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Which document is NOT typically required for a GMP application?
Which document is NOT typically required for a GMP application?
How long can an incomplete GMP application remain dormant before being rejected?
How long can an incomplete GMP application remain dormant before being rejected?
Which of these situations would qualify for a virtual GMP inspection?
Which of these situations would qualify for a virtual GMP inspection?
Which method of GMP inspection involves physically visiting the manufacturing site?
Which method of GMP inspection involves physically visiting the manufacturing site?
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What is a 'desk review' in the context of GMP applications?
What is a 'desk review' in the context of GMP applications?
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What does it mean when a GMP application is categorized as a 'variation'?
What does it mean when a GMP application is categorized as a 'variation'?
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What is a 'joint' GMP inspection?
What is a 'joint' GMP inspection?
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Besides a physical visit, what other type of document could be used by the Authority to satisfy itself that an application has complied with good manufacturing practices?
Besides a physical visit, what other type of document could be used by the Authority to satisfy itself that an application has complied with good manufacturing practices?
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What is the typical timeframe for a follow-up GMP inspection after an initial inspection?
What is the typical timeframe for a follow-up GMP inspection after an initial inspection?
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Follow-up GMP inspections are primarily focused on:
Follow-up GMP inspections are primarily focused on:
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Special GMP inspections may be initiated for all the following reasons EXCEPT:
Special GMP inspections may be initiated for all the following reasons EXCEPT:
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A special GMP inspection can be focused on:
A special GMP inspection can be focused on:
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Which of the following is NOT typically required when applying for a GMP inspection?
Which of the following is NOT typically required when applying for a GMP inspection?
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What type of document detailing previous regulatory actions is needed when applying for a GMP inspection?
What type of document detailing previous regulatory actions is needed when applying for a GMP inspection?
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What document related to previous inspections must be submitted when applying for a GMP inspection?
What document related to previous inspections must be submitted when applying for a GMP inspection?
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Which of these certificates is NOT listed as proof of good practices within the documentation required when applying for GMP inspection?
Which of these certificates is NOT listed as proof of good practices within the documentation required when applying for GMP inspection?
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What should a food manufacturer establish, validate, maintain, and implement to ensure all parts of the establishment and equipment are cleaned or sanitized adequately?
What should a food manufacturer establish, validate, maintain, and implement to ensure all parts of the establishment and equipment are cleaned or sanitized adequately?
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What specific aspects should be included in a cleaning or sanitizing program, at a minimum?
What specific aspects should be included in a cleaning or sanitizing program, at a minimum?
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What parameters for Cleaning In Place (CIP) systems should be defined and monitored?
What parameters for Cleaning In Place (CIP) systems should be defined and monitored?
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A process must be performed to confirm the effectiveness of a cleaning procedure, what is this process called?
A process must be performed to confirm the effectiveness of a cleaning procedure, what is this process called?
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Who should be nominated by food manufacturers to manage pest control activities?
Who should be nominated by food manufacturers to manage pest control activities?
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What principle should pest control programs be based upon?
What principle should pest control programs be based upon?
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What should be ensured about a food manufacturing site's tools and equipment?
What should be ensured about a food manufacturing site's tools and equipment?
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Under which of the following conditions will an applicant be assessed under desk review?
Under which of the following conditions will an applicant be assessed under desk review?
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What is the purpose of monitoring sanitation effectiveness?
What is the purpose of monitoring sanitation effectiveness?
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What is a crucial aspect of food safety management that manufacturers must implement?
What is a crucial aspect of food safety management that manufacturers must implement?
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Which of the following is the main purpose of implementing good hygiene practices in food manufacturing?
Which of the following is the main purpose of implementing good hygiene practices in food manufacturing?
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What is the role of prerequisite programs in food safety?
What is the role of prerequisite programs in food safety?
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Where should food manufacturing premises be located?
Where should food manufacturing premises be located?
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What is the primary consideration for the location of a food processing premises?
What is the primary consideration for the location of a food processing premises?
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When the applicant holds a food safety certificate, but it is not from a country with Mutual Recognition Agreement, on what does the decision rely?
When the applicant holds a food safety certificate, but it is not from a country with Mutual Recognition Agreement, on what does the decision rely?
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What should manufacturers ensure regarding prerequisite programs?
What should manufacturers ensure regarding prerequisite programs?
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What should a HACCP plan include according to the provided guidelines?
What should a HACCP plan include according to the provided guidelines?
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According to the guidelines, what is the minimum educational qualification typically required for the personnel in charge of production?
