● A document system that contains written
　documentation for all test procedures, technical
　procedures, instrument operating procedures, and
　department policy.

● A Quality Control set is included in each analytical
　batch as a requirement of standard operating
　procedures.

● The laboratory uses methods or modifications of
　published methods by AOAC, AOCS, EPA, FDA,
　SM, USP or other industry accepted
　journals/compendiums. Reference materials and
　standards are purchased from qualified reputable
　suppliers.

● Advance degrees or professionally trained laboratory
　personnel perform analysis andcross-trained staff assists
　when necessary.

● Instrument Operating Procedure contains sections
　covering both routine and non-routine maintenance.
　Each equipment is calibrated prior to each analysis
　Duplicates or spikes are performed with each batch
　of 10-15 samples. Blanks are followed at the beginning
　and ending of testing.

● IL has an Out-of-Specification procedure in the event
　that results do not meet specifications (claims)
　provided by the client.