Thermoduric Bacteria Sample Clauses

Thermoduric Bacteria. If a result over 2,000 cfu/mL occurs, a sample from your following consignment of Milk will be tested (a retest) to confirm the original result. If your test results are equal to or exceed 5,000 cfu/mL you will be contacted directly by a Bega representative to determine appropriate remedial action to resolve the issue. If results are 5,000 cfu/mL or above, daily testing is required until the results are below 5,000 cfu/mL. The test turnaround time is 3 days. • Suspension under section 6.6(d) of this Agreement may also be applied for a breach of this Quality Standard in the event of persistent failures to meet the control limit over six consecutive Quality Assessment Periods. • We will notify you prior to commencing any period of suspension. • If collection of Milk is suspended, the Resupply Procedure will apply.

Thermoduric Bacteria. Thermoduric bacteria are organisms that may survive pasteurisation and processing and can affect the end product by causing premature spoilage. A test for thermoduric bacteria will be conducted at least once every 10 days. The maximum allowable thermoduric bacteria level is 2,000 colony-forming units (cfu) per ml. If a test result is over this limit, penalties will apply in accordance with section 26.9. If a test result for thermoduric bacteria exceeds 10,000 cfu per ml, the supplier will be contacted by the Regional Manager to discuss remedial steps.