This document provides an overview of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems and their basic requirements. It explains that HACCP focuses on preventing food safety hazards through identification and control of critical control points. An effective HACCP system requires management commitment, selecting a HACCP team, training, developing prerequisite programs, and implementing HACCP plans to control hazards directly related to food products and processes. Prerequisite programs establish standard operating procedures to control general facility hazards, while HACCP plans specifically identify critical control points and monitoring procedures.
Anyone who works in an establishment that deals with food should have a basic understanding of the principles of food hygiene and safety. In industries such as catering and food delivery, it is essential that any food safety hazards can be identified and that waste is managed efficiently.
This Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety Course is for employees who don’t handle food directly, but work in an environment where food is handled. Each training module is designed to address the introductory key elements of food hygiene and safety; from food hygiene and safety laws, to safety control measures, personal hygiene and food safety hazards.
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Anyone who works in an establishment that deals with food should have a basic understanding of the principles of food hygiene and safety. In industries such as catering and food delivery, it is essential that any food safety hazards can be identified and that waste is managed efficiently.
This Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety Course is for employees who don’t handle food directly, but work in an environment where food is handled. Each training module is designed to address the introductory key elements of food hygiene and safety; from food hygiene and safety laws, to safety control measures, personal hygiene and food safety hazards.
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Training Slide which outlines measures that will
Assist food businesses achieve the requirements of the Food Safety Standards.
Provide food handlers with the necessary skills and knowledge of food safety and hygiene matters relevant to their work activities.
Raise the level of compliance with food legislation throughout the food industry.
Food allergens are becoming a topic of ever increasing interest. The challenge to food producers is, how to manage the risk of allergens in "allergen-free" products.
Supervisors and managers working in the catering sector must have a good understanding of food safety legislation, hygiene best practices and the HAACP system, to ensure a quality standard of service in the workplace.
In this Level 3 Supervising Food Safety in Catering Course, you’ll be introduced to food safety legislation, how to implement a food management system, pest control, methods for preserving food and much more. You’ll also be trained on how to look after your own personal hygiene, from learning about protective clothing to monitoring standards.
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Training Slide which outlines measures that will
Assist food businesses achieve the requirements of the Food Safety Standards.
Provide food handlers with the necessary skills and knowledge of food safety and hygiene matters relevant to their work activities.
Raise the level of compliance with food legislation throughout the food industry.
Food allergens are becoming a topic of ever increasing interest. The challenge to food producers is, how to manage the risk of allergens in "allergen-free" products.
Supervisors and managers working in the catering sector must have a good understanding of food safety legislation, hygiene best practices and the HAACP system, to ensure a quality standard of service in the workplace.
In this Level 3 Supervising Food Safety in Catering Course, you’ll be introduced to food safety legislation, how to implement a food management system, pest control, methods for preserving food and much more. You’ll also be trained on how to look after your own personal hygiene, from learning about protective clothing to monitoring standards.
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A method known as 'current Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is used to guarantee that goods are consistently manufactured and monitored in accordance with quality standards. Good Manufacturing Practices is intended to reduce any production-related hazards associated with pharmaceuticals that cannot be avoided via evaluating the finished product.
Why is GMP crucial?
In addition to being a health risk, low-quality medications cost both governments and individual customers money.
Medicines of poor quality can harm one's health.
Unintentionally added harmful chemicals may be found in low-quality medications.
A medication won't have the desired therapeutic outcome if it contains little to no of the advertised component.
Describe GMP.
A method known as 'current Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is used to guarantee that goods are consistently manufactured and monitored in accordance with quality standards. It is intended to reduce any production-related hazards associated with pharmaceuticals that cannot be avoided via evaluating the finished product. The primary dangers include unanticipated product contamination, which can harm health or even result in death; inaccurate labelling on containers, which might result in patients receiving the wrong medication; and an inadequate or excessive amount of active component, which can lead to ineffective therapy or negative consequences. GMP covers every aspect of production, including raw materials, space, and tools, as well as employee training and personal hygiene. Every process that might have an impact on the final product's quality requires specific, written procedures. To be there
If there is a quality control laboratory, is GMP still required?
Yes. Quality cannot be tested into a product after it has been produced; it must be built in during the manufacturing process. GMP guards against mistakes that can't be caught by final product quality control. Without GMP, it is impossible to ensure that each individual dose of a medication is of the same calibre as the sample doses examined in a laboratory.
Can businesses afford to adopt GMP?
