Definition and Approach Corrective action is taken when monitoring at a CCP shows a deviation at a critical limit. This intervention is important because it prevents a potentially unsafe product reaching the final consumer. Codex defines a corrective action “as any action to be taken when the results of monitoring at the CCP indicate…
Importance Senior management commitment and involvement is a fundamental requirement for the successful development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the HACCP system. They have the authority and influence to make food safety a priority or not within the organisation. Senior management have a responsibility to know what is required to protect consumers and meet legal…
Why is a product description important? The second preliminary Codex step in implementing the HACCP system requires a full description of products within the scope of the study. This information helps the HACCP team understand any aspects that could comprise product safety. The description usually considers intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Intrinsic factors focus on…
Definition Codex defines a corrective action as ‘any action to be taken when the results of monitoring at the CCP indicate a loss of control’. Corrective actions prevent unsafe product reaching the consumer. The HACCP Team must foresee any problems that could potentially occur for each CCP and decide on appropriate corrective actions. Approach…
Below is quick guide to most important points to remember when monitoring CCP’s DEFINITION The act of conducting a planned sequence of monitoring observations or measurements of control parameters to assess whether a CCP is under control. PURPOSE Significantly reduces the risk of unsafe food and drink reaching the consumer. Provides an acceptable level…
Hazards are controlled by effective control measures. Codex defines a control measure as: ‘any action and activity that can be used to prevent or eliminate a food safety hazard or reduce it to an acceptable level.’ Commonly used control measures include: Approved suppliers Temperature control Cleaning and disinfection Pest control programme Personal Hygiene/Personal Protection Clothing…
Role and Functions Assembling the HACCP team is the first preparatory stage within the 12 CODEX Steps of HACCP. The main role and functions of the HACCP team are to develop, implement, and maintain an effective HACCP system, which meets legal requirements, codes of practice standards, and protects consumers from harm. Creation of a multidisciplinary HACCP…