Assess attributes to determine equivalence

FORM
Same physical characteristics:
• Shape
• Size
• Material of construction
• Condition FIT
Ability to connect without altering
NO YES adjoining items:
• Electrical
• Mechanical
• Pneumatic FUNCTION
• Software Performs its purpose:
• Operation
NO YES • Range
• Accuracy
• Safety
• Cleanability
• Maintainability FAILURE
Does failure pose a risk?:
NO YES • Normally open/closed state
• Signal failure high/low
• Cross contamination

YES NO

Follow Full Validation Process Change is considered Like-for-Like