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# Standard Operating Procedure: Document Control
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| Document ID | SOP-001 |
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|-------------|---------|
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| Title | Document Control |
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| Revision | 1.0 |
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| Effective Date | [DATE] |
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| Author | [AUTHOR] |
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| Approved By | [APPROVER] |
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| Department | Quality Assurance |
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---
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## 1. Purpose
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To establish a procedure for the creation, review, approval, distribution, and control of documents within the Quality Management System.
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## 2. Scope
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This procedure applies to all controlled documents including:
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- Policies
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- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
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- Work Instructions
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- Forms and Templates
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- Specifications
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- External documents of external origin
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## 3. Responsibilities
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### 3.1 Document Owner
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- Responsible for document content and accuracy
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- Initiates document creation and revision
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- Ensures periodic review is performed
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### 3.2 Quality Assurance
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- Maintains the document control system
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- Assigns document numbers
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- Manages document distribution
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- Archives obsolete documents
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### 3.3 Approvers
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- Review and approve documents before release
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- Ensure documents are adequate for intended purpose
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## 4. Procedure
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### 4.1 Document Creation
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1. Identify the need for a new document
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2. Request document number from Quality Assurance
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3. Draft document using appropriate template
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4. Include all required header information
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5. Submit for review and approval
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### 4.2 Document Review and Approval
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1. Route document to appropriate reviewers
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2. Reviewers provide comments within 5 business days
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3. Author addresses all comments
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4. Final approval by designated approver
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5. Quality Assurance releases document
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### 4.3 Document Numbering
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Documents shall be numbered according to the following convention:
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| Type | Prefix | Example |
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|------|--------|---------|
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| Policy | POL | POL-001 |
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| SOP | SOP | SOP-001 |
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| Work Instruction | WI | WI-001 |
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| Form | FRM | FRM-001 |
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### 4.4 Revision Control
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1. All changes require documented justification
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2. Changes follow same review/approval process as new documents
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3. Revision number increments with each approved change
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4. Revision history maintained in document footer
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### 4.5 Document Distribution
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1. Current versions available in document control system
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2. Obsolete versions marked and archived
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3. Training on new/revised documents as needed
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### 4.6 Periodic Review
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1. Documents reviewed at least every 2 years
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2. Review documented even if no changes made
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3. Reviews may result in revision or reaffirmation
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## 5. Related Documents
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- FRM-001 Document Change Request Form
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- FRM-002 Document Review Record
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## 6. Definitions
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| Term | Definition |
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|------|------------|
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| Controlled Document | Document managed under document control system |
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| Obsolete | Document no longer valid for use |
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| Revision | Updated version of a document |
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## Revision History
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| Rev | Date | Description | Author |
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|-----|------|-------------|--------|
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| 1.0 | [DATE] | Initial release | [AUTHOR] |
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# Standard Operating Procedure: Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)
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| Document ID | SOP-002 |
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|-------------|---------|
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| Title | Corrective and Preventive Action |
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| Revision | 1.0 |
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| Effective Date | [DATE] |
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| Author | [AUTHOR] |
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| Approved By | [APPROVER] |
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| Department | Quality Assurance |
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---
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## 1. Purpose
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To establish a systematic process for identifying, investigating, correcting, and preventing nonconformities and potential nonconformities.
