Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Join us for a Lunch discussion on Human Factors

PADT is sponsoring the next AZBio Peer to Peer Luncheon on Thursday, November 13. The topic is on the FDA's growing emphasis on human factors.

Next year the FDA is expected to adopt its newest and most comprehensive human factors standard. Patricia A. Patterson, CPT, President of Agilis Consulting Group and a Certified Performance Technologist, will provide a basic introduction to the topic including:

  • The FDA's position on human factors and use error
  • The 7 Common Mistakes the FDA sees manufacturers make regarding human factors
  • What we can expect in HE 75: Human Factors Design for Medical Devices

Discussion questions include:

  1. How would you describe your company's current compliance with FDA human factors standards and guidelines?
  2. What, if any, challenges do you anticipate ensuring compliance with HE: 75?
  3. What FDA - Human Factors experiences can you share and lessons learned?
  4. How has human factors influenced your bottom line?

This is your opportunity to interact with colleagues and to have your questions answered by experienced peers in your industry. Space is limited - reserve your seat by registering here.