Sampling and testing for STEC
Sampling and testing is one of the ways to demonstrate that FSMS or HACCP procedures are effective and working properly. Enforcing authorities (including local authorities, Food Standards Scotland (FSS) and the Food Standards Agency (FSA)) may also carry out sampling as part of their official control activities.
Important
Using the correct sampling and testing method is extremely important. Testing should be carried out using an appropriately validated method for both screening and confirmation by culture.