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## 2. Scope
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This procedure applies to:
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- Product and process nonconformities
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- Customer complaints
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- Audit findings
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- Process deviations
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- Potential nonconformities identified through risk analysis
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## 3. Definitions
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| Term | Definition |
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|------|------------|
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| Corrective Action | Action to eliminate the cause of a detected nonconformity |
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| Preventive Action | Action to eliminate the cause of a potential nonconformity |
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| Root Cause | Fundamental reason for a nonconformity |
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| Effectiveness Check | Verification that implemented actions achieved desired results |
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## 4. Responsibilities
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### 4.1 CAPA Owner
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- Investigates the issue
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- Identifies root cause
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- Develops and implements corrective/preventive actions
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- Verifies effectiveness
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### 4.2 Quality Assurance
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- Manages CAPA system
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- Assigns CAPA numbers
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- Tracks CAPA status
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- Reviews and approves CAPAs
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- Reports CAPA metrics to management
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### 4.3 Management
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- Provides resources for CAPA implementation
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- Reviews CAPA trends
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- Ensures timely closure
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## 5. Procedure
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### 5.1 CAPA Initiation
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1. Identify nonconformity or potential nonconformity
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2. Document issue on CAPA Form (FRM-003)
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3. Classify severity and priority
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4. Assign CAPA owner
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### 5.2 Investigation
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1. Gather relevant data and evidence
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2. Interview personnel involved
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3. Review related documents and records
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4. Use appropriate investigation tools:
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- 5 Whys
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- Fishbone Diagram
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- Failure Mode Analysis
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### 5.3 Root Cause Analysis
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1. Identify potential root causes
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2. Verify root cause through evidence
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3. Document root cause determination
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4. Consider systemic implications
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### 5.4 Action Development
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1. Develop corrective/preventive actions
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2. Assign responsibilities and due dates
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3. Assess actions for:
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- Appropriateness to problem severity
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- Impact on other processes
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- Resource requirements
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### 5.5 Implementation
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1. Execute approved actions
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2. Document implementation evidence
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3. Update affected documents/processes
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4. Provide training as needed
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### 5.6 Effectiveness Verification
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1. Define effectiveness criteria
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2. Allow sufficient time for actions to take effect
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3. Collect and analyze data
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4. Document verification results
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5. If ineffective, reopen CAPA for further action
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### 5.7 Closure
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1. Review all CAPA documentation
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2. Verify all actions completed
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3. Confirm effectiveness verified
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4. Obtain approval for closure
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## 6. CAPA Metrics
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Quality Assurance shall track and report:
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- Number of open CAPAs
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- CAPA aging
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- On-time closure rate
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- Effectiveness rate
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- CAPAs by category/source
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## 7. Related Documents
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- FRM-003 CAPA Form
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- SOP-003 Nonconforming Product Control
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- SOP-004 Customer Complaints
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## Revision History
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| Rev | Date | Description | Author |
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|-----|------|-------------|--------|
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| 1.0 | [DATE] | Initial release | [AUTHOR] |
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# Standard Operating Procedure: Training and Competence
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| Document ID | SOP-003 |
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|-------------|---------|
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| Title | Training and Competence |
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| Revision | 1.0 |
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| Effective Date | [DATE] |
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| Author | [AUTHOR] |
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| Approved By | [APPROVER] |
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| Department | Human Resources / Quality |
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## 1. Purpose
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To ensure personnel performing work affecting product quality are competent based on appropriate education, training, skills, and experience.
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## 2. Scope
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This procedure applies to:
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- All employees performing quality-affecting activities
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- Contractors and temporary personnel
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- Personnel requiring GxP training
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## 3. Responsibilities
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### 3.1 Supervisors/Managers
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- Identify training needs for their personnel
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- Ensure training is completed before performing tasks
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- Evaluate competence of personnel
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- Maintain department training records
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### 3.2 Human Resources
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- Coordinate training programs
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- Maintain central training database
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- Track training compliance
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- Archive training records
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### 3.3 Quality Assurance
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- Develop QMS-related training
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- Approve training curricula for GxP activities
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- Audit training compliance
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### 3.4 Employees
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- Complete assigned training on time
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- Maintain current qualifications
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- Report training needs to supervisor
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## 4. Procedure
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### 4.1 Training Needs Assessment
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1. Identify competence requirements for each role
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2. Document requirements in job descriptions
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3. Assess current competence of personnel
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4. Identify training gaps
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### 4.2 Training Curriculum Development
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1. Define learning objectives
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2. Develop training materials
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3. Identify delivery method:
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- Classroom
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- On-the-job
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- Self-study
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- Computer-based
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4. Define assessment criteria
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5. Obtain approval from Quality (for GxP training)
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### 4.3 Training Delivery
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1. Schedule training session
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2. Document attendance
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3. Deliver training per curriculum
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4. Assess comprehension through:
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- Written test (minimum 80% passing)
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- Practical demonstration
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- Supervisor observation
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### 4.4 Training Documentation
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Training records shall include:
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- Employee name and ID
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- Training title and date
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- Trainer name and qualifications
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- Assessment results
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- Signatures
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### 4.5 Retraining Requirements
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Retraining is required when:
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- Significant document revisions occur
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- Performance deficiencies identified
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- Extended absence from job function
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- Periodic requalification due
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### 4.6 New Employee Orientation
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All new employees shall complete:
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1. Company orientation
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2. Quality system overview
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3. Job-specific training
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4. SOP read and understand for applicable procedures
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## 5. Training Records Retention
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- Training records maintained for duration of employment
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- Records retained 3 years after employee departure
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- Records available for regulatory inspection
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## 6. Related Documents
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- FRM-004 Training Record Form
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- FRM-005 Training Assessment Form
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- Job Descriptions
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## Revision History
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|-----|------|-------------|--------|
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| 1.0 | [DATE] | Initial release | [AUTHOR] |
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# Standard Operating Procedure: Internal Audit
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| Document ID | SOP-004 |
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| Title | Internal Audit |
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| Revision | 1.0 |
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| Effective Date | [DATE] |
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| Author | [AUTHOR] |
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| Approved By | [APPROVER] |
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| Department | Quality Assurance |
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## 1. Purpose
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To establish a systematic approach for conducting internal audits to verify the effectiveness of the Quality Management System.
