Course Description:
Overseeing laboratory analytical equipment is an essential part of an effective quality management system. This involves various stages of planning and execution of equipment procurement, qualification and calibration tasks, a thorough preventive maintenance program, and having a well-structured procedure in the event of equipment breakdown.
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 stipulates that equipment and software used for testing and calibration shall be “capable of achieving the accuracy required and shall comply with specifications relevant to the tests and/or calibrations concerned.” This is achieved by procuring equipment that is fit-for-purpose, is qualified and includes regularly planned maintenance and calibration. Other guidelines, such as ISO 9001:2015, USFDA’s CFR 21 1403.36 (procurement) and WHO prequalification, emphasize the requirements for equipment management.
The USP–Ghana Laboratory Equipment Management training will give participants the necessary knowledge and skills to efficiently manage the life cycle of laboratory equipment in an interactive environment.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand how to efficiently manage the life-cycle of laboratory equipment
Who should participate:
- Laboratory managers/supervisors
- Quality assurance managers
- Maintenance personnel/engineers who work in National Quality Control Laboratories, Scientific research institutions and Academic institutions
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers