What ensures personnel stay competent in GCP over time?

• A. One-time training with no refreshers.
• B. Initial and ongoing GCP training with documentation and refreshers as required.
• C. Training only for new staff.
• D. No training is necessary.

Answer: (B)

Staying competent in GCP relies on ongoing education, not a single training event. Initial training gives staff the foundation, but guidelines, protocols, and safety practices evolve, so refreshers are needed to keep knowledge current and aligned with actual practices. Documentation of every training activity provides a verifiable record for audits, showing who was trained, when, and what was covered, which supports accountability and compliance. Requiring refreshers as appropriate ensures that the entire team stays up-to-date, even as roles or processes change. The other options miss this ongoing, documented, and role-relevant approach, making them inadequate for maintaining long-term competence.