Regulatory Standards & Compliance Flashcards
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Which FDA regulation mandates HACCP implementation for seafood processors in the United States?
Answer: 21 CFR Part 123
21 CFR Part 123 (Fish and Fishery Products) requires seafood processors to develop and implement HACCP plans.
Under USDA FSIS regulations, what must a meat processing facility do when a critical limit is exceeded at a CCP?
Answer: Immediately implement the corrective action procedure
FSIS requires that when a critical limit deviation occurs, the facility must immediately implement predefined corrective actions to control the affected product.
The FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) introduced which preventive controls rule that incorporates HACCP-like principles?
Answer: PCHF Rule
The Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCHF) rule under FSMA requires food facilities to implement a food safety plan with HACCP-like hazard analysis and preventive controls.
Which agency oversees HACCP compliance for juice processors in the United States?
Answer: FDA
The FDA regulates juice processors under 21 CFR Part 120, which mandates HACCP plans for juice products.
How long must HACCP records be retained for low-acid canned food (LACF) processors under FDA regulations?
Answer: 3 years
FDA regulations for LACF processors require that HACCP and process records be retained for a minimum of 3 years.
Under the USDA FSIS HACCP rule (9 CFR Part 417), what is required when a new biological hazard is identified that was not in the original hazard analysis?
Answer: Reassess the HACCP plan
9 CFR Part 417 requires establishments to reassess their HACCP plan whenever new hazards emerge or process changes occur.
Which international standard provides guidelines for food safety management systems that align with HACCP principles and is widely recognized for global trade compliance?
Answer: ISO 22000
ISO 22000 is the international standard for food safety management systems that incorporates HACCP methodology and is recognized for international trade compliance.