Medical Equipment Calibration Initiative (MECI) EAC Regional forum on Quality Assurance services for the pharmaceutical sector Kampala, Uganda 8th November 2017 Allan Osoro Coordinator – Measurement Solutions RMC 2012
Calibration challenges in the medical Sector
Introduction Measurement Solutions (MS) is the R&D unit of the KEBS Metrology Department. It’s objectives are: Find measurement solutions to industry. Provide sector specific calibration trainings. Improve internal KEBS processes with regard to accuracy, automation etc
Sector specific calibration training Customizes the training to address the specific needs of the sector in terms of: Equipment Personnel Procedures Traceability
Medical Calibration Training (Level I)
Medical Calibration Training (Level II)
Outcomes
Outcomes of Sector specific training. Trained over 150 biomedical engineers. Higher awareness about calibration. Increased uptake of calibration services. Increased budget allocation for services Two national hospitals starting internal calibration systems. National public health laboratories starting a shared calibration laboratory. Higher engagement by MOH with a view to start county shared facilities.
Calibration challenges in the pharmaceutical sector
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