Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Practice Exam

Only one of the following is a GMP. Which is it?

1. Milk cans must be cleaned after each use

2. Plumbing systems must carry sufficient water

3. Processing equipment must be cleaned after each day's run

4. To prevent cross-contamination, cleaning brushes must be color-coded

The correct answer is: Plumbing systems must carry sufficient water

The correct answer identifies a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) related to the plumbing systems in a facility. Good Manufacturing Practices are guidelines designed to ensure that products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards. These practices not only promote safety but also ensure that the production environment is sanitary and conducive to food safety. Focusing on plumbing systems carrying sufficient water is vital in maintaining hygiene, facilitating cleaning processes, and ensuring that food products can be prepared and processed safely without any contamination risk. Adequate water supply is crucial for sanitation processes, impacting the overall safety and quality of the food being produced. The other options, while important considerations in food safety and sanitation, do not fit the strict definition of GMPs as neatly. For instance, cleaning milk cans after each use and processing equipment after each day's run are operational best practices, but they do not encompass the overarching regulatory standards seen in GMPs. Similarly, while color-coding cleaning brushes can help prevent cross-contamination, it's a specific operational technique rather than a comprehensive guideline that defines broader GMP principles.