.
• Supervisor or pharmacist-in-charge notified of any out-of-range condition
  Confirm escalation occurred for any out-of-range temperature, equipment failure, or product impact.
• Inspector signature completed