What is the purpose of the HACCP flow diagram?

• A. A map of marketing plan
• B. A plan for sanitation schedule
• C. A diagram describing the process flow to identify hazards
• D. A recipe for the product

Answer: (C)

The purpose of a HACCP flow diagram is to map the actual process steps of producing the product so you can see where hazards could occur and where controls should be applied. It lays out each stage from receiving ingredients through processing, packaging, storage, and distribution, helping you identify biological, chemical, or physical hazards at each point and determine where Critical Control Points and their limits should be placed. It’s not about marketing plans, sanitation schedules, or listing a recipe with ingredients and quantities. Instead, it provides a clear view of the process flow to support hazard analysis and the development of effective controls.