W. Va. Code R. § 64-111-8

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 64-111-8 - Sampling procedures for testing

8.1. An approved laboratory must ensure that its employees prepare all samples in accordance with policies and procedures that include appropriate information necessary for identifying, collecting and transporting samples in a manner that does not endanger the integrity of the samples for any testing required by this rule.

8.2. The sampling policies must at a minimum be:

8.2.a. Appropriate to the matrix being sampled.

8.2.b. In accordance with guidance provided by the bureau.

8.3. The sampling procedures must include the following:

8.3.a. Surveying the conditions in which the sample is being stored.

8.3.b. Using appropriate sampling equipment and consistent procedures.

8.3.c. Selecting and removing equal portions for each sample.

8.3.d. Random or systematic taking of samples throughout the harvest batch or harvest lot.

8.3.e. Obtaining a minimum number of samples based on harvest batch or harvest lot size.

8.3.f. Checking all parts of the harvest batch when harvest lots are created from that harvest batch.

8.3.g. Recording on a form prescribed by the bureau all observations and procedures used when collecting the sample.

8.3.h. Creating a unique sample identification number that will be linked to the harvest batch or harvest lot number assigned by the grower/processor in the electronic tracking system.

8.3.i. Entering all required information into the electronic tracking system.

W. Va. Code R. § 64-111-8