| Step | Food safety supervisor | Programme owner | Specialist contractor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Prepare the sample | |||
| 2. Inoculate the tubes | |||
| 3. Incubate and score | |||
| 4. Look up the MPN | |||
| 5. Interpret with care |
One person often holds several roles in a small business. Verifying is best done by someone who didn't do the work.