In establishments that use printed stamps on labels what must IPP do with any extra labels?

• A. Destroy the excess labels
• B. Document the number of excess labels on the inventory form
• C. Record the number of excess labels and instruct the establishment to destroy them
• D. Attach the excess labels to pallets of export product

Answer: (A)

Stamps on labels are a controlled labeling item, so any extra labels pose a risk they could be misused or applied to the wrong product. The IPP should destroy the excess labels to prevent any possibility of reuse and to maintain the integrity of the labeling system. Recording them or telling the establishment to destroy them does not eliminate the risk, and attaching extras to pallets would create opportunities for mislabeling. So the correct action is to destroy the excess labels.