signatures on training docs.?

I've seen posts about electronic records for quality checks, but not sure if those related to training docs.? I am wondering how others document remote training (for ex., on work instructions)? We are ISO 9001 registered and now have numerous associates working at home. Our current internal Training SOP calls for signatures, and we scan and retain these records. For “virtual” training through Webex Meetings, I don’t expect that (and don’t see that is an ISO requirement) and plan to edit our SOP to say something like: “For in-person training, signatures are preferred. However, training held virtually may be documented with names and the trainer’s assurance of attendance and material covered.” In other words, no one signing anything. Thoughts or best practices from others?

 

Hi Patts,

I've conducted some virtual training of late. I've asked virtual attendees to send me an email stating which sessions they attended and that's it.

In the past I always had people sign a training log for in-person training, but I've become more like Andy and asked what value I got from keeping those logs and the answer was not much. I've started just sending the training invites by email and then, afterward, just entering the data in our training software. Unless a competency test is required, I'm not keeping other records, signature logs, etc.

 

Thank you, both, Andy and Mike S. This validates my planned practice and is much appreciated!