Sensory panel Flashcards
What are the advantages of internal panels?
Easy to contact
No pay
Confidentiality retained
What are the disadvantages of internal panels?
Other jobs priority
Lack of attention
Pre-knowledge
Harder to motivate
What are the advantages of external panels?
Readily available
High motivation
Invest more in training
What are the disadvantages of external panels?
Enough work to be occupied
Fatigue problems
More expensive
What are the steps in getting a panel?
Recruitment
Screening
Employment
Training
What needs to be considered when selecting a panel?
Health
Personality
Sensory ability
What are some impairments a panellist could have?
Ageusia (loss of taste)
Anosmia (smell)
Colourblindness
What are the 4 detection and discrimination tests?
Taste detection
Matching test
Discrimination test
Ranking test
What are the 2 description and communication tests?
Odour and taste description
Descriptive test
How are panels managed?
Employment regulations
HR involvement
