Stoppering Machine (Bottle Line) – DQ Protocol

Document Number: DQ-001

Version: 1.0

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

Reviewed By: [Insert Name]

Approval Date: [Insert Date]

Design Qualification Protocol for Stoppering Machine in IV Infusions Production

Objective: To ensure the Stoppering Machine used for IV Infusions meets the required specifications and operates effectively within defined parameters.

Scope: This protocol applies to the validation of the Stoppering Machine in the Production area for placing stoppers on IV infusion bags and bottles.

Responsibilities:

  • Validation Team: Responsible for executing the DQ protocol and documenting results.
  • Quality Assurance: Responsible for reviewing and approving the validation documentation.
  • Production Team: Responsible for operating the Stoppering Machine as per standard operating procedures.

Prerequisites:

  • Completion of User Requirement Specification (URS).
  • Installation Qualification (IQ) completed and approved.
  • Training of personnel on the operation of the Stoppering Machine.

Equipment Description: The Stoppering Machine is designed to place stoppers on IV infusion bags and bottles with a focus on maintaining placement accuracy. It is critical for ensuring product integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Test ID Procedure Acceptance Criteria Evidence
DQ-001-01 Verify placement accuracy of stoppers. Placement accuracy within ±0.5 mm. Measurement records.
DQ-001-02 Check reject logic functionality. Reject logic activates for incorrect placements. Test run results.
DQ-001-03 Audit trail verification. Audit trail logs all machine operations. Audit trail report.

Detailed Test Cases:

  • Test ID DQ-001-01: Measure and record the placement accuracy of stoppers on 10 samples. Acceptable range is ±0.5 mm from the specified target. Document results.
  • Test ID DQ-001-02: Simulate incorrect placements and verify that the reject logic activates. Document the number of successful and rejected placements.
  • Test ID DQ-001-03: Review the audit trail for completeness, ensuring that all operations are logged. Document any discrepancies found.
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Deviations: Any deviations from the acceptance criteria must be documented and investigated. Root cause analysis should be performed, and corrective actions should be implemented as necessary.

Approvals:

  • Validation Team Lead: ___________________ Date: ___________
  • Quality Assurance Manager: ________________ Date: ___________