Controlled Substances in Research
A controlled substance is generally a drug or chemical whose manufacture, possession, or use is regulated by federal and state government. Controlled substances may be used for scientific research purposes, to the extent permitted by a registrant's license and registration, and in conformity with local, state, and federal statutes and regulations. Contact Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) if you have questions about the use of controlled substances or to begin the application process at askEHS@cornell.edu.
The use of controlled substances in research at Cornell University requires complying with state and federal regulations including New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) licensing and the federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration. Environment, Health and Safety is prepared to assist researchers in meeting the requirements for obtaining, using, storing, securing and disposing of controlled substances.
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| Usage Explanation | Form / Example |
|---|---|
Required: Record controlled substances at a new storage location (including changes of address) immediately upon receipt of a DEA registration number.
| Inventory Records: |
| Required: Receipt records for purchases of Controlled Substances from DEA Registered distributors | Inventory Records: |
Required: List of all controlled substances currently stored at the DEA registered location
| Inventory Records: N/A |
Required: Summarize the usage of a controlled substance from the time of acquisition to the end of use
| Inventory Records: |
| Required: Documents the usage details for a controlled substance that has been withdrawn from original container and mixed with a solution to dilute the concentration | Inventory Records: |
| Required: Used when a controlled substance has expired, is no longer usable or no longer needed | Inventory Records: |
| Optional: Lists the controlled substances stored at a registered location upon the closing of the DEA registration | Inventory Records: |
| Usage Explanation | Form / Example |
|---|---|
| Required: List of each person allowed to handle controlled substances for research use as a Senior Authorized User or Authorized User | Security Records: N/A |
Optional: Used when transporting controlled substances outside of the registration address for same day travel.
| Security Records: Transportation Log Examples: Substance spent at location Substance returned to original location |
| Usage Explanation | Form / Example |
|---|---|
| Required: Forms given by NYSDOH or DEA following formal site inspection / audit | Inspection Records: DOH/DEA Inspection Records N/A |