Food Safety Atlas

Sampling plans: n, c, m and M

Step 1 of 5

Define the lot

What happens

Identify the batch made under the same conditions at the same time.

Good looks like

Units are taken independently and at random.

How it goes wrong

Five samples come from the top of the same tray.

Who
Technical

Results only speak for the lot if units represent it. The size of the analytical unit, such as 25 g, is part of the plan.