Yes. Making cheap items does not result in cost savings. In the long run, fixing mistakes after they have been committed is more expensive than avoiding them in the first place. GMP aims to stop mistakes from occurring. Implementing GMP is a financial investment in premium drugs. In addition to helping the pharmaceutical business and healthcare professionals, this will enhance the health of the individual patient and the community. Poor quality pharmaceutical production and distribution damage the reputation of the company, the public health system, and private health care.
WHO strives to improve GMP
WHO GMP regulations are accessible online. Please get in touch with the WHO representative in your nation, your WHO regional office, or WHO headquarters in Geneva if you need additional information.
In addition, an impartial, independent body should periodically carry out a thorough verification of the HACCP system. These authority may reside inside or outside the food operation. In addition to an on-site inspection of all flow diagrams and the pertinent data from the plan’s execution, this should include a technical evaluation of the hazard analysis and each component of the HACCP plan
To guarantee that the identified risks are avoided, handled, or reduced to tolerable levels, each CCP will comprise one or more control measures. Each control measure has one or more crucial limitations that go along with it. Temperature, time, physical dimensions, humidity, moisture content, water activity (aw), and others may all serve as critical constraints.
The preparation of beef patties is one instance (Appendix B). The procedure need to be planned to guarantee the creation of a secure product. Enteric infections, such as salmonellae and verotoxigenic E. coli O157:H7, were deemed to be the most serious biological dangers for cooked pork patties. Additionally, it is during the cooking process that control may be used to lower the intestinal pathogens to a tolerable level. It is essential to have accurate knowledge of the anticipated concentration of pathogens in the raw patties, their heat tolerance, the variables influencing how well they heat up, and the section of the patty which warms the slowest in order to guarantee that an appropriate level is routinely obtained.
Through the study and management of biological, chemical, and physical risks throughout the production, handling, and distribution of raw materials as well as the manufacture, distribution, Food safety standard and HACCP and consumption of finished goods, HACCP is a management strategy that addresses food safety.
HACCP is a management method that addresses food safety by analyzing and controlling biological, chemical, and physical risks throughout the production, handling, and distribution of raw materials as well as the manufacture, distribution, and consumption of finished goods.
This presentation is Part 5 of a training program on Food Safety Practices for the Aquaculture Industry by Michigan State University, on 22 April 2013.
Hazard analysis critical control point (haccp)Allwyn Vyas. G
Hazard analysis and critical control points or HACCP is a systematic preventive approach to food safety from biological, chemical, and physical hazards in production processes that can cause the finished product to be unsafe, and designs measurements to reduce these risks to a safe level.
In an era where food safety is of paramount importance, HACCP has emerged as a systematic and preventive approach to identifying and managing potential hazards in food production processes. This presentation aims to shed light on the fundamental principles of HACCP, its benefits, and its significance in ensuring the safety of our food supply.
Definition and Background:
We begin by defining HACCP as an internationally recognized food safety management system designed to identify, evaluate, and control hazards that may pose risks to the safety of food products. It originated in the 1960s, developed by the Pillsbury Company in collaboration with NASA, with the primary objective of ensuring safe food for astronauts. Since then, HACCP has been widely adopted and applied across various sectors of the food industry.
Principles of HACCP:
Next, we delve into the seven core principles of HACCP, providing a comprehensive understanding of its systematic approach:
a. Conducting Hazard Analysis: Identifying potential biological, chemical, and physical hazards associated with each step of the food production process.
b. Determining Critical Control Points (CCPs): Identifying critical points in the process where control measures can be applied to prevent, eliminate, or reduce hazards to an acceptable level.
c. Establishing Critical Limits: Setting measurable criteria that define the maximum or minimum values to which control measures must be maintained at CCPs to ensure food safety.
d. Monitoring CCPs: Implementing procedures to regularly observe and record the control measures applied at CCPs to ensure they remain within established critical limits.
e. Implementing Corrective Actions: Establishing protocols to take immediate action when monitoring indicates that a CCP is not within its critical limits, aiming to prevent unsafe food from reaching consumers.
f. Verifying the System: Periodically evaluating the effectiveness of the HACCP system to ensure it is functioning correctly and providing the desired level of protection.
g. Establishing Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintaining comprehensive records of all procedures, actions, and results to demonstrate the application and effectiveness of the HACCP system.
