FSIS will host a virtual open house on December 13, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET. The open house will present laboratory basics and include specific topics based on recent feedback and frequent questions received by the FSIS laboratories.

The event topics will include:

• An overview of the Laboratory System, Quality Assurance and Accreditation
• FSIS FY2022 Sampling Plan and Data Capture
• The process for sample submission and receipt from Field Inspection Staff
• Microbiology methods for Salmonella and Canned Goods
• An overview of the Material Transfer Agreement process to obtain FSIS isolates in support of food safety research
• Chemistry methods for Aminoglycosides and Metals

The topics will be presented via a combination of live demonstrations and presentations.

Participants must pre-register to receive detail information to the event.