Identification
Workstation ID and physical location with department, room number, and unique identifier that ties records to a single testing station for traceability and audits.
A complete Work Station record reduces clinical and regulatory risk, supports chain-of-custody for specimens, and documents training and equipment status required by healthcare and laboratory standards.
Primary users typically include laboratory managers, clinical technologists, and compliance staff tasked with safe, traceable testing operations.
Other stakeholders include quality assurance, IT, and external auditors who reference the record during inspections or incident investigations.
Workstation ID and physical location with department, room number, and unique identifier that ties records to a single testing station for traceability and audits.
Detailed layout including bench placement, biosafety cabinet model, power requirements, and any physical barriers or PPE storage locations required for safe operation.
Procedures for surface decontamination, waste disposal, sharps handling, and PPE requirements tied to applicable protocols and institutional infection prevention policies.
How electronic results, specimen labels, and PHI are stored and transmitted, including access controls and whether a BAA is required for vendors handling protected health information.
Manufacturer calibrations, verification dates, next due date, and a linked calibration certificate or log demonstrating instrument performance and traceable maintenance.
List of authorized operators, dates of initial and ongoing competency assessments, and signatures or attestations confirming employees are qualified for assigned tasks.
| Field | Configuration | Setting |
|---|---|
| Authentication Method | SSO or SMS two-factor required |
| Field Validation Rules | MM/DD/YYYY dates; serial numbers required |
| Conditional Sections | Show calibration fields when equipment present |
| Notification Recipients | QC, lab manager, and compliance email alerts |
Confirm supported file formats, authentication options, and integrations before deploying an online Work Station workflow.
Complete workstation record and approvals before first patient-facing use
Conduct a full review of setup, training, and SOPs at least once every 12 months
Document each calibration event at time of service and record next due date
Report critical incidents promptly to lab leadership and QA for investigation
Review and update related SOPs whenever equipment or process changes occur
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| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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