Official websites use
.gov
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Secure
.gov
websites use HTTPS
A
lock
(
)
or
https://
means you’ve safely connected to the
.gov
website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
A standard operating procedure is a set of fixed step-by-step instructions or steps applicable to routine operations or situations with the intent to improve efficiency, uniformity, and quality of operations.