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5. DOCUMENTATION<br />

RAW DATA AND DATA COLLECTION<br />

This section relates to the collection of experimental data.<br />

Carrying out the Procedures and Making the Observations<br />

Before the procedure is conducted, the study director will have ensured that:<br />

– Sufficient numbers of adequately trained and experienced staff are available.<br />

– Staff have read and understood the protocol and a copy is present where the procedure<br />

is to be carried out.<br />

– SOPs are written and are available in the work areas.<br />

If SOPs are not available for any reason (e.g. a non-standard method is to be used)<br />

this should be documented in the protocol or other study records and be available to<br />

staff following it.<br />

– Necessary equipment and supplies are available.<br />

– Data recording forms are in the work area.<br />

Before starting any procedure using equipment of any kind, the operator should<br />

ensure that it is functioning correctly and has undergone the required checks before<br />

use. In the case of a balance, this may involve use of check weights before every<br />

sequence of weighing, but at many laboratories the balance check is done less frequently<br />

unless the machine is moved. The operator should ensure that this has been<br />

done by reference to the appropriate log book or an equipment label.<br />

In summary, the important factors which are involved in making these observations<br />

are:<br />

– Adequate numbers of well-trained staff.<br />

– Appropriate equipment.<br />

– Good preparation with planning records available.<br />

– Complete instructions.<br />

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