1.
Facility and Equipment
Design & Construction: Must be suitable for the type of manufacturing with cleanable
surfaces, proper ventilation, and separation to avoid cross-contamination.
Maintenance: Regularly maintained to prevent failures.
Utilities: Properly designed systems for water (WFI, purified), HVAC, compressed air,
and steam.
Validation: Equipment and systems must be qualified (IQ/OQ/PQ).
2. Personnel
Training: Staff must be trained in GMP and job-specific procedures.
Hygiene: Personal hygiene standards must be enforced (e.g., gowning, no jewelry, clean
hands).
Responsibilities: Clear roles, with Quality Assurance (QA) overseeing compliance.
3. Documentation
SOPs: Standard Operating Procedures for all operations.
Batch Records: Detailed records for every batch, including raw materials, processes, in-
process checks, and final testing.
Traceability: Ability to trace every component and action.
Data Integrity: ALCOA principles (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original,
Accurate).
4. Production and Process Control
Validated Processes: Manufacturing processes must be validated and shown to be
reproducible.
In-Process Controls: Regular checks during production (e.g., weight variation, pH,
temperature).
Change Control: Any changes to materials, process, or equipment must be documented
and assessed.
5. Quality Control (QC)
Testing: All raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products must be tested.
Stability Testing: Ensures product maintains quality over shelf life.
Out-of-Spec (OOS): Procedures for investigating and addressing OOS results.
6. Materials Management
Receipt & Storage: Materials must be checked, labeled, and stored appropriately.
Quarantine Area: Materials should be held until approved for use.
Inventory Control: Must prevent mix-ups and allow traceability.
7. Validation and Qualification
Validation Master Plan (VMP): Document detailing the approach to validation.
Equipment Qualification: IQ (Installation), OQ (Operational), PQ (Performance).
Cleaning Validation: Ensures removal of residues to acceptable levels.
Process Validation: Confirms processes consistently produce quality products.
8. Complaints, Recalls, and Product Returns
Complaint Handling: Investigated promptly and thoroughly.
Recall Procedure: Must be in place to remove defective products.
Returned Goods: Assessed for quality before reuse or disposal.
9. Self-Inspection and Audits
Internal Audits: Regular inspections to ensure compliance.
CAPA System: Corrective and Preventive Actions for any identified issues.