ALCOA Principles Flashcard

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Which ALCOA principle ensures that data can be traced back to a unique individual or source?

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Attributable

Answer explanation

The ALCOA principle 'Attributable' ensures that data can be traced back to a unique individual or source.

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How often should you review and update your understanding of ALCOA principles?

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Regularly, as part of ongoing training and development

Answer explanation

ALCOA principles should be reviewed and updated regularly as part of ongoing training and development to ensure compliance and understanding.

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What does the ALCOA principle of "Original" mean?

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Data should be the first capture of the information.

Answer explanation

The ALCOA principle of 'Original' means that data should be the first capture of the information, ensuring it is recorded accurately from the source.

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Which ALCOA principle ensures that data is correct, truthful, valid, and reliable?

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Accurate

Answer explanation

The ALCOA principle that ensures data is correct, truthful, valid, and reliable is 'Accurate'.

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What should you do if you encounter a situation that may compromise data integrity?

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Report it to your supervisor or appropriate authority

Answer explanation

Reporting the situation to your supervisor or appropriate authority is crucial to maintain data integrity and address the issue effectively.

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What does ALCOA stand for in the context of data integrity?

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Authenticity, Legibility, Completeness, Originality, Accuracy

Answer explanation

ALCOA stands for Authenticity, Legibility, Completeness, Originality, Accuracy in the context of data integrity.

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When should activities be recorded according to the ALCOA principle of "Contemporaneous"?

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At the time they occurred

Answer explanation

Activities should be recorded at the time they occurred according to the ALCOA principle of 'Contemporaneous'.

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What does the ALCOA principle of "Legible" refer to?

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Data should be written in a clear and readable manner.

Answer explanation

The ALCOA principle of 'Legible' refers to data being written in a clear and readable manner, ensuring easy understanding and interpretation.

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Why is it important for electricians, plumbers, handymen, painters, and shift technicians in a pharmaceutical field to understand ALCOA principles?

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It ensures the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products, it's a legal requirement, and it improves efficiency in job execution.

Answer explanation

Understanding ALCOA principles is important for electricians, plumbers, handymen, painters, and shift technicians in a pharmaceutical field because it ensures the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products, fulfills legal requirements, and improves efficiency in job execution.

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How can electricians, plumbers, handymen, painters, and shift technicians contribute to maintaining ALCOA principles in their work?

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By ensuring accurate documentation of their tasks, By communicating effectively with team members, By following established procedures and protocols.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'All of the above' because electricians, plumbers, handymen, painters, and shift technicians can contribute to maintaining ALCOA principles by ensuring accurate documentation, communicating effectively, and following established procedures.