Seminar "Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance according to Article 15 MDR"

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Get the necessary know­ledge and prepare yourself for your new role
Cheerful People Listening to a Seminar
Get the necessary know­ledge and prepare yourself for your new role

In this seminar, you will learn about the tasks and duties of the Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance (PRRC) required by the MDR and IVDR and how to perform your new role in the company in accordance with the requirements.  

Online Seminar

21.
October 2025
seats available
Speaker
Dr. Bernhard Gerstenecker

Language
Deutsch
Further information about the seminar as well as the schedule can be found in the information sheet:
680,00 € plus VAT.
809,00 € (incl. VAT.)

Get a precise over­view of your future tasks and duties

First, you will gain insight into the legal basics and learn how to correctly interpret the regulatory requirements and relevant guidance documents. Based on this, we will show you what taking on this role will mean for you in concrete terms.   

97% of participants recommend this seminar!

The trainer explained in a very pleasant, expert and, above all, understandable manner what the role of PRRC entails. It was also impressive that, based on his extensive practical experience, he could provide examples of the daily practice in the role mentioned.

 

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Carry out your new role in the company in accordance with the requirements

In the seminar, we focus on implementation in the company.

You will learn:

  • which qualifications and prerequisites are necessary for the role of the PRRC.
  • how to successfully integrate the role into your organiza­tional ​​​​​​​structure and quality management system.
  • when it is permissible to divide responsibility among several people.
  • to what extent the PRRC can be held liable. 

Benefit from valuable prac­tical tips and assis­tance from our experi­enced expert

Our expert will provide you with valuable tips and assistance for delegating responsi­bility and dealing with disputes. He will also present you proven solutions using the example of the compa­rable Qualified Person from the pharmaceutical sector. 

Certificate

There is a voluntary online exam at the end of the seminar (duration: approx. 20 min). By passing this exam, you will receive a certificate proving your newly acquired knowledge and skills in addition to your attendance confir­mation.

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Further Information

Learning Content

The seminar covers the following topics:

  • Technical expertise, legal basis MDR and IVDR (Article 15), Guidance MDCG 2019-7   
  • Individual tasks of the Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance:   
    • Conformity of the produced devices and technical documentation   
    • Post-market surveillance   
    • Reporting serious incidents, recalls, and trends   
  • Possibilities of implementing a job description   
  • Sharing of responsibility among several people   
  • Advantages and disadvantages of an internal PRRC vs. an external one  
  • Liability of the PRRC (internally and externally)   
  • Comparison with pharmaceutical industry   
  • Medical Devices Implementation Act (MPDG) and its penal and fine provisions   
  • Dealing with disputes 
Learning Objectives 

After the seminar, you will know: 

  • the detailed tasks of the PRRC  
  • the requirements and qualification profile of a PRRC  
  • the organizational interfaces to the necessary departments in the company  
  • The liability in the context of the tasks involved 
Target Group

This seminar is designed for individuals who, for example, perform one or more of the following roles:

  • Former Safety Officer for Medical Devices   
  • Quality Management Representative  
  • CEO  
Requirements for Participation

Knowledge of the regulatory requirements of the MDR and IVDR is helpful. However, participants can follow this seminar well even without detailed prior knowledge, as a brief introduction to the regulatory basics is part of the seminar. An understanding of your own medical devices is also helpful.

What happens after registration?

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the meeting link, the time, and information about the participants.  

An invoice will be sent to you within the next 48 hours, with a payment term of 14 days. If this payment term is not feasible for your company, please send a short e-mail to [email protected] to find a solution.  

Three days before our online seminars and workshops, you will receive two e-mails: The first contains the final link to the seminar and the second contains the access data to a cloud folder in which you will find documents for preparation, exercises, and presentations.   

If the seminar or workshop takes place in person, you will also receive the access link to your seminar documents three days before the date of the event. We will also provide documents in digital form for in-person events.

How is the seminar conducted? 

The seminar takes place either in person or online.  

Our online/remote seminars and workshops are conducted via the video conferencing tool MS Teams. We recommend dialing in 20 minutes before the seminar begins so that any technical problems can be resolved in good time. If you have any questions or encounter any issues, our team is always available to help. 

We also recommend that you arrive at the seminar room approximately 20 minutes before the start of the face-to-face events.

At the end of the seminar, you will receive a feedback link for evaluation. The following day, we will send you your certificate of attendance.

What happens if questions or problems arise?

If you experience technical problems while participating or have any other questions, you can contact our support team anytime, even at short notice. The documents provided also include an emergency number to help you in urgent cases.

Our general FAQ section answers further technical and organizational questions.

Get to know your trainer

Trainer Dr. Bernhard Gerstenecker

Dr. Bernhard Gerstenecker has a PhD in microbiology and has spent his entire professional life in the medical device industry dealing with all aspects of IVD systems. For around 25 years, he developed immunochemical reagents and test procedures, established and further developed QM systems, and worked on regulatory affairs requirements. In addition, he worked for ten years in the IVD medical device industry as a quality and regulatory affairs manager. At the Johner Institute, he supports our customers in outsourcing regulatory roles such as external QMR and PRRC, establishing eQMS solutions, reviewing technical documentation, and conducting internal audits.  

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