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## 2. Scope
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This procedure covers:
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- QMS process audits
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- Compliance audits
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- Product audits
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- System audits
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## 3. Definitions
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| Term | Definition |
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|------|------------|
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| Audit | Systematic, independent examination to determine conformance |
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| Auditor | Person qualified to perform audits |
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| Finding | Observation of conformance or nonconformance |
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| Observation | Noted item not rising to level of finding |
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## 4. Responsibilities
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### 4.1 Lead Auditor
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- Plans and schedules audits
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- Prepares audit checklists
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- Conducts audit activities
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- Reports audit findings
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### 4.2 Quality Manager
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- Maintains audit program
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- Qualifies auditors
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- Reviews audit reports
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- Reports to management
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### 4.3 Auditee
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- Provides access to areas/records
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- Responds to findings
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- Implements corrective actions
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## 5. Procedure
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### 5.1 Annual Audit Schedule
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1. Develop annual audit schedule considering:
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- Previous audit results
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- Process criticality
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- Regulatory requirements
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- Changes to processes
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2. Ensure all QMS processes audited at least annually
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3. Obtain management approval
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4. Communicate schedule to affected areas
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### 5.2 Auditor Qualification
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Auditors shall:
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- Complete auditor training course
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- Conduct at least 2 audits under supervision
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- Be independent of area being audited
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- Maintain competence through ongoing audits
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### 5.3 Audit Preparation
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1. Review applicable procedures and standards
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2. Review previous audit reports
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3. Prepare audit checklist
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4. Notify auditee of audit scope and schedule
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5. Confirm auditor availability
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### 5.4 Conducting the Audit
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1. Hold opening meeting with auditee
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2. Execute audit checklist
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3. Gather objective evidence:
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- Document review
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- Personnel interviews
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- Process observation
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4. Document findings with evidence
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5. Classify findings:
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- Major Nonconformance
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- Minor Nonconformance
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- Observation
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6. Hold closing meeting
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### 5.5 Audit Reporting
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1. Complete audit report within 5 business days
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2. Report shall include:
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- Audit scope and criteria
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- Personnel interviewed
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- Findings with evidence
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- Recommendations
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3. Distribute report to auditee and management
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### 5.6 Finding Resolution
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1. Auditee responds with corrective action plan within 10 business days
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2. Quality reviews and approves plan
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3. Auditee implements corrective actions
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4. Auditor verifies effectiveness
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5. Close finding upon verification
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## 6. Audit Records
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Maintain for 5 years:
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- Audit schedules
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- Checklists
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- Reports
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- Corrective action records
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## 7. Related Documents
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- FRM-006 Audit Checklist Template
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- FRM-007 Audit Report Template
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- SOP-002 CAPA
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---
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## Revision History
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| Rev | Date | Description | Author |
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|-----|------|-------------|--------|
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| 1.0 | [DATE] | Initial release | [AUTHOR] |
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# Standard Operating Procedure: Management Review
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| Document ID | SOP-005 |
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|-------------|---------|
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| Title | Management Review |
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| Revision | 1.0 |
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| Effective Date | [DATE] |
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| Author | [AUTHOR] |
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| Approved By | [APPROVER] |
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| Department | Quality Assurance |
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---
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## 1. Purpose
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To ensure top management reviews the Quality Management System at planned intervals to ensure its continuing suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness.
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## 2. Scope
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This procedure applies to the periodic management review of the QMS, including all processes and quality objectives.
