SOPs specify job steps that help standardize products and, therefore, quality. To ensure that processes continue uninterrupted and are completed on a prescribed schedule. By following SOPs, you assist in avoiding process shut-downs caused by equipment failure or other facility damage.

Why SOPs are necessary in laboratories?

SOPs are written instructions that detail the steps to be performed during a given experimental procedure and include information about potential hazards and how these hazards will be mitigated. SOPs should be written by laboratory personnel who are most knowledgeable and involved with the experimental process.

What is the purpose of SOP standard operating procedure?

The purpose of a SOP is to provide detailed instructions on how to carry out a task so that any team member can carry out the task correctly every time. The purpose or objective of a SOP should restate and expand a well-written title. A well-written SOP will facilitate training.