Deviation Investigations and Investigation Report Writing


Welcome to Deviation Investigations and Investigation Report Writing, an advanced CGMP training course.

Deviation Investigations

The CGMP Require in Sec. 211.100 (b) Written procedures; deviations. (b) Any deviation from the written procedures shall be recorded and justified.

Learn to use the most effective tools to investigate a plant, laboratory or customer service deviation.

Presentations cover the following topics:

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Deviation investigations work well in teams.
  • Introduction to Root Cause Analysis
  • Deviation Investigation Terms
  • Interviewing and Path Forward
  • Root Cause Analysis: Fish Bone Diagrams
  • Five Why’s Mapping
  • Distinctions
  • Walk-Through-Analysis
  • Change Analysis
  • Understanding Human Errors
  • Control Barrier Analysis
  • Determine Product Impact
  • Research Previous Investigations
  • Immediate Actions and Containment
  • Corrections
  • Corrective Actions
  • Preventive Actions
  • Follow up and CAPA Effectiveness Checks
  • Risk Assessment

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Deviation Investigation Report Writing

Learn to write deviation investigation reports that meet the needs of the company, quality assurance and the FDA.

Presentations cover the following topics:

  • Introduction to Deviation Report Writing
  • Writing Tips
  • Description of the Event
  • Event Classification
  • Immediate Actions and Containment
  • Previous Investigation Summaries
  • The Sequence of Events
  • Root Cause Summary
  • Product Impact
  • Corrective and Preventive Actions
  • Report Follow UP Actions and Effectiveness Checks
  • The Proper Use of Background Information
  • Using Attachments
  • Referential Information
  • Interim Reports and Deviation Extensions

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One-on-one personal coaching is provided on the use of each tool or section of the deviation investigation report. Coaching builds and reinforces skills.

How this course works on-line

  • Employees view a presentation authored and presented by a seasoned deviation investigator.
  • Employees complete the associated worksheet apply to an actual in-your-plant deviation the tool or report section just discussed. (non disclosures will be signed ahead of enrollment).
  • A seasoned investigator will review the employee’s work and email to the employees specific comments addressing what work is a good representation of the tool and other areas to consider in the investigation process, including clarification of CGMP regulations impacting the deviation being investigated.
  • When the instructor has passed the employee on a particular tool, then the employee is encouraged to move on to the next topic.
  • Online internet-based e-learning, is designed to fit your schedule, 365 x 24 x 7. Come and go as needed. What is e-learning? Therefore, our courses are convenient and flexible.
  • Above all, if you have questions, please e-mail us for the fastest response at jennifer.payne@skillsplusinc.com

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