Which HACCP principle involves verifying that the HACCP system is working?

• A. Establish procedures to verify HACCP system is working
• B. Identify CCP
• C. Establish CL
• D. Identify potentially hazardous foods

Answer: (A)

Verification is the process of confirming that the HACCP plan functions as intended and that the controls are consistently working. It includes activities like reviewing monitoring records to ensure CCPs are being tracked correctly, calibrating instruments so measurements are accurate, revalidating control measures when processes change, and conducting periodic audits to confirm procedures and corrective actions are being followed. This principle focuses on proving the system is operating effectively, not on the initial design steps like identifying CCPs, establishing critical limits, or identifying potentially hazardous foods. So establishing procedures to verify that the HACCP system is working is the correct focus.