The ACHIEVE Blog

Insights on risk management topics and tips and techniques for implementation.

Weekly Live Series, Episode 4: Challenges of Using P1, P2 Approach achievelivesessions probability risk analysis risk estimation risk level May 23, 2022

Although not a mandatory requirement of ISO 14971, it is a common practice in the medical device industry to use the P1, P2 approach for estimating the probability of harm (POH). In many cases,...

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How to Handle the Risk of Delayed Treatment fmea hazard analysis risk analysis risk assessment risk level severity Jan 29, 2022

Should we treat it as a hazard, a hazardous situation or a harm?

A diagnostic device gives a false or invalid result causing a delay in diagnosis and therapy. The software controlling a medical...

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How to Analyze Pre and Post-Mitigation Risk Levels fmea hazard analysis risk assessment risk level Jan 23, 2022

You are developing a new implantable medical device to facilitate a less-invasive surgical procedure compared to your current legacy medical device. How do you analyze and document both...

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