HACCP Regulatory Standards & Compliance 2

Question 1

Which FDA regulation mandates HACCP implementation for seafood processors in the United States?

Accepted Answer

21 CFR Part 123

Answer

21 CFR Part 123 (Fish and Fishery Products) requires seafood processors to develop and implement HACCP plans.

Question 2

Under USDA FSIS regulations, what must a meat processing facility do when a critical limit is exceeded at a CCP?

Accepted Answer

Immediately implement the corrective action procedure

Answer

FSIS requires that when a critical limit deviation occurs, the facility must immediately implement predefined corrective actions to control the affected product.

Question 3

The FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) introduced which preventive controls rule that incorporates HACCP-like principles?

Accepted Answer

PCHF Rule

Answer

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.

Question 4

Which agency oversees HACCP compliance for juice processors in the United States?

Accepted Answer

FDA

Answer

The FDA regulates juice processors under 21 CFR Part 120, which mandates HACCP plans for juice products.

Question 5

How long must HACCP records be retained for low-acid canned food (LACF) processors under FDA regulations?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

FDA regulations for LACF processors require that HACCP and process records be retained for a minimum of 3 years.

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HACCP - Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points Practice Test

HACCP Regulatory Standards & Compliance 2