Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
/ˈhæzərd əˌnæləsɪs ænd ˈkrɪtɪkəl kənˌtroʊl pɔɪnts/
Definitions
- (n.) A systematic preventive approach to food safety and pharmaceutical manufacturing that identifies physical, chemical, and biological hazards and establishes critical control points to manage those risks.
The company implemented a hazard analysis and critical control points system to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance.
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- hazard analysis and critical control points
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Commentary
HAACP is primarily used in regulatory contexts to mandate safety protocols; clear identification of critical control points is essential for effective legal compliance and risk management.
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