AOAC STANDARDS & METHODS ORIENTATION E-BOOK

9/10/2019

How it Works: The Details Transition to Final Action Status

• ERP will monitor performance and data submitted for two  years

• Further data indicative of adequate method reproducibility  performance to be collected. Data may be collected via a  collaborative study or by proficiency or other testing data of  similar magnitude • Methods submitted for Final Action will need to have the manuscripts published first • ERP reviews will entail a peer review of manuscript prior to recommendation of Final Action

How it Works: The Details Transition to Final Action Status

• Removed from Official First Action and OMA if no evidence  of method use or no data indicative of adequate method  reproducibility is forthcoming 

• ERP makes recommendations to the Official Methods Board  (OMB)

• OMB renders decision on transition to Final Action Status

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