ISPAM September 6 2014 Meeting

ISPAM Accomplishments Microbiology

 Approved harmonized approaches for several testing parameters  Number of levels/samples/fractional positives  Results analysis/criteria/statistical analysis  Number of data sets for collaborative study/sample size  Approved Food Classification Table

ISPAM Current Work

 ISPAM approved 3 new initiatives in M h 2013 arc  Develop guidelines for method verification related to “All Foods Claim”  Harmonize methods for Salmonella through revision of ISO Method 6579 on Salmonella  Develop standards in the area of Fresh Produce  ISPAM formed sub-groups for each initiative