# The Food Safety (Sampling and Qualifications) (Scotland) Regulations 2013, Regulation 9: Procedure where a sample is to be examined


An authorised officer who has procured a sample under section 29 of the Act and who considers that it should be examined must—
(a) if necessary place the sample in a suitable container and seal the container;
(b) mark or label the sample or container; and
(c) as soon as reasonably practicable—
(i) submit the sample for examination; and
(ii) give notice to the owner that it is to be examined.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2013/84/regulation/9 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/food-safety-sampling-and-qualifications-scotland-regulations-2013/regulation-9
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