Training activity information
Details
Analyse a quality control failure or performance deterioration, assessing the cause and appropriate response. Plan and carry out necessary further investigative and/or corrective steps
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Alert and action levels in quality control testing
- Quality control test design and sensitivity/specificity
- Clinical performance requirements of equipment
- Corrective and preventative actions (CAPA)
- Service contracts
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 |
Outcome
Identify deviations and errors, evaluate their impact, and formulate appropriate responses to best mitigate adverse effects on patient care and outcomes. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Devise and apply solutions to commonly arising issues to meet patient care objectives in a safe and non-discriminatory manner, drawing on both own relevant specialist knowledge and skills, and those of others. |