Creating a Robust and Sustainable Quality Assurance ProgramBest Management Practices for Environmental Laboratories
Oral Presentation
Presented by C. Huff
Prepared by C. Abbas
Waters ERA, 16341 Table Mountain Parkway, Golden, CO, 80403, United States
Contact Information: [email protected]; 800-372-0122
ABSTRACT
The oral presentation, titled "Creating a Robust and Sustainable Quality Assurance Program," will provide comprehensive insights into establishing and maintaining an effective QA program in laboratory settings. The session will cover the critical components necessary for a successful QA program, emphasizing the role of certified reference materials (CRMs).
Key topics include:
1. Method Development: Strategies for developing precise and accurate laboratory methods, with a focus on using CRMs to ensure reliability and eliminate variables.
2. Staff Training: The importance of thorough training by experienced personnel and the use of CRMs to validate the competency of laboratory staff.
3. Ongoing Performance Monitoring: Techniques for continuous monitoring of laboratory performance, including the use of control charts and CRMs to track and maintain method accuracy and precision.
4. Corrective Action: Procedures for identifying and addressing issues when methods fall out of control, utilizing root cause analysis and CRMs to verify the effectiveness of corrective measures.
The presentation will highlight the significance of integrating CRMs into routine QA practices to enhance the robustness and sustainability of laboratory operations. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on building a resilient QA program that ensures consistent, high-quality results with reliable data.