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## 3. Frequency
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Management reviews shall be conducted:
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- At least annually
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- More frequently if significant changes occur
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- As needed based on quality performance
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## 4. Responsibilities
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### 4.1 Quality Manager
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- Prepares management review agenda and materials
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- Facilitates the meeting
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- Documents meeting minutes and action items
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- Tracks completion of action items
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### 4.2 Top Management
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- Attends management review meetings
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- Reviews QMS performance data
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- Makes decisions on QMS improvements
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- Allocates resources as needed
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### 4.3 Department Managers
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- Provides input data for their areas
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- Attends management review
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- Implements assigned action items
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## 5. Management Review Inputs
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The following shall be considered:
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### 5.1 Actions from Previous Reviews
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- Status of action items
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- Effectiveness of implemented actions
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### 5.2 Changes in Context
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- Internal changes (organization, resources)
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- External changes (regulations, market)
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### 5.3 QMS Performance
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- Customer satisfaction and feedback
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- Quality objectives achievement
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- Process performance metrics
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- Nonconformities and corrective actions
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- Audit results
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- Supplier performance
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### 5.4 Resource Adequacy
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- Personnel
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- Infrastructure
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- Work environment
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### 5.5 Risk and Opportunities
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- Risk assessment results
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- Effectiveness of risk controls
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- New opportunities identified
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### 5.6 Improvement Opportunities
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- Process improvements
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- Product improvements
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- QMS enhancements
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## 6. Management Review Outputs
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Decisions and actions related to:
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- Improvement of QMS and processes
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- Product improvement
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- Resource needs
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- Changes to quality policy or objectives
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## 7. Documentation
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### 7.1 Meeting Minutes
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- Date and attendees
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- Items discussed
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- Decisions made
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- Action items with owners and due dates
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### 7.2 Record Retention
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- Management review records retained for 5 years
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- Available for regulatory inspection
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## 8. Related Documents
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- FRM-008 Management Review Agenda Template
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- FRM-009 Management Review Minutes Template
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---
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## Revision History
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| Rev | Date | Description | Author |
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|-----|------|-------------|--------|
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| 1.0 | [DATE] | Initial release | [AUTHOR] |
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# Standard Operating Procedure: Urgent Care Triage Protocol
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| Document ID | SOP-UC-001 |
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|-------------|-------------|
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| Title | Urgent Care Patient Triage and Acuity Assessment |
