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[Leigh Owen]

Good Afternoon Everyone

 

I know that there have been numerous topics posted regarding the Validation of the test piece sizes chosen for the verifications conducted on the metal detectors; however, my question is, do you really have to do a Validation Study annually? I understand conducting a calibration annually but the validation study should stay the same unless, you change metal detectors to a different make or model, if you change pack sizes passed through the metal detector or you change the product type going through the metal detector (e.g. now wanting to pass a paste through instead of just powdered products with low A_w).

 

Am I correct in saying that?

 

We are going to be doing our FSSC audit in 2 months time, so I want to ensure that I am correct in my understanding of a validation study and I don't run into a problem here.

 

Kind Regards

Leigh

[Scampi]

Validation is only required when there is a process/product/equipment change (just like any CCP validation)

 

HOWEVER, you do need to reassess the MD annually, by reviewing and trending the data as part of your haccp plan reassessment

[Leigh Owen]

Many thanks, I appreciate the confirmation.

 

Have a good day.

 

Kind Regards

 

Leigh