Uphold the integrity of cellular therapy by becoming a FACT Inspector
FACT Inspectors play a critical role in upholding the quality and integrity of cellular therapy and cord blood banking programs. These experienced professionals ensure that accredited organizations meet rigorous, evidence-based standards for patient care and product handling. By providing their expertise, FACT Inspectors not only safeguard quality and patient safety but also strengthen the global community of accredited cellular therapy and cord blood programs.
Inspector Benefits
The majority of FACT inspectors say the greatest benefit of serving as an inspector is the opportunity to give back to the field of cellular therapy. FACT is also committed to serving its inspectors and providing resources not only for conducting inspections, but for improving their own organizations' practices.
Exposure to Exemplary Practices
By observing how other facilities operate and meet FACT Standards, inspectors are able to gain new ideas, collaborate with experts, and build peer networks.
Free Access to FACT Educational Resources
Volunteer inspectors have free access to both in-person and online educational events with an annual value of $2,000.
Contributions to Standards Development
Inspectors learn diverse approaches to meeting FACT Standards and are eligible to serve on the Standards Committee to contribute more directly to their development.
Professional Development
Involvement in the FACT inspectorate offers ongoing education, networking, and exposure to diverse perspectives.
Other Benefits
Developing professional skills and accomplishments
Traveling domestically and internationally
Utilizing online tools and resources created just for inspectors
Taking advantage of opportunities to serve on FACT committees
Requirements to become a FACT Inspector
In order to evaluate programs thoroughly and fairly, FACT Inspectors must have a deep understanding of clinical, collection, laboratory, and quality systems. Through on-site evaluations and documentation reviews, FACT Inspectors help identify strengths, highlight areas for improvement, and share best practices—contributing to continuous improvement across the field.
Initial Requirements
To become an inspector, review the inspector qualifications and apply online.
Annual Requirements
Annual requirement to maintain active FACT Inspector status:
Conflict of Interest & Acknowledgements
Standards Test [required for each edition]
Setting the standards for excellence
Inspectors: Heart and Soul of FACT
The achievements of FACT are attributed to the generosity of our volunteers in lending their time and expertise to the accreditation process.
A sincere thank you to all our volunteers. Your excellence drives our success!
