Coding Machine (Inkjet / Laser) – DQ Protocol

Document ID: DQ-001

Version: 1.0

Effective Date: 2023-10-01

Reviewed By: [Name]

Approval Date: [Date]

Design Qualification Protocol for Coding Machine in Packaging Operations

Objective: To establish a Design Qualification (DQ) protocol for the Coding Machine used in the printing of batch and expiry details on suppositories and implants, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and product quality.

Scope: This protocol applies to the Coding Machine (Inkjet / Laser) utilized in the packaging area for the direct impact on product quality of suppositories and implants.

Responsibilities:

  • Validation Team: Responsible for the execution of the DQ protocol.
  • Quality Assurance: Responsible for review and approval of the DQ protocol.
  • Operations: Responsible for the operation of the Coding Machine and adherence to the protocol.

Prerequisites:

  • Completion of User Requirement Specification (URS) as per Annex 11.
  • Installation and operational qualification of the Coding Machine.

Equipment Description: The Coding Machine (Inkjet / Laser) is designed for printing batch and expiry details on packaging materials for suppositories and implants, ensuring high print quality and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Test ID Procedure Acceptance Criteria Evidence
T1 Verify print quality through audit trail logs. Print quality meets specifications as per URS Annex 11. Print quality audit logs.
T2 Conduct data integrity checks on printed information. All printed data corresponds accurately with batch records. Comparison report of printed data vs. batch records.
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Detailed Test Cases:

  • Test ID: T1
    • Procedure: Review print quality audit trail logs for accuracy.
    • Acceptance Criteria: Print quality meets specifications as per URS Annex 11.
    • Evidence: Documented print quality logs showing compliance.
  • Test ID: T2
    • Procedure: Verify that printed batch/expiry details match the batch records.
    • Acceptance Criteria: All printed data corresponds accurately with batch records.
    • Evidence: Comparison report of printed data vs. batch records.

Deviations: Any deviations from the acceptance criteria must be documented and assessed for impact on product quality. Corrective actions should be implemented as necessary.

Approvals:

  • Validation Team: ___________________ Date: ___________
  • Quality Assurance: ___________________ Date: ___________
  • Operations Manager: ___________________ Date: ___________