Benefits of HACCP:
This section focuses on the numerous advantages offered by implementing HACCP within the food industry:
a. Enhanced Consumer Protection: By systematically identifying and managing hazards, HACCP significantly reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses, protecting consumer health and well-being.
b. Regulatory Compliance: HACCP is a widely recognized and mandated approach in many countries, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a culture of food safety.
c. Improved Product Quality: Implementing HACCP promotes consistent adherence to quality standards, leading to improved product quality and customer satisfaction.
d. Cost Reduction:
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Hotel management involves overseeing all aspects of a hotel's operations to ensure smooth functioning and exceptional guest experiences. This multifaceted role includes tasks such as managing staff, handling reservations, maintaining facilities, overseeing finances, and implementing marketing strategies to attract guests. Effective hotel management requires strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills to navigate the complexities of the hospitality industry and ensure guest satisfaction while maximizing profitability.
Hamdard Laboratories (India), is a Unani pharmaceutical company in India (following the independence of India from Britain, "Hamdard" Unani branches were established in Bangladesh (erstwhile East Pakistan) and Pakistan). It was established in 1906 by Hakeem Hafiz Abdul Majeed in Delhi, and became
a waqf (non-profitable trust) in 1948. It is associated with Hamdard Foundation, a charitable educational trust.
Hamdard' is a compound word derived from Persian, which combines the words 'hum' (used in the sense of 'companion') and 'dard' (meaning 'pain'). 'Hamdard' thus means 'a companion in pain' and 'sympathizer in suffering'.
The goals of Hamdard were lofty; easing the suffering of the sick with healing herbs. With a simple tenet that no one has ever become poor by giving, Hakeem Abdul Majeed let the whole world find compassion in him.
They had always maintained that working in old, traditional ways would not be entirely fruitful. A broader outlook was essential for a continued and meaningful existence. their effective team at Hamdard helped the system gain its pride of place and thus they made an entry into an expansive world of discovery and research.
Hamdard Laboratories was founded in 1906 in Delhi by Hakeem Hafiz Abdul Majeed and Ansarullah Tabani, a Unani practitioner. The name Hamdard means "companion in suffering" in Urdu language.(itself borrowed from Persian) Hakim Hafiz Abdul Majeed was born in Pilibhit City UP, India in 1883 to Sheikh Rahim Bakhsh. He is said to have learnt the complete Quran Sharif by heart. He also studied the origin of Urdu and Persian languages. Subsequently, he acquired the highest degree in the unani system of medicine.
Hakim Hafiz Abdul Majeed got in touch with Hakim Zamal Khan, who had a keen interest in herbs and was famous for identifying medicinal plants. Having consulted with his wife, Abdul Majeed set up a herbal shop at Hauz Qazi in Delhi in 1906 and started to produce herbal medicine there. In 1920 the small herbal shop turned into a full-fledged production house.
Hamdard Foundation was created in 1964 to disburse the profits of the company to promote the interests of the society. All the profits of the company go to the foundation.
After Abdul Majeed's death, his son Hakeem Abdul Hameed took over the administration of Hamdard Laboratories at the age of fourteen.
Even with humble beginnings, the goals of Hamdard were lofty; easing the suffering of the sick with healing herbs. With a simple tenet that no one has ever become poor by giving, Hakeem Abdul Majeed let the whole world find compassion in him. Unfortunately, he passed away quite early but his wife, Rabia Begum, with the support of her son, Hakeem Abdul Hameed, not only kept the institution in existence but also expanded it. As he grew up, Hakeem Abdul Hameed took on all responsibilities. After helping with his younger brother's upbringing and education, he included him in running the institution. Both brothers Hakeem Abdul Hameed and Hakim Mohammed
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Haccp training
1. HACCP Systems Explained
Chapter 2
HACCP SYSTEMS EXPLAINED
1.0 WHAT IS HACCP?
2.0 FOOD SAFETY HAZARDS
2.1 Assessing Hazards
2.2 Cross-contamination
3.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR A HACCP SYSTEM
3.1 Management Commitment
3.2 Selecting the HACCP Team
3.3 The HACCP Coordinator
3.4 HACCP Training
4.0 COMPONENTS OF A HACCP SYSTEM
4.1 Prerequisite Programs
4.2 HACCP Plans
5.0 SOURCES OF INFORMATION
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Food safety begins with effective controls and practices during farm
production. It continues through processing, distribution, retailing
and consumer handling. Thousands of operations around the world
use HACCP-based food safety programs in various stages of food
production.
