Preventive Maintenance of Laboratory Instruments and Equipment
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (SOP) Preventive Maintenance of Laboratory Instruments and Equipment SOP No. ENG/QC/SOP/___ Effective Date ___ Revision No. 00 Department Engineering / Quality Control 1. Purpose To establish a controlled, systematic, and documented procedure for preventive maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure reliable performance, minimize breakdowns, maintain calibration status, and comply with GMP, WHO, FDA, and EU-GMP requirements. 2. Scope This SOP applies to all GMP-critical and non-critical laboratory instruments and equipment used in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and related support areas. 3. Definitions Preventive Maintenance (PM): Planned and periodic maintenance activities performed to prevent equipment failure and ensure consistent performance. GMP-Critical Equipment: Equipment having direct impact on product quality or data integrity. 4. Responsibilities E...