21 CFR Part 11 Compliance Checklists
21 CFR Part 11 Compliance Checklists
21 CFR Part 11 Compliance Checklists
Part 1: Validation
❏ Is the system validated?
❏ Is it possible to discern invalid or altered records?
❏ Are the records readily retrievable throughout their retention period?
❏ Is system access limited to authorized individuals?
❏ If the sequence of system steps or events is important, is this enforced by the system
(process control system)?
❏ Does the system ensure that only authorized individuals can use it, electronically sign
records, alter a record, or perform other operations?
❏ If it is a requirement of the system that input data or instructions can only come from
certain input devices (e.g. terminals) does the system check the validity of the source of
any data instructions received? (Note: This applies where data or instructions can come
from more than one device, and therefore the system must verify the integrity of its
source, such as a network of weight scales, or remote, radio controlled terminals).
❏ Is there documented training, including on the job training for system users, developers,
IT support staff?
❏ Is there a written policy that makes individuals fully accountable and responsible for
actions initiated under their electronic signatures?
❏ Is the distribution of, access to, and use of systems operation and maintenance
documentation controlled?
❏ Is data encrypted?
❏ Are digital signatures used?