• Do not use fingers to count tablets as this can lead to contamination of drugs.

• Use a spoon to put tablets and capsules onto a counting tray.

• Count and put them in a labelled drug container or pack.

• Use a different labelled drug container or pack for each drug.

• Do not mix different drug items in one container.

• Close stock containers (e.g. tins, bottles) tightly after dispensing.

• Keep the spoon clean at all times.