On the date the PIC change becomes effective, what action must be performed?

• A. A complete inventory of all controlled substances
• B. A routine staff meeting
• C. An inventory of non-controlled substances only
• D. A financial audit

Answer: (A)

When the PIC change becomes effective, you must perform a complete inventory of all controlled substances. This ensures that the outgoing and incoming PIC have a clear, accurate record of every controlled substance on hand, aligning physical stock with the records and establishing a verified baseline for accountability. It helps detect discrepancies, losses, or potential diversion at the moment of transition and satisfies regulatory expectations for proper control of Schedule II–V substances. Routine meetings or inventories limited to non-controlled items don’t establish this comprehensive accountability, and a financial audit isn’t the required action here. So, the required step is a full physical count and documentation of all controlled substances as of the effective date.