Path: Transactions > Work Order > Records / Results-Test Items Subtab
When a job requires the use of a tool or maintenance-worthy item, you can track when the item was used and the item's calibration date at the time of use. This information is found on the Test Items Subtab.
Once added to this window, the information remains static. For example, the Last Calibrated entry on this window does not change in the future when the item is re-calibrated; rather, the window shows you a snapshot of the calibration date when the item was used for this work order. If a problem is found with the calibration of the linked tool or equipment, all work done using the item can then be located for re-evaluation. This is of benefit to Biomed departments to meet a Joint Commission requirement. The information is also required for ISO-9001 certification.
Items are entered on this Subtab via the Costs Tab. When you click the Cost button in Edit mode, one of the Cost Type selections available is Test Items.
If a fee for using this item is charged, click the Chargeable or Flat Rate check box and complete the related fields that are required such as Unit Cost. When the [Item Record] / Rates Tab-Usage Rates Subtab has been completed, rates default from that record.
Lines on the Test Items Subtab can be deleted in Edit mode. This is true whether the item is chargeable or not. If a chargeable item has been posted, the deletion shows as a negative number on the Costs Tab.