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| Revision | 1.0 |
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| Effective Date | [DATE] |
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| Author | [AUTHOR] |
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| Approved By | [APPROVER] |
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| Department | Urgent Care |
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---
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## 1. Purpose
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To establish standardized procedures for triaging patients presenting to urgent care to ensure appropriate prioritization, timely care, and identification of emergent conditions requiring ED transfer.
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## 2. Scope
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This procedure applies to all patients presenting to urgent care including:
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- Walk-in patients
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- Scheduled same-day appointments
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- Patients referred from other providers
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- Pediatric and adult patients
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## 3. Responsibilities
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### 3.1 Triage Nurse/Medical Assistant
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- Conduct initial patient assessment
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- Assign acuity level
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- Obtain vital signs
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- Identify emergent conditions
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- Initiate appropriate protocols
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|
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### 3.2 Urgent Care Provider
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- Review triage findings
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- Evaluate patients per acuity
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- Make disposition decisions
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- Authorize ED transfers
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|
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### 3.3 Front Desk Staff
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- Check in patients
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- Alert clinical staff to arrivals
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- Facilitate registration
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|
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## 4. Definitions
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|
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| Term | Definition |
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|------|------------|
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| Triage | Process of prioritizing patients based on clinical urgency |
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| Acuity | Severity of patient's condition |
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| ESI | Emergency Severity Index (reference scale) |
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| ED Transfer | Patient requiring emergency department level care |
|
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| Chief Complaint | Primary reason for visit |
|
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|
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## 5. Triage Levels
|
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|
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### 5.1 Urgent Care Acuity Scale
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|
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| Level | Description | Examples | Target Time |
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|-------|-------------|----------|-------------|
|
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| 1 - Emergent | Life/limb threatening, requires ED | Chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe dyspnea | IMMEDIATE ED transfer |
|
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| 2 - Urgent | Significant symptoms, needs prompt attention | High fever, moderate dyspnea, severe pain | <15 minutes |
|
||||
| 3 - Semi-Urgent | Moderate symptoms, stable | Lacerations, minor fractures, UTI symptoms | <30 minutes |
|
||||
| 4 - Non-Urgent | Minor symptoms, stable | Minor cold symptoms, prescription refills | <60 minutes |
|
||||
| 5 - Not Appropriate | Outside scope, needs referral | Chronic disease management, specialist care | Redirect to PCP |
|
||||
|
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## 6. Procedure
|
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|
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### 6.1 Initial Contact
|
||||
|
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1. **Patient Arrival**
|
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- Acknowledge patient within 5 minutes of arrival
|
||||
- Brief visual assessment
|
||||
- Determine if immediate attention needed
|
||||
|
||||
2. **Quick Look Assessment**
|
||||
Rapidly evaluate:
|
||||
- Level of consciousness
|
||||
- Respiratory effort
|
||||
- Skin color
|
||||
- Obvious distress
|
||||
- Visible injuries
|
||||
|
||||
### 6.2 Triage Assessment
|
||||
|
||||
#### 6.2.1 Chief Complaint
|
||||
|
||||
Document in patient's own words:
|
||||
- Primary symptom
|
||||
- Duration
|
||||
- Severity (0-10 scale for pain)
|
||||
|
||||
#### 6.2.2 Vital Signs
|
||||
|
||||
| Parameter | Normal Adult Range | Action if Abnormal |
|
||||
|-----------|-------------------|-------------------|
|
||||
| Temperature | 97.0-99.0°F | Assess for fever source |
|
||||
| Heart Rate | 60-100 bpm | Assess for underlying cause |
|
||||
| Respiratory Rate | 12-20/min | Oxygen, escalate if distressed |
|
||||
| Blood Pressure | <140/90 mmHg | Repeat, assess symptoms |
|
||||
| SpO2 | ≥95% on RA | Oxygen, consider ED transfer |
