Medication Permits
At Australian Prehospital Guidelines (APG), we provide end-to-end support for organisations requiring Schedule 4 (S4) and Schedule 8 (S8) medication permits under applicable Poisons and Therapeutic Goods legislation.
Our service ensures that your site operates under full legal compliance while maintaining the highest standards of clinical safety and governance.
Our Expertise
Medication and poison permits are a legal requirement for any workplace that purchases, stores, supplies, or administers restricted substances. These requirements vary by jurisdiction and can be complex to navigate, particularly for organisations operating remote medical facilities, mine sites, offshore platforms, and exploration camps.
APG simplifies this process by managing the application, compliance, and maintenance of permits on your behalf. Our experienced clinical governance specialists ensure your permits are appropriately structured to support operational needs while meeting all regulatory obligations.
Our Services Include:
Permit Application and Renewal Management
Preparation and submission of S4/S8 and Controlled Drug permit applications to relevant State/Territory health authorities.
Compliance Framework Development
Design and implementation of medication management systems consistent with the National Model Clinical Governance Framework and ACSQHC Medication Safety Standards.Inventory and Record Management Systems
Establishment of compliant medication registers, storage protocols, and audit processes for controlled substances.Policy and Procedure Creation
Development of site-specific medication management policies covering procurement, storage, dispensing, and disposal.Audit and Risk Assessment
Regular auditing of medication practices to ensure adherence to permit conditions and legislative requirements.Staff Credentialing and Training
Verification of authorised prescribers, dispensers, and handlers; provision of targeted training in medication safety and poison control.
Jurisdictional Compliance
We provide tailored support for each jurisdiction, including but not limited to:
NSW: Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Regulation 2008
QLD: Medicines and Poisons Act 2019
WA: Medicines and Poisons Regulations 2016
NT: Medicines, Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act 2012
SA / VIC / TAS: Equivalent state frameworks
APG ensures all documentation, reporting, and storage requirements align with these standards, minimising compliance risk and ensuring operational readiness.
Why Partner with APG
National coverage and jurisdictional expertise
Clinically-led governance and compliance oversight
Streamlined processes that reduce administrative burden
End-to-end support from permit application to renewal
Integration with your existing clinical governance framework
With APG managing your medication permits, you can focus on providing effective clinical care, confident that all legal and safety obligations are met.
