Dear all,

 

I’d be interested to hear from others on how they have handled UKAS requirements relating to the measurement uncertainty of fridge temperature monitoring systems.

 

We have calculated the uncertainty of calibrated thermometers and data monitors and are now trying to establish an (achievable) approach that also includes the uncertainty relating to the variation of temperatures in different zones of our fridges. UKAS have requested that all of these three items of uncertainty are factored into our acceptable ranges for our on-going temperature monitoring in all of our fridges.

 

Does anyone have a procedure for determining this (that has been accepted by UKAS) that they would be willing to share?

 

Many thanks in advance,

 

Matt

 

 

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