A. GENERAL INFORMATION No. 32 (1)
HAZARD ANALYSIS CRITICAL CONTROL POINT
(HACCP)
HACCP System: A food safety system that identifies hazards and develops control points throughout the receiving, storage, preparation, service and holding of food. This system is designed to prevent foodborne illness.
- Critical Control Point (CCP): A point in a specific food service process where loss of control may result in an unacceptable health risk. Implementing a control measure at this point may eliminate or prevent the food safety hazard.
- Critical Limits:' Elements such as time and temperature that must be adhered to in order to keep food safe. The Temperature Danger Zone is defined by the Food and Drug Administration’s Food Code as 41° F. to 140° F.
- Foodborne Illness: An illness transmitted to humans through food. Any food may cause a foodborne illness, however potentially hazardous foods are responsible for most foodborne illnesses. Symptoms may include abdominal pain/cramps, nausea and vomiting.
- Potentially Hazardous Food: A food that is used as an ingredient in recipes or served alone that is capable of supporting the growth of organisms responsible for foodborne illness. Typical foods include high protein foods such as meat, fish, poultry, eggs and dairy products.
