Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) is a systematic food safety approach that identifies potential hazards and implements controls at critical points in food production. There are seven principles of HACCP: conducting a hazard analysis; identifying critical control points; establishing critical limits; monitoring procedures; corrective actions; verification procedures; and record keeping. HACCP aims to prevent food safety hazards rather than relying on end-product testing and is used globally to ensure food safety.