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In clinical research, SOPs help define the group’s (e.g. , unit, division, department, institution, etc. ) standard practices and daily processes conducted to assure execution of research tasks in accordance with institutional, state and federal guidances.  \nSOPs should contain adequate detail to clearly guide research staff through a particular procedure and thereby establish uniformity in the everyday functions of the department. Each SOP should have a specific aim but be written in a general format that can be easily followed by a broad audience. By laying out defined processes, the primary function of an SOP is to specifically avert procedural deviations.  \nSOPs for the department should be written in a uniform manner. A standard format should be followed with consistent font size, unit title, and section headers. It should include page numbers, date of initial approval, date it was effective within the department and date of revision if applicable.  \nThe key elements of the SOP at a minimum should include the objective of the SOP, definition of significant terms and acronyms, defined list of responsible individuals and details outlining the procedures with attachments of examples if applicable. It is important to reference applicable guidances and regulations within the SOP, such as ICH E6 Good Clinical Practice and 21 CFR 50. SOPs should be signed by the group’s Administrator or Director, with the date of approval that signifies the SOPs are aligned with internal policies. Existing SOPs should be reviewed at regular intervals to reassess applicability of the policy. Annual review is recommended and review prior to sponsor interactions is encouraged.  \nDistribution, education and training on new departmental SOPs should be consistent. It is important to document the date research staff have been appropriately trained and are deemed competent to perform new SOPs implemented by the department. Research staff should be monitored consistently and receive refresher training at regular intervals to ensure compliance.  \nLast updated: 26 Aug 2022  \nSOP Guidelines for Writers  \nBasic SOP Guidelines for Writers  \nThis document provides guidance for writing a standard operating procedure (SOP) . These guidelines detail the type of  \ninformation to be included within each particular SOP section, along with writing dos and don'ts.  \n1. Purpose  \nExplain the objective the SOP is intended to achieve.  \n2. Scope  \nState the range of activities the SOP applies to, as well as any limitations or exceptions.  \n3. Responsibility  \nState the personnel, departments, groups, contractors, and/or subcontractors responsible for both performing and complying with the SOP. State the person or group responsible for assuring the appropriate personnel are trained on the SOP.  \n4. Procedure  \nExplain the procedure in simple steps. Carefully think about how a procedure is performed from the very beginning. Draft the SOP in a flow diagram to help visualize the entire process. Describe specifically what to do, not how to do it. Then state who does each step and where it is recorded to be certain that whoever is performing the procedure can prove that they have done it.  \n5. Review and Revision  \nState how often the SOP is reviewed, and/or under what circumstances it is to be revised and indicate who is responsible for reviewing the SOP.  \n6. Contingencies; Corrective Actions  \nState what happens if the SOP cannot be followed and requires contingencies. Identify who needs to be notified of contingencies and what documentation is r","cbCaiiSN96QXVPsG","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiiSN96QXVPsG","pdf",61268,"English","# SOPs Overview\n## Basic SOP Guidelines for Writers\n## Sample SOPs\n## SOP Resources\n## Standard Operating Procedures","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of UCLA SOPs?\",\"answer\":\"UCLA SOPs define standard practices and daily processes so research tasks are executed consistently and in accordance with applicable guidance. 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