Suppository Blister Packing Machine – DQ Protocol

Document ID: DQ-001

Version: 1.0

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

Prepared By: [Insert Name]

Approved By: [Insert Name]

Design Qualification Protocol for Suppository Blister Packing Machine

Objective: To establish and document the qualification of the Suppository Blister Packing Machine to ensure it meets operational requirements and complies with regulatory standards.

Scope: This protocol applies to the qualification of the Suppository Blister Packing Machine used in the packaging area for the direct packing of suppositories into blister packs.

Responsibilities:

  • Validation Team: Responsible for executing the qualification protocol and documenting results.
  • Quality Assurance: Responsible for reviewing and approving the protocol and results.
  • Operations: Responsible for ensuring the equipment is maintained and operated according to the validated state.

Prerequisites:

  • Installation Qualification (IQ) completed.
  • Operational Qualification (OQ) completed.
  • All personnel trained on equipment operation and quality standards.

Equipment Description:

The Suppository Blister Packing Machine is designed to pack suppositories into blister packs efficiently. The equipment operates under controlled conditions, ensuring product integrity and compliance with specifications.

Test ID Procedure Acceptance Criteria Evidence
DQ-001-01 Verify sealing temperature Temperature within specified range as per URS Annex 11 Temperature logs
DQ-001-02 Check sealing pressure Pressure within specified range as per URS Annex 11 Pressure logs
DQ-001-03 Evaluate dwell time Dwell time meets specifications as per URS Annex 11 Dwell time logs
DQ-001-04 Audit trail verification Audit trails must be complete and accurate Audit trail logs
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Detailed Test Cases:

  1. Sealing Temperature:

    Procedure: Set the machine to the specified sealing temperature and record the actual temperature.

    Acceptance: The recorded temperature should fall within the limits defined in the URS Annex 11.

    Evidence: Printouts from the temperature monitoring system.

  2. Sealing Pressure:

    Procedure: Adjust the sealing pressure and measure the output.

    Acceptance: Pressure readings must align with the specifications outlined in the URS Annex 11.

    Evidence: Pressure gauge readings documented in the logbook.

  3. Dwell Time:

    Procedure: Measure the time taken for each sealing operation.

    Acceptance: Dwell time must meet the parameters specified in the URS Annex 11.

    Evidence: Dwell time records from the machine.

  4. Audit Trail:

    Procedure: Review the audit trail for completeness.

    Acceptance: All operations must be logged without discrepancies.

    Evidence: Audit trail report generated by the machine.

Deviations: Any deviations from the acceptance criteria must be documented and reviewed. Corrective actions should be implemented as necessary.

Approvals:

  • Prepared By: ______________________ Date: ____________
  • Approved By: ______________________ Date: ____________