If you don't want to test your procedure, you probably haven't written it well enough. Have someone with a limited knowledge of the process (or a person representative of the normal reader) use your SOP to guide them. What issues did they run across? If any, address them and make the necessary improvements.  It's best to have a handful of people test your SOP. Different individuals will have different issues, allowing for a wide variety of (hopefully useful) responses Be sure to test the procedure on someone who's never done it before. Anyone with prior knowledge will be relying on their knowledge to get them through and not your work, thus defeating the purpose. At the end of the day, it doesn't really matter what your bosses think of the SOP. It's those who actually do the work that it matters to. So before you submit your work to the higher ups, show your stuff to those that'll be doing (or that do) the job. What do they think? Allowing them to get involved and feel like they're part of the process will make them more likely to accept this SOP you're working on. And they'll inevitably have some great ideas! Once the team gives you the go ahead, send it to your advisors. They'll probably have less input on the actual content itself, but they'll let you know if it meets formatting requirements, if there's anything you missed, and the protocol for making it all official and input into the system.  Route the SOP for approvals using document management systems to ensure audit trails of the approvals. This will vary from organization to organization. Basically, you want everything to meet guidelines and regulations. Signatures will be necessary and most organizations nowadays have no problem accepting electronic signatures. This may involve executing a formal training for the affect personnel (e.g. classroom training, computer-based training, etc.) or it may mean your paper is hung up in the bathroom. Whatever it is, get your work out there! You worked for it. Time for recognition! Be sure your SOP remains current. If it ever gets outdated, update it, get the updates re-approved and documented, and redistribute the SOP as necessary. Your team's safety, productivity, and success matter on it.
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One-sentence summary -- Test the procedure. Have the SOP reviewed by those who actually do the procedure. Have the SOP reviewed by your advisors and the Quality Assurance team. Once approved, start implementing your SOP.


If your leg pain is chronic, aggravated by walking or particularly severe, then seeing a chiropractor or osteopath is a good idea. Chiropractors and osteopaths are spinal specialists that focus on establishing normal motion and function of the spinal joints that connect the vertebrae by manually adjusting them. Problems in the spine, such as a disc herniation, "pinched" nerves, or degenerative arthritis, can cause pain, numbness and/or weakness in the legs — making it difficult to walk.  Although a single spinal adjustment can sometimes completely relieve your issue, more than likely it will take three to five treatments to notice significant results. Chiropractors and osteopaths also use a variety of therapies tailored more towards muscle strains, which may be more appropriate for your leg issue. Medical specialists may be needed to rule out the most serious causes of chronic leg problems, such as diabetic neuropathy, venous insufficiency (leaky vein valves of the lower leg), stress fracture of the tibia, infections, bone cancer, chronic compartment syndrome (swelling of the lower leg muscles), or popliteal artery entrapment. These conditions are obviously not common causes of tired and sore legs, but if home care and conservative therapies are not effective for soothing your legs, then more serious problems need to be considered.  X-rays, bone scans, MRI, CT scans, diagnostic ultrasound and nerve conductance studies are  diagnostic tests and modalities that specialists may use to help diagnose your leg issue. Your doctor may also send you for a blood test to rule out diabetes, inflammatory arthritis or a bone infection. You may be given compression socks to wear if the veins in your lower legs are weak or leaky. If the stress is too great in your life and it's causing musculoskeletal and/or emotional problems, then talk with a mental health professional. Aside from helping with stress, anxiety and depression, cognitive-behavioral therapy can also help with musculoskeletal pain.  Mental health professionals sometimes recommend mood altering medications such as antidepressants, which can also impact the musculoskeletal system. More natural stress-relieving practices include meditation, yoga, tai chi, and deep breathing exercises.
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One-sentence summary -- See a chiropractor or osteopath. See a medical specialist. See a mental health professional.


Gravlax, also called gravad lax, is a traditional Nordic dish which uses salt and sugar to cure the salmon. Various herbs are used to give flavor to the salmon, typically white pepper and dill, and the salmon is eaten raw after the curing process is finished.  Note: because the salmon is never cooked, keeping preparation surfaces and tools especially clean throughout the process is highly recommended. Use high-quality salmon if possible, acquired from a trustworthy source. Using farm-raised salmon is recommended, due to a lower chance of health issues. Although the chance of parasites is not high to begin with, you can reduce the risk further by freezing the salmon first, then defrosting it. Use a pair of tweezers or a small knife and fork to remove the scales and bones of the fish. Leave the dark skin beneath the scales attached to the rest of the salmon. These cuts allow the spice mixture to soak into the salmon, giving it more flavor and better preservation. Chop up one bunch of dill, or about 8 tbsp (120 mL), and crush 1 tsp (5 mL) white peppercorns. Mix these into 3¼ oz (85 g) sugar and 4 oz (120 g) salt. Experienced gravlax chefs will vary the ratios of these ingredients to suit their tastes, but the large quantities of sugar and salt are important so the salmon is properly cured. Heap the spice mix onto the salmon fillets, turning the salmon to make sure it is exposed to the mixture on all sides. Place the salmon in a glass or stainless steel container, touching the salmon fillets together on the pink flesh side, rather than the dark skin side. Cover completely with plastic wrap, then press the fish down with any heavy object, such as a brick. During this time, the salt and sugar should melt into the salmon, adding a stronger flavor. If you are not comfortable preparing raw food, you may wish to move the fish directly to the refrigerator instead, reducing the risk of bacterial growth. Move the salmon to the refrigerator, keeping the weight on top of it. The longer you keep it there, the stronger the flavor will be, and the drier the fish will get. Try testing it every 24 hours to see if you enjoy the flavor. Once the salmon has achieved the flavor and texture you prefer, take it out of the container. Scrape off all the spices, and discard any liquid that has been created. This common pairing with gravlax can be found at scandinavian food stores. Alternatively, you can make it yourself using the ingredients for the "sauce" listed beneath the gravlax recipe. Mix the mustards, sugar, and vinegar together first, then pour the oil slowly into the mix while stirring. Once it has reached a mayonnaise consistency, stir in the chopped dill and season with white pepper and salt to taste. Rye crackers or rye bread are another common food served together with gravlax.
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Use this recipe to preserve the salmon to eat raw. Start with fresh, farm-raised salmon. Remove the bones and scales. Make several shallow cuts in the skin. Mix the dry ingredients together. Cover the spices with salmon. Weigh down the salmon. Leave at room temperature for six hours. Refrigerate the fish for one to three days. Remove the salmon from the container. Serve with mustard dill sauce.