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Home » ISO15189:2012 - 5.3.1.5

ISO15189:2012 - 5.3.1.5

When equipment appears to be defective, determine and correct the potential negative influence on previous testing results

Plan for purchasing new equipment and equipment maintenance in the annual budget planning

Ensure that defective equipment is taken out of service, clearly labeled and disinfected, and that proper validation is performed once equipment is repaired

Establish a preventive maintenance program for equipment

Decide on the method of maintenance and calibration for each piece of equipment

Determine which staff members are authorized and which are responsible for use of each piece of equipment

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