This chapter gives an overview of HACCP and explains the basic
requirements to set up and maintain an effective and successful
HACCP system.
1.0 WHAT IS HACCP?
HACCP (pronounced ‘HAS-sip’) stands for Hazard Analysis Critical
Control Point. HACCP is an internationally recognized, science-based
food safety system that focuses on preventing, eliminating and reducing
hazards. It differs fundamentally from any inspection-based system
because it identifies and deals with hazards before an incident occurs.
HACCP is:
• Recognized as the best way to eliminate, reduce or control
hazards in a food handling or processing environment;
• Developed and maintained by individual processors to control
their particular food safety environment; and
• Suitable for use in various food processing and handling
facilities because the same HACCP principles apply whatever
the location or food process.
HACCP is not:
• A quality control program. Although HACCP principles can be
adapted to deal with quality control issues, this program is not
intended to address quality control;
• A government controlled program. HACCP must be 100 percent
owned and controlled by the processor;
• Maintenance free. Unlike inspection programs and other food
safety control methods, HACCP is not a snapshot effort to deal
with production processes. HACCP systems change continually
and grow with a facility as it is developed and maintained; and
Consumer awareness
of food safety and
changing regulations
are good reasons to
adopt a food safety
system such as HACCP.
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• A guarantee of food safety. Every step during the process from
‘farm-to-fork’ provides another opportunity for contamination of
product. A well-designed HACCP system improves the chances
that any hazards introduced in previous stages of the process
will be detected.
HACCP first identifies potential food safety problems and then
determines the best way to prevent, reduce or eliminate them.
All potential hazards are considered ahead of time. These are designed
out of the production process. Safety is built-in.
2.0 FOOD SAFETY HAZARDS
Hazards are defined as situations with the potential to cause an injury
or illness in consumers. The four classes of hazards most commonly
associated with food safety are:
• Allergenic
• Biological
• Chemical
• Physical
These hazards may exist in raw materials or be introduced at any stage
during the manufacturing process.
Allergenic Hazards
Allergenic hazards are proteins that can cause an allergic response in
sensitive individuals. Symptoms of an allergic reaction could include
a runny nose, watery and/or itchy eyes, a rash, wheezing, respiratory
distress or even death.
Some sources of food
safety hazards include:
• Facility environment
• Improper handling
• Unsanitary equipment
• Poor employee
practices
• Raw materials
or ingredients
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In Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regognizes 10
priority allergens known to cause life threatening reactions:
1. Egg
2. Peanut
3. Sulphites
4. Fish and shellfish
5. Milk
6. Wheat
7. Tree nuts
8. Sesame seeds
9. Soy
10. Mustard
Biological Hazards
A biological hazard is any danger to food safety caused by contamination
with microorganisms. This type of hazard includes disease causing
bacteria, viruses (e.g. Hepatitis A), parasites (e.g. Trichinella or
Cryptosporidium), and moulds.
Chemical Hazards
Chemicals that can contaminate food products include:
• Naturally occurring toxins (e.g. alkaloids in potatoes, toxic
wild mushrooms or aflatoxin in peanuts);
• Normally added ingredients (e.g. sodium nitrite can be toxic
if added in high enough levels); and
• Unintentionally added hazards (e.g. pesticides used to treat
insect infestations or cleaning chemicals that may not have
been safely rinsed from equipment).
Physical Hazards
Physical hazards are any foreign materials not normally found in food
(e.g. rocks, broken glass, metal fragments or bone pieces).
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2.1 Assessing Hazards
Some hazardous agents are more dangerous than others. There are
significant differences in severity depending on the type of hazard and
who is consuming it.
It is the processor’s responsibility to know the acceptable levels
related of all types of standards. Some examples include the standard
temperature that food can be safely stored or cooked to prevent the
growth of microorganisms or the amount of normally added ingredients
such as nitrates.
Some standards apply to the shelf life of ingredients, after which they
are no longer safe to use in food. Each process will involve standards
of handling and hygiene. It is the processor’s responsibility to know all
standards and to ensure they are understood and used by employees.
For more information on Assessing Hazards, see Appendix D:
Food Safety Risk Analysis.
2.2 Cross-contamination
Cross-contamination occurs when micro-organisms, allergens, foreign
matter or chemicals are transferred unintentionally from one food or
surface to another.
It is important that a HACCP plan clearly indicates the actual movement
of employees. It must also indicate the flow of goods and process
steps for each product. Because employees do not always follow formal
processes, it is important to observe what actually happens in daily
operations. This information is then analyzed to identify situations
where cross-contamination might occur.
