AOAC CASP Meeting

Discussion of Best Practices in Testing Cannabis • Equipment and PPE recommendations • Sample storage and workflow • Aseptic technique • Matrix categorization and its impact on validation and verification • Recommendations for training & education resources • Quality control recommendations including environmental monitoring • Identification and importance of proficiency testing providers and  available reference materials  Training Module 1: Microbiology and Cannabis  Testing Facilities

Validation and Verification of Testing Methods • Overview of SMPR on Aspergillus (and subsequent SMPRs) • AOAC PTM & OMA Validation Processes  Training Module 1: Microbiology and Cannabis  Testing Facilities • Including ‐ matrix selection, inoculum preparation and testing  requirements  • Importance and specifications required for verification (fit‐for‐ purpose) testing • Application in your laboratory • Review of resources (ISO 16140‐3, FDA BAM, State regulations)