What requirements apply to the selection and use of shelving and pallets in a medicine warehouse?

Shelving and pallets are essential for medicine storage, and their selection and use directly affect the safety, orderly storage and cleanliness of medicines. First, for materials, preference should be given to smooth, durable metal or plastic that does not shed particles and is easy to clean. Untreated wooden shelving or pallets must not be used because wood can absorb moisture, develop mould, produce splinters and harbour pests. If wooden pallets must be used, they should be high-quality pallets that have been heat-treated or fumigated and bear the relevant marking (such as the IPPC mark). Second, all medicines, including their outer cartons, must be stored off the floor on shelves or pallets to protect them from damp and facilitate cleaning. Shelving and pallets should be cleaned regularly and checked for structural integrity and damage. Shelves must have sufficient load-bearing capacity for the weight of the medicines stored on them, with their load limits clearly marked.