ISO 7218:2007 PDF Download

ISO 7218:2007 is a standard that provides general requirements and guidance for microbiological examinations in the field of food and animal feeding stuffs. It is intended to be used for the implementation of ISO TC34/SC9 or TC34/SC5 standards for the detection or enumeration of microorganisms.

The standard also serves as a guide for good laboratory practices in food microbiological laboratories. While it does not provide detailed instructions for such practices, it refers to available manuals for that purpose. Additionally, ISO 7218:2007 offers guidance for the accreditation of food microbiological laboratories, outlining the technical requirements for accreditation according to the appendix of ISO/IEC 17025:2005.

ISO 7218:2007 covers examinations for bacteria, yeasts, and molds. However, it does not encompass the examination for toxins or other metabolites produced by microorganisms such as amines. The standard is applicable to the microbiology of food, animal feeding stuffs, as well as the food and primary production environments.

The primary objectives of ISO 7218:2007 are to ensure the validity of food microbiology examinations, facilitate consistency and uniformity in laboratory techniques and results, and contribute to the safety of laboratory personnel by minimizing the risk of infection. It is important to note that while this standard provides general requirements and guidance, specific instructions for the examination of prions, parasites, and viruses may need to be supplemented.