A New Paradigm for Validation, Verification and Monitoring
Validation, verification and monitoring are critical components of food safety and quality management programs. But even among professionals there is confusion over what is the exact function of validation and verification. To add further confusion, the terms are not defined consistently. Table 1[1-3] provides some definitions for validation, verification and monitoring.
In my food safety seminars, I ask food safety professionals to define validation and verification. This allows for meaningful conversation on the subject. In addition, it provides for a common understanding of the terms with a minimal chance for confusion.
Examples of Definitions for “Validation,” “Verification” and “Monitoring”