Trial Master File Inspection Readiness Checklist Form
Use this checklist to assess whether the Trial Master File is organized, complete, and ready for inspection.
Study Identification
Study/Protocol ID
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Study Title
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Sponsor/Company Name
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CRO or Site Organization Name
Primary Contact Name and Role/Title
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Inspection Context
Inspection Type
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Routine
For-cause
Pre-inspection readiness review
Sponsor audit
Other
Expected Inspection Date or Date Range
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-
Month
-
Day
Year
Date
Current TMF Location/System
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Please Select
eTMF
Paper TMF
Hybrid
Inspection Scope or Authority (if applicable)
Document Quality and Gaps
Overall document quality readiness
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Poor
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Excellent
10
1 is Poor, 10 is Excellent
Major gaps or issues identified
Corrective actions in progress
Responsible owner and remediation deadline
Access and Final Confirmation
Is the TMF searchable and accessible for inspectors?
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Yes
Partially
No
Access restrictions or special instructions
Is the team’s final assessment that the TMF is inspection ready?
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Yes
No
Needs Review
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