According to the guidelines, what is the minimum educational qualification typically required for the personnel in charge of production?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the personnel requirements for a food manufacturer?
Which of the following is NOT one of the personnel requirements for a food manufacturer?
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According to the guidelines, what does the term 'maintained documents' refer to?
According to the guidelines, what does the term 'maintained documents' refer to?
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What is required of food manufacturers regarding their personnel's expertise?
What is required of food manufacturers regarding their personnel's expertise?
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According to these guidelines, what is an essential element of a food safety system?
According to these guidelines, what is an essential element of a food safety system?
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What should the organizational structure within a food manufacturing company ensure?
What should the organizational structure within a food manufacturing company ensure?
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What do the guidelines refer to as 'retained documents'?
What do the guidelines refer to as 'retained documents'?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a retained document according to the provided list?
Which of the following is NOT considered a retained document according to the provided list?
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What should be clearly stated in a document, according to good documentation practices?
What should be clearly stated in a document, according to good documentation practices?
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Which of these is a record related to the quality of the water used in production?
Which of these is a record related to the quality of the water used in production?
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What is the requirement regarding the language of documents in manufacturing?
What is the requirement regarding the language of documents in manufacturing?
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What is essential regarding changes to a document?
What is essential regarding changes to a document?
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Which of the following is a record primarily focused on product safety?
Which of the following is a record primarily focused on product safety?
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What type of plan ensures that equipment is functioning correctly?
What type of plan ensures that equipment is functioning correctly?
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Which of these records is used to trace a product's history?
Which of these records is used to trace a product's history?
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Study Notes
Rwanda FDA Guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practices for Food Products
- Document Number: FDISM/FDIC/GDL/004
- Revision Date: 23/01/2023
- Review Due Date: 30/01/2026
- Revision No.: 1
- Approval Date: 25/01/2023
- Effective Date: 31/01/2023
Foreword
- Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA): A regulatory body established by Law N° 003/2018.
- Mission: To regulate the manufacture of food products in Rwanda.
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Guidelines for food production, outlining minimum requirements for premises, equipment, personnel, quality and process controls, documentation, storage and validation.
- Purpose of guidelines: Provide guidance to food manufacturers on complying with GMP to ensure quality and safe food products.
- Goal: To ensure the produced food is safe and suitable for consumption.
- Prerequisites: Procedures for quality assurance and control are necessary.
Guidelines Development History
- May 2019: First Issue
- 13/05/2019: Adoption by Rwanda FDA
- 25/08/2022: Stakeholders Consultation
- 02/09/2022: Adoption of Stakeholders' Comments
- 31/01/2023: Effective Date
- Doc Revision Number: Updated to 1 in 2023 from initial zero revisions
Glossary of Terms
- Authority: Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA)
- Batch: Quantity of material produced during a defined period of manufacture
- Batch Number: Unique combination of numbers/letters to identify a batch
- Competent authority: Person or organization with authority to perform a food control regulatory function.
- Contract manufacture: Manufacture or partial manufacture ordered by one party and executed by another.
- Critical Control Point (CCP): Material, location, practice, or procedure in which loss of control would result in an unacceptable food safety risk.
- Contamination: Action of making a product impure by pollution or poisoning
- Documentation: Written procedures, instructions, quality control records, and test results for product manufacture
- Durable construction: Resistance of materials to degradation over time.
- Finished Product: Product that has completed all stages of manufacture and packaging
- Food Allergen: Food substance which, in some sensitive individuals, causes an immune response.
- Food Control: Regulatory activity of enforcement by authorities.
- Hazard: Biological, chemical or physical agent in food which poses safety risk.
- Hazard Analysis: Investigation to collect and evaluate information on hazards
- HACCP: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point
- ISO: International Organization for Standardization
- GMP: Good Manufacturing Practices
- Non-potable water: Water unsuitable for human consumption
- Potable water: Water suitable for human consumption
- Rework: Unincorporated food product kept for further use.
- Risk: Probability that a particular consequence results from a hazard.
- SOP: Standard Operating Procedure
- Unsafe Product: Product that is defective.
Table of Contents (Sections)
- Introduction
- Good Manufacturing Practice Inspection
- Areas of GMP Inspection
- Granting, Refusal and Validity of Certificate of Compliance with GMP
- Requirements for Premises
- Personnel Hygiene Guidelines
- Employee Health and Wellness Measures
- Waste Management
- Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
- Good practices in Quality Control
- Complaints Handling
- Traceability System
- Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Self-inspection
- Change Control
- Establishment of a Scientific and Advisory Committee
- Commencement
- References
- Appendices
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