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CORRECTIVE AND PREVENTIVE ACTIONS

CAPA

Problem-solving methodology using the CAPA model

Purpose

The purpose of a CAPA is to address occurrence and prevent recurrence of nonconforming product and other quality problems by identifying and addressing the root cause while ensuring no unintended effects are introduced by these actions.

How

Following the cycle of continuous improvement (PDCA) CAPA begins by identifying the problem, assessing risk, investigating and identifying root cause, determining corrective (and where needed, preventive) actions via a CAPA plan, executing the plan, verifying effectiveness and closing the CAPA.

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Check out this CAPA template following 8D Problem-Solving.

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Problem Statement

What's the Problem?

CAPA Risk Assessment

Root Cause Analysis

But Why?

Cause & Effect Analysis

Pitfalls in Root Cause Analysis

CAPA Planning

The best laid CAPA plans

CAPA Execution

Execute the CAPA plan

Verification of Effectiveness

Did you solve the problem?

Celebrate and Close

Tell them what you've done!

Containment & Correction

vs Corrective Actions

Containment & Correction vs Corrective Actions

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