If the refrigerator temperature is out of range, what is the first step?

The first step when the refrigerator temperature is out of range is to document the issue. Proper documentation serves as an essential part of maintaining regulatory compliance and ensures that there is a traceable record of temperature deviations. This documentation is crucial for evaluating the extent of the issue, determining potential risks to stored medication, and establishing a timeline for resolution.

Notifying the manager, moving medication, or calling a repair service may be necessary subsequent actions, but comprehensively documenting the temperature issue takes precision and thoroughness, and it provides a foundation for the follow-up procedures to address the problem effectively. Documenting the issue ensures that all relevant parties are informed and that appropriate corrective actions can be taken based on a complete understanding of the situation.