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BookletManual / guideIntroduction to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) 2023
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This guidance document introduces the seven principles of Hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP) according to the Codex Alimentarius General Principles of Food Hygiene (CXC 1-1969), and how to apply them using the 12 steps to enhance the control of significant hazards in a food business and ensure food safety. Hazard analysis and critical control point is an important part of food safety management. It is a globally recognized, systematic and science-based approach to food safety that addresses biological, chemical and physical hazards throughout the food chain from primary production to final consumption. The HACCP approach focuses on control measures for significant hazards rather than relying only on end-product inspection and testing. A food business should only implement HACCP once it has established solid prerequisite programmes of food safety management, as described in the sections on Good hygiene practices (GHP). Implementing HACCP may be challenging for some businesses. However, HACCP principles can be applied with flexibility in individual operations, and businesses may use external resources or adapt a generic HACCP plan to their specific circumstances. This publication is part of the FAO Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Toolbox for Food Safety series. The toolbox is a central repository of practical guidance and resource materials to strengthen food safety capacities, both public and private, in order to develop and implement food safety management programmes in accordance with the Codex Alimentarius General Principles of Food Hygiene guidelines (CXC 1-1969). Care was taken to consider the challenges faced by small food business operators and primary producers in low- and middle-income countries, and those with an institutional role, such as government officials, academia and capacity building organizations. -
BookletCorporate general interestEstablishment maintenance, disinfection and pest control – Section 5 2023
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This guidance document for food business operations provides information on how to implement appropriate maintenance, sanitation, pest control and waste management programmes to control food hazards and prevent food contamination. To produce safe food, a food establishment requires appropriate maintenance, cleaning and disinfection, pest control and waste management programmes and procedures. These programmes should be effective for controlling food contaminants and pests, which can compromise food safety. This publication is part of the FAO Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Toolbox for Food Safety series. The toolbox is a central repository of practical guidance and resource materials to strengthen food safety capacities, both public and private, in order to develop and implement food safety management programmes in accordance with the Codex Alimentarius General Principles of Food Hygiene guidelines (CXC 1-1969). Care was taken to consider the challenges faced by small food business operators and primary producers in low- and middle-income countries, and those with an institutional role, such as government officials, academia and capacity building organizations. -
BookletCorporate general interestControl of operation – Section 7 2023
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This guidance document provides detailed information on how to control all operational activities, from food production to consumer use, to ensure that the food is safe and suitable for human consumption. Control of operation is achieved by identifying and managing all stages or activities within a food operation process that could have an effect on food safety. Some stages or processing activities are critical to food safety. If they are not controlled, they could pose a risk to food safety. To ensure the operation is under control, processes should be properly designed and managed. The products being produced and the processes used should be listed and described. This means listing all incoming raw materials and other ingredients, detailing their composition and/or formulation, describing the methods of production, processing, distribution, and describing the end use of the product by the consumer. Such detail will help to identify and control any hazards and prevent contamination. Control systems should be designed, implemented and monitored to be effective. This publication is part of the FAO Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Toolbox for Food Safety series. The toolbox is a central repository of practical guidance and resource materials to strengthen food safety capacities, both public and private, in order to develop and implement food safety management programmes in accordance with the Codex Alimentarius General Principles of Food Hygiene guidelines (CXC 1-1969). Care was taken to consider the challenges faced by small food business operators and primary producers in low- and middle-income countries, and those with an institutional role, such as government officials, academia and capacity building organizations.
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BookletManual / guideMonitoring critical control points – Step 9, Principle 4 2023
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Hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP) consists of seven principles and is typically described in 12 successive steps. This guidance document provides information on how to establish a monitoring system for each Critical control point (CCP) (Step 9 / Principle 5) to develop an effective HACCP system in accordance with the Codex Alimentarius General Principles of Food Hygiene (CXC 1-1969). Critical control points are monitored through a scheduled measurement or observation of a CCP relative to its critical limits. The monitoring method and frequency should make it possible to detect any failures before they fall outside the established critical limits, so that affected products can be isolated and evaluated in a timely manner. Where possible, CCPs should be monitored continuously (e.g. temperature recording chart). For observable critical limits (e.g. pump settings) where continuous monitoring is not possible, the frequency of monitoring should be appropriate to the deviation and be sufficient to limit the amount of product affected by a deviation. The personnel monitoring CCPs should be properly trained for the task and be capable of addressing any deviations. The monitoring data and records should be reviewed and evaluated by a designated person with the knowledge and authority to carry out corrective actions when needed. This publication is part of the FAO Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Toolbox for Food Safety series. The toolbox is a central repository of practical guidance and resource materials to strengthen food safety capacities, both public and private, in order to develop and implement food safety management programmes in accordance with the Codex standards. Care was taken to consider the challenges faced by small food business operators and primary producers in low- and middle-income countries, and those with an institutional role, such as government officials, academia and capacity building organizations. -
BookletManual / guideDetermine critical control points – Step 7, Principle 2 2023
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Hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP) consists of seven principles and is typically described in 12 successive steps. This guidance document explains Critical control points (Step 7 / Principle 2) and how to identify them to develop an effective HACCP system in accordance with the Codex Alimentarius General Principles of Food Hygiene (CXC 1-1969). A Critical control point (CCP) is a step at which control can be applied. It is essential to preventing or eliminating a food safety hazard or reducing it to an acceptable level. When trying to determine a CCP, it can be useful to use a decision tree. As part of the process of identifying CCPs, all operational process steps should be reviewed since some of them might be fully controlled by applying the prerequisite GHP programmes. Critical control points should be monitored and documented carefully to ensure that hazards can be effectively controlled. This publication is part of the FAO Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Toolbox for Food Safety series. The toolbox is a central repository of practical guidance and resource materials to strengthen food safety capacities, both public and private, in order to develop and implement food safety management programmes in accordance with the Codex standards. Care was taken to consider the challenges faced by small food business operators and primary producers in low- and middle-income countries, and those with an institutional role, such as government officials, academia and capacity building organizations. -
BookletHigh-profileFAO Strategy on Climate Change 2022–2031 2022The FAO Strategy on Climate Change 2022–2031 was endorsed by FAO Council in June 2022. This new strategy replaces the previous strategy from 2017 to better FAO's climate action with the Strategic Framework 2022-2031, and other FAO strategies that have been developed since then. The Strategy was elaborated following an inclusive process of consultation with FAO Members, FAO staff from headquarters and decentralized offices, as well as external partners. It articulates FAO's vision for agrifood systems by 2050, around three main pillars of action: at global and regional level, at country level, and at local level. The Strategy also encourages key guiding principles for action, such as science and innovation, inclusiveness, partnerships, and access to finance.