Operation and Maintenance of Tablet Counting Machine

1) Purpose

The purpose of this SOP is to outline the procedures for operating and maintaining the tablet counting machine to ensure accurate counting of tablets.

2) Scope

This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of the tablet counting machine in the manufacturing facility.

3) Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of production operators, maintenance staff, and quality control personnel to follow this SOP to ensure proper operation and maintenance of the tablet counting machine.

4) Procedure

4.1 Preparation

1. Ensure the work area and equipment are clean and sanitized before starting the counting process.
2. Verify the availability and integrity of tablets ready for counting.
3. Inspect the tablet counting machine, including counting sensors and discharge mechanisms, to ensure they are clean and calibrated.

4.2 Counting Process

1. Set up the counting parameters such as speed, sensitivity, and batch size according to product specifications.
2. Load the tablets into the counting machine and start the counting process.
3. Monitor the counting process to ensure accurate counting and sorting of tablets.

4.3 Cleaning and Maintenance

1. Stop the tablet counting machine after completing the counting batch.
2. Clean the counting sensors, discharge chutes, and conveyor belts thoroughly to remove any tablet residues.
3. Perform routine maintenance tasks such as checking and calibrating counting sensors and lubricating moving parts.

5) Abbreviations, if any

N/A

6) Documents, if any

Batch production record, Cleaning log, Tablet counting specifications

7) Reference, if any

GMP guidelines, Manufacturer’s operating manual for tablet counting machine

8) SOP Version

Version 1.0