Panellist

The term ‘panellist’ is used in the E679-04 and is a selected individual that participates in performing odour measurements in a group with other selected individuals.

Certain criteria must be met in order to perform odour measurements.  For instance, EN13725 essentially outlines the following criteria:

• Have a detection threshold of n-butanol between 20ppb to 80ppb
• requires the assessor to be at least 16 years of age
• must be motivated and diligent to carry out duties
• available for the complete measurement session
• participated sufficiently to build a history of measurements
• may not eat, drink (except water), or smoke 30 minutes before the measurement
• not create interference from personal hygiene or perfume products
• refrain from participating in measurements if the assessor’s perception of odour is diminished (i.e. cold, allergies, etc.)
• assessors will remain in the odour room for 15 minutes prior to beginning measurement to adapt to the room
• Panel members shall not communicate or influence one another