What are the powers of the GMP inspectors in inspections?

10.05.2021

Question of the Week

According to Directive 2001/83/EC, Article 111, the powers of the competent authority are:
• Inspect manufacturing or commercial establishments and any laboratories entrusted by the holder of the manufacturing authorisation with the task of carrying out checks pursuant to Article 20
• Take samples
• Examine any documents relating to the object of the inspection

[GMP Compliance Adviser, Chapter 21.B]

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