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Performance of Root Cause Analysis, CAPA, and Effectiveness Checks

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Meredith Crabtree

Speaker: Meredith Crabtree

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Date
27 January, 2025 (Monday)
Time
12:00 PM PDT | 03:00 PM EDT
Duration
90 Minutes Minutes

Overview

This comprehensive course offers essential knowledge and practical skills in root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and conducting effectiveness checks. Participants will learn systematic approaches to identify root causes, develop effective CAPA plans, and assess the success of implemented solutions.
 
Through interactive sessions and real-world examples, participants will gain a deep understanding of root cause analysis methodologies, such as the 5 Whys, Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagram, and Pareto Analysis. They will learn how to apply these techniques to uncover the underlying causes of problems and implement sustainable solutions.
 
The course delves into CAPA, emphasizing the importance of proactive problem-solving. Participants will learn to differentiate between corrective and preventive actions and develop robust CAPA plans to prevent recurring issues. They will also explore strategies for conducting effectiveness checks, measuring the impact of implemented solutions, and communicating the results.
 
Course exercises and case studies provide opportunities for participants to apply their knowledge and sharpen their analytical skills. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the expertise to conduct thorough root cause analyses, develop effective CAPA plans, and assess the effectiveness of implemented solutions.

Area Covered

1. Introduction

  • Importance of root cause analysis, CAPA, and effectiveness checks.

2. Understanding Root Cause Analysis

  • Definition and purpose of root cause analysis
  • Benefits of conducting root cause analysis
  • Introduction to root cause analysis methodologies: 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, Pareto Analysis
  • Real-life examples of root cause analysis.

3. Conducting Root Cause Analysis

  • Step-by-step process of root cause analysis
  • Gathering data and information
  • Analyzing data to identify potential root causes
  • Prioritizing and validating root causes

4. Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

  • Definition and importance of CAPA
  • Differentiating between corrective and preventive actions
  • Strategies for developing effective CAPA plans
  • Case studies illustrating CAPA implementation

5. Effectiveness Checks

  • Purpose and significance of effectiveness checks
  • Methods and tools for conducting effectiveness checks
  • Criteria for assessing the effectiveness of implemented solutions
  • Documentation and communication of effectiveness check results

6. Course Exercise and Case Study

  • Provide a case study requiring root cause analysis, CAPA planning, and effectiveness checks
  • Collaborative analysis, development of CAPA plans, and effectiveness check criteria
  • Group presentations and discussion of findings

Why Should You Attend

Attending this training is essential for individuals and organizations looking to enhance problem-solving abilities, drive continuous improvement, and improve organizational performance. By participating, you will gain crucial skills in root cause analysis, CAPA planning, and effectiveness checks, enabling you to identify underlying causes, develop targeted action plans, and assess the success of implemented solutions. This training provides a competitive edge by equipping you with invaluable problem-solving skills and fostering collaboration among participants. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to acquire these essential skills, improve organizational efficiency, and make a significant impact on your organization’s success.

Who Will Benefit?

  • Quality Assurance/Quality Control Professionals: Quality managers, quality engineers, quality analysts, and quality assurance personnel who are responsible for maintaining and improving product and service quality.
  • Operations and Production Managers: Managers and supervisors overseeing production processes, operations, and manufacturing facilities.
  • Process Improvement Teams: Teams or individuals involved in process improvement initiatives within an organization.
  • Engineering and Maintenance Personnel: Engineers and maintenance staff are responsible for identifying and resolving equipment or process-related issues.
  • Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Personnel: Professionals responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to industry standards.
  • Risk and Safety Professionals: Risk managers, safety officers, and professionals involved in risk assessment and mitigation.
  • Team Leaders and Supervisors: Individuals responsible for managing teams and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
  • Project Managers: Project managers and coordinators involved in managing projects and ensuring quality deliverables.
  • Continuous Improvement Professionals: Professionals focused on driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing best practices.
  • Anyone interested in enhancing problem-solving skills and driving sustainable improvement within their organization.

Speaker

Meredith Crabtree has over 25 years’ experience in regulated industries, ranging from Blood, Plasma, Tissue, Laboratory, Pharma, Medical devices, Cosmetics, Supplements, and Animal Health manufacturing and distribution. Meredith works as a Quality Consultant performing label reviews, 3rd party inspections, Consent Decree, and Recall support. She also performs regulatory assessments and Quality training. Meredith has a degree in Medical Technology and is currently obtaining a degree in Quality Systems.

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