Qualitative Area
a. All work surfaces (counter tops) are cleaned and sanitized before
initiating daily operations.
b. The outside of glass and plastic enrichment containers is sanitized prior
to transfer to subsequent enrichments.
c. The outside of transfer racks is sanitized prior to incubation and upon
removal from waterbaths.
d. All work areas are sanitized between setup of different sample batches.
e. Biohazard bags are removed and decontaminated once filled and at the
end of the day.
f. Trash containers are emptied once filled and at the end of the day.
g. Refrigerators, sinks, side panels, drawers, trash bins, incubators,
waterbaths and carts are cleaned and sanitized weekly.