Why is the HACCP System Important?
The HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) standard is essential for ensuring food safety across all sectors of the food industry, including imported and exported food products. Known as “Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points,” this standard focuses on preventing hazards rather than managing them after they occur. It aims to protect consumers from potential food safety hazards. Originating in the United States, similar to GMP standards, the FAO/WHO’s Codex Alimentarius Commission has recognized the benefits and importance of HACCP in food production processes at all levels, from household to large-scale industry.
While GMP is a basic Food Safety Management System, the safety management of food products is complete when the HACCP system is also implemented in the establishment.
HACCP System and Food Safety Hazards
HACCP involves principles for analyzing, assessing, and preventing risks that may cause hazards and contamination during production. Food hazards are invisible and untouchable but can severely impact health if consumed. Implementing the internationally recognized HACCP system in the food industry is crucial for ensuring consumer safety. HACCP builds confidence in safe food production by overseeing every step from production to consumer delivery.
In the food industry, HACCP standards are not limited to the production sector but are applicable to the entire food industry chain, including factories, packaging, transportation, and export. This standard is necessary for global food export businesses.
GMP and HACCP Standards for the Food Industry
HACCP is a widely used safety standard in the food industry, addressing the critical issue of food safety. Businesses strive to maintain hygiene standards. HACCP is more advanced than GMP, focusing on hazard analysis and critical control points. It takes a proactive approach to hazard prevention rather than inspecting finished products. Before achieving HACCP certification, businesses must first obtain GMP certification.
Industries We Consult and Implement HACCP Systems
- Food Industry
- Food Supplement Industry
- Food industry factories aiming to export products internationally.
- Businesses/Organizations planning to expand.
- Businesses/Organizations seeking to enhance capabilities to reach more customers.
- Businesses/Organizations wanting to build confidence in quality and safety for partners and consumers.
- Builds consumer confidence and satisfaction in food products.
- Guarantees consumer safety with controlled food production processes.
- Elevates food production and safety standards, gaining recognition and credibility.
- Enhances international trade opportunities and competitive advantage.
- Reduces production costs related to non-compliance, especially regarding safety quality.
- Allows progression to other higher standards.
- Consulting for system implementation
- Document preparation for certification application
- Handling certification application processes
- Internal auditing by experts before actual certification
- Correcting deficiencies after certification to ensure successful standard certification
