Internal and External Quality Control
A record keeping system is a vital component of an internal quality control program. Record keeping systems include:
- instrument maintenance logs
- calibration logs
- temperature logs
- water quality logs
- quality control results
- quality control charts
Each log includes:
- date
- time
- name of employee performing check or maintenance
- results
- description of maintenance performed
- problem description
- problem solving and verification steps
The record keeping system can be used to:
- monitor compliance with quality control procedures
- train employees in problem detection and problem solving
- help prevent instrument breakdowns
- evaluate service personnel performance
- identify topics for continuing education programs
- help ensure reliable patient results