|
||||
| Pain Score | 0/10 | Pain management protocol |
|
||||
|
||||
#### 6.2.3 Brief History
|
||||
|
||||
| Element | Document |
|
||||
|---------|----------|
|
||||
| Onset | When did symptoms start? |
|
||||
| Provocation | What makes it better/worse? |
|
||||
| Quality | Describe the symptom |
|
||||
| Radiation | Does pain travel? |
|
||||
| Severity | Rate 0-10 |
|
||||
| Time | Constant or intermittent? |
|
||||
| Medications | Current medications |
|
||||
| Allergies | Drug and other allergies |
|
||||
| Last meal | Time of last food/drink |
|
||||
| Medical history | Relevant conditions |
|
||||
|
||||
### 6.3 Level 1 - Emergent (ED Transfer Required)
|
||||
|
||||
**Immediate recognition and action for:**
|
||||
|
||||
| Condition | Signs/Symptoms | Action |
|
||||
|-----------|---------------|--------|
|
||||
| Cardiac emergency | Chest pain, diaphoresis, SOB, arm/jaw pain | Call 911, ECG if available |
|
||||
| Stroke | Facial droop, arm weakness, speech difficulty | Call 911, note time of onset |
|
||||
| Respiratory failure | SpO2 <90%, severe distress, cyanosis | Oxygen, call 911 |
|
||||
| Anaphylaxis | Airway swelling, hypotension, urticaria | Epinephrine, call 911 |
|
||||
| Severe trauma | Major bleeding, altered consciousness | Stabilize, call 911 |
|
||||
| Sepsis | Fever, tachycardia, hypotension, AMS | IV access, fluids, call 911 |
|
||||
| Active seizure | Convulsions, unresponsive | Protect, time seizure, call 911 |
|
||||
|
||||
**ED Transfer Protocol:**
|
||||
1. Call 911 immediately
|
||||
2. Notify provider
|
||||
3. Initiate stabilizing measures
|
||||
4. Document time and interventions
|
||||
5. Provide EMS with clinical information
|
||||
6. Send documentation with patient
|
||||
|
||||
### 6.4 Level 2 - Urgent
|
||||
|
||||
**Requires provider evaluation within 15 minutes:**
|
||||
|
||||
| Condition | Characteristics |
|
||||
|-----------|----------------|
|
||||
| High fever | >103°F adult, >102°F child <3 months |
|
||||
| Moderate respiratory distress | SpO2 92-95%, increased work of breathing |
|
||||
| Severe pain | 8-10/10 |
|
||||
| Significant bleeding | Controlled but significant |
|
||||
| Dehydration with vomiting | Unable to keep fluids down |
|
||||
| Acute abdominal pain | Severe, localized |
|
||||
| Altered mental status | Confusion, not baseline |
|
||||
| Syncope | Recent loss of consciousness |
|
||||
| Diabetic emergency | Hypoglycemia, ketoacidosis symptoms |
|
||||
|
||||
### 6.5 Level 3 - Semi-Urgent
|
||||
|
||||
**Provider evaluation within 30 minutes:**
|
||||
|
||||
| Condition | Characteristics |
|
||||
|-----------|----------------|
|
||||
| Lacerations | Requiring sutures, bleeding controlled |
|
||||
| Possible fractures | Deformity, point tenderness, stable |
|
||||
| Moderate pain | 5-7/10 |
|
||||
| UTI symptoms | Dysuria, frequency, no fever |
|
||||
| Ear pain | Moderate, no fever |
|
||||
| Minor burns | <5% BSA, superficial |
|
||||
| Sprains/strains | Ambulating, stable |
|
||||
| Rash with mild symptoms | No systemic symptoms |
|
||||
|
||||
### 6.6 Level 4 - Non-Urgent
|
||||
|
||||
**Provider evaluation within 60 minutes:**
|
||||
|
||||
- Upper respiratory symptoms (mild)
|
||||
- Minor sore throat
|
||||
- Minor skin conditions
|
||||
- Medication refills
|
||||
- Minor eye complaints (non-trauma)
|
||||
- Minor injuries not requiring sutures
|
||||
|
||||
### 6.7 Level 5 - Redirect
|
||||
|
||||
**Outside urgent care scope:**
|
||||
|
||||
- Chronic disease management
|
||||
- Routine physical exams
|
||||
- Mental health crisis (redirect to crisis line/ED)
|
||||
- Dental emergencies (redirect to dentist/ED)
|
||||
- Specialty care needs
|
||||
- Workers' compensation (per facility policy)
|
||||
|
||||
### 6.8 Pediatric Considerations
|
||||
|
||||
#### Age-Specific Concerns
|
||||
|
||||
| Age | Automatic Elevation Criteria |
|
||||
|-----|------------------------------|
|
||||
| <3 months | Any fever ≥100.4°F → ED |
|
||||
| <2 years | Fever >103°F, lethargy, poor feeding → Urgent |
|
||||
| All pediatric | Respiratory distress, dehydration, altered behavior → Urgent |
|
||||
|
||||
#### Pediatric Vital Sign Norms
|
||||
|
||||
| Age | HR | RR | Systolic BP |
|
||||
|-----|----|----|-------------|
|
||||
| Infant | 100-160 | 30-60 | 70-90 |
|
||||
| 1-3 years | 90-150 | 24-40 | 80-100 |
|
||||
| 4-6 years | 80-140 | 22-34 | 90-110 |
|
||||
| 7-12 years | 70-120 | 18-30 | 90-120 |
|
||||
| >12 years | 60-100 | 12-20 | 100-120 |
|
||||
|
||||
### 6.9 Geriatric Considerations
|
||||
|
||||
- Lower threshold for escalation
|
||||
- Atypical presentations common
|
||||
- Consider polypharmacy
|
||||
- Falls assessment
|
||||
- Cognitive baseline consideration
|
||||
|
||||
## 7. Documentation
|
||||
|
||||
Complete FRM-UC-001 Triage Assessment including:
|
||||
- Time of arrival and triage
|
||||
- Chief complaint
|
||||
- Vital signs
|
||||
- Allergies and medications
|
||||
- Brief history
|
||||
- Assigned acuity level
|
||||
- Interventions initiated
|
||||
- Provider notification time
|
||||
|
||||
## 8. Re-Triage
|
||||
|
||||
Re-assess waiting patients:
|
||||
- Every 30 minutes for Level 2
|
||||
- Every 60 minutes for Level 3-4
|
||||
- Immediately if condition changes
|
||||
- Document all re-assessments
|
||||
|
||||
## 9. Quality Metrics
|
||||
|
||||
| Metric | Target |
|
||||
|--------|--------|
|
||||
| Time to triage | <10 minutes |
|
||||
| Appropriate acuity assignment | >95% (audit) |
|
||||
| ED transfers identified at triage | >99% |
|
||||
| Patient complaints re: wait time | <5% |
|
||||
|
||||
## 10. References
|
||||
|
||||
- Emergency Severity Index (ESI) guidelines
|
||||
- Emergency Nurses Association guidelines
|
||||
- Pediatric Assessment Triangle
|
||||
- State nursing practice acts
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Revision History
|
||||
|
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| Rev | Date | Description | Author |
|
||||
|-----|------|-------------|--------|
|
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| 1.0 | [DATE] | Initial release | [AUTHOR] |
|
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|
||||
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