3.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR A HACCP SYSTEM
Developing, starting, working and maintaining a HACCP system requires
dedication, commitment and resources. Implementing HACCP is not an
overnight process or a one-time effort.
Product and
employee flow are
major considerations
in controlling
cross-contamination.
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The following steps will help to design and implement a HACCP system:
1. Obtain management commitment;
2. Assemble the HACCP team and assign a HACCP coordinator;
3. Train managers, frontline staff and the HACCP coordinator;
4. Develop or revise and implement prerequisite programs
(see Chapters 4 to 13);
5. Develop or revise and implement HACCP plans (see
Chapter 14: Developing a HACCP Plan); and
6. Maintain the HACCP system by reviewing, verifying and
validating once a year (see Chapter 15: Maintenance of
HACCP).
3.1 Management Commitment
Management commitment is key to a successful food safety system.
Management commitment ensures that a food safety system is as much
a part of daily business as maintaining sales and reducing costs.
Even if management only plays a supporting role in the food safety
system, management commitment must be visible to all employees.
Management commitment can be shown by:
• Promoting HACCP activities at internal meetings;
• Posting signs indicating in-house HACCP policies;
• Posting a sign indicating management commitment to HACCP;
• Supplying adequate resources for HACCP development,
implementation and food safety training;
• Regular review of HACCP materials and progress reports;
• Regular attendance by management at HACCP training sessions;
and
• Standardizing and enforcing disciplinary actions for employees
who don’t meet their HACCP responsibilities.
A strong HACCP
system that’s developed
and implemented
effectively helps in
maintaining sales
and reducing costs.
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For HACCP to be successful, the entire food production team must
work together. They must develop and maintain the system. Lack of
management commitment is one of the most common reasons for
failure of a HACCP system.
3.2 Selecting the HACCP team
A HACCP team explores options and makes recommendations during
the development and maintenance stages of a HACCP system. The
HACCP team should involve people from across the organization
including:
• Production
• Sales
• Sanitation
• Maintenance
• Shipping and Receiving
• Quality Control
• Management
Involve people who will be responsible for developing or changing
HACCP policies in their respective areas. They will have the best
understanding of how changes will affect daily operations in that area.
Involve employees and management who have varied skills and
experience. Make sure they can:
• Identify hazards;
• Determine critical control points (CCPs);
• Monitor CCPs;
• Verify operations at CCPs; and
• Examine samples and perform verification procedures.
Everybody on the team should have a basic understanding of:
• Technology and equipment used on the processing lines;
• Practical aspects of food operations;
• Flow and technology of processes;
Send a clear message
that management
is involved and that
it cares about the
success of the program.
Development of a
HACCP system should
involve people who can
put the policies and
activities in place in
their respective areas.
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• Applied aspects of food microbiology; and
• HACCP principles and techniques.
The size of the HACCP team will vary depending on the size and
complexity of the food production process. At minimum, the HACCP
team must consist of at least one person who is thoroughly familiar
with all aspects of the facility and its products.
3.3 The HACCP Coordinator
The HACCP coordinator leads the development and maintenance of
the HACCP system. A HACCP coordinator organizes the information
provided from the HACCP team into a workable system.
The HACCP coordinator must have a solid understanding of HACCP
systems. They must have working knowledge of the facility and its
processes. They must also be able to make decisions based on science.
The coordinator is not necessarily the person who does the work
related to putting together the HACCP system. The expertise of an
independent consultant may be needed to make sure that hazards
are addressed (e.g. an expert in public health risk associated with the
product/process).
3.4 HACCP Training
HACCP training is required for managers, personnel and the HACCP
coordinator. The level of HACCP understanding and knowledge required
for each person depends on their role and responsibility:
Manager Training
• Importance of their role in HACCP;
• Benefits and costs of HACCP;
• Need for consistent and obvious management commitment; and
• Resources needed for HACCP system development and
certification.
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Personnel Training
• Importance of food safety to the business, consumers and
employees;
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and policies;
• Staff roles and responsibilities in the HACCP system;
• Importance of control measures; and
• How to perform specific tasks related to the HACCP system (e.g.
monitoring, taking corrective actions, record keeping).
