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What Is Critical Control Point (CCP)?

A Critical Control Point (CCP) is a step in a HACCP system at which control can be applied to prevent, eliminate or reduce a hazard to an acceptable level. Typical CCPs in the cold chain are fridge and cold-room temperatures, refrigerated vehicle cargo-area temperature, and cooking / freezing thresholds.

How Does Critical Control Point (CCP) Work?

Whether a step is a CCP is determined by a 'decision tree': if I don't apply control here, will the hazard occur? If yes, and no downstream control can prevent it, this is a CCP. For each CCP, a measurable critical limit (e.g., below +8°C), monitoring frequency, corrective action and recording procedure is defined. Continuous monitoring is typically required for temperature.

Where Is Critical Control Point (CCP) Used?

Fridge and cold room temperature
Refrigerated vehicle cargo compartment temperature
Core temperature in meat processing
+2/+8°C range in vaccine transport
Cold storage zone temperatures
Cooking and rapid-cooling thresholds

What Are the Advantages of Critical Control Point (CCP)?

Clear control point in the responsibility chain
Focused monitoring — not everywhere, but where it matters
Action trigger for corrective activity
Simplified auditing and reporting
Risk-driven cost and sensor selection
Clear role distribution in team training

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