Machine Handling, Purpose :
Machine Handling, To lay down the procedure for handling of machine during breakdown.
Machine Handling, Scope :
This SOP is applicable for the Production Area of XX Pharmaceuticals Limited.
Definitions / Abbreviation:
[][]N/A.
Responsibilities:
[][]The Roles and Responsibilities are as follows:
Operator
[][]To follow the laid down procedure.
Executive, Production
[][]To monitor and check the laid down procedure.
Manager, Production
[][]To implement this correctly.
Manager, Quality Assurance
[][]To approve the Document
Procedure:
Precaution :
[][]Ensure that proper safety instructions are followed.
Activities:
[][]Shut OFF the main switch of the electric connection.
[][]Inform working Exe. / Sr. Exe., Production about the break-down status of the machine and In-charge is needed to confirm the extent of break-down priority basis.
[][]After checking the nature of break-down, he will intimate Engineering department through ‘Maintenance Request Form’ ( Annexure – I ) Send it to the General Manager, Engineering or his nominee for immediate course of action.
[][]Put off others utility line immediately one by one, so that, the machine turns neutral.
[][]Collect all the processing materials / intermediates and also product into the air-tight container being available before break-down of the machine.
[][]Clean the machine surface and outside by the vacuum cleaner and also the lint free cloth.
[][]Display the label ‘Under Maintenance’ on the front side of the machine for declaring its status.
[][]Involve machine Operator(s) throughout the Maintenance Process for speed up the Engineering job.
[][]Record the total down time of the Machine in the ‘Equipment Log Book along with it’s cleaning for next processing.
[][]Inform Quality Compliance Personnel to verify the extent of machine cleaning for next processing.
Annexure:
Annexure I – Maintenance Request Form