HACCP Coordinator / HACCP Team Training
• Food safety hazards common to products and processes;
• Regulatory requirements needed and the purpose of
prerequisite programs;
• HACCP principles (including hazard analysis and determination
of critical limits);
• Record keeping, understanding of audits and internal audits
including concepts of monitoring, corrective actions and
verification;
• Resources needed for ongoing HACCP activities and certification
including processes for certification, recognition and
maintenance of the HACCP system.
Sources for HACCP training and information include:
• Taking Food safety and HACCP related courses;
• Applying food processing environment experience;
• Researching regulatory requirements;
• Researching specific topics (e.g. reading scientific literature);
• Communicating with appropriate experts (e.g. sanitation
company, government authorities); and
• Hiring HACCP trainers or consultants.
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4.0 COMPONENTS OF A HACCP SYSTEM
A HACCP system includes putting together and using both prerequisite
programs and a HACCP plan.
Prerequisite Programs + HACCP Plan = HACCP System
4.1 Prerequisite Programs
Most of the hazards that can be identified in a food processing
operation are somewhat similar. They could happen at any stage of the
process (e.g. contaminated blades, glass, pests, poor personal hygiene,
etc.). These hazards are controlled by prerequisite programs.
Prerequisite programs are the foundation of any HACCP system.
They are the standard operating procedures (SOPs) and environmental
conditions necessary for safe food production and packaging and found
in any comprehensive food safety system. Prerequisite programs control
the facility, environment, staff and materials.
Prerequisite programs must be complete. They must provide all the
information that is needed to ensure a safe environment to produce
food. All employees should understand the importance of these
programs and be fully committed to following food safety policies and
procedures.
Prerequisite programs with trusted controls will reduce the critical
control points (CCP) needed in a HACCP system. Reducing the number
of critical control points needed lets processors focus on where food
safety is most likely threatened.
HACCP plans should not control hazards that are normally controlled
through the prerequisite programs. This guidebook groups the required
procedures in eight prerequisite programs:
• Premises;
• Transportation and Storage;
• Equipment;
• Personnel/Training;
• Sanitation and Pest Control;
• Recall;
• Allergen Control; and
• Supplier Food Safety Assurance.
Prerequisite programs
(PRP) are called
Good Manufacturing
Procedures (GMP)
or Good Hygienic
Practices (GHP) in the
United States. They
are called Standard
Operating Procedures
(SOPs) in many
other countries.
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4.2 HACCP Plans
HACCP plans outline how food safety hazards connected with
ingredients and process steps are controlled. HACCP plans identify the
critical control points (CCPs) in the manufacturing process and identify
how to control CCPs to ensure safe food production.
A HACCP plan controls hazards directly related to the food product,
ingredients or the process. The plan identifies steps to control,
eliminate, or reduce food safety hazards to an acceptable level. It’s
important to have fully functioning, effective prerequisite programs
running before putting together a HACCP plan.
For more information about developing a HACCP plan,
see Chapter 14: Developing and Implementing A HACCP
Plan..
A critical control
point (CCP) is a
point, process step
or procedure where
a control increases food
safety. A CCP
is used for preventing
a food safety hazard,
eliminating it, or
reducing it to an
acceptable level
(e.g. cooking).
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5.0 SOURCES OF INFORMATION
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Handbook [online], World Health Organization and Industry Council for
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html.
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Perspective [online], Food and Agriculture Organization of the United
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htm.
3. Guelph Food Technology Centre (2002) Food Safety and Food Security
Program Review [online], Available from: www.gftc.ca/training/pdf/food-
security-checklist.pdf.
4. BC Centre for Disease Control (2004) Ensuring Food Safety – Writing
Your Own Food Safety Plan – The HACCP Way – A Guide for Food
Service Operators [online], Available from: www.bccdc.org/downloads/
pdf/fps/reports/EnsuringFoodSafety-HACCPWay.pdf?PHPSESSID=ae4ed3
2a0fac956216dcbb04e304d837.
5. J.J. Keller and Associates Inc. (2002) Employee’s Guide to Food Safety.
2nd ed.
6. State of Victoria Department of Human Services (2004) Food Safety
Program Template for Retail and Food Service Businesses. 1.1 ed.
7. Canadian Produce Marketing Association (2003) Repacking and
Wholesale Food Safety Standard – For Fresh Fruits and Vegetables.
8. NSW Food Authority (2005) Industry Guide to Developing a Food Safety
Program (Hospitals and Aged Care).
9. Jenner, T., Kinnear, H. and Menyhar, C. (2005) The HACCP Advantage
Guidebook, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food.
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article/403932-1.html.