1. In accordance with the following table, samples of approximately equal size shall be extracted evenly from the whole of the rendered material. These samples shall then be divided into groups of approximately equal numbers, the number of groups being the number of aggregate samples specified in the table. The samples in each group shall then be mixed together to form aggregate samples.
| Total consignments consigned from the premises | Number of samples extracted | Number of aggregate samples obtained by mixing the relevant number of samples |
|---|---|---|
| Loose or bagged animal protein | ||
| 1–5 consignments | 1 per consignment | 1 |
| 6–10 consignments | 1 per consignment | 2 |
| 11–15 consignments | 1 per consignment | 3 |
| Over 15 consignments | 1 per consignment | 4 |
For the purpose of this method “consignment” means the total quantity of rendered material loaded onto a single vehicle or trailer.