What is the purpose of verification activities in HACCP records?

• A. To replace monitoring data with guesses.
• B. To document customer feedback.
• C. To modify the HACCP plan without evidence.
• D. To confirm that the HACCP plan is functioning as intended and that controls are effective.

Answer: (D)

Verification activities in HACCP records serve to confirm that the HACCP plan is functioning as intended and that the control measures are effective. They go beyond daily monitoring by checking the accuracy of monitoring data, ensuring CCPs stay within limits, and confirming that corrective actions truly resolve any issues. Verification can involve reviewing records, calibrating instruments, conducting audits, and using independent checks or validation to prove the plan’s effectiveness. This differs from replacing monitoring data with guesses, documenting customer feedback, or changing the plan without evidence, none of which demonstrate that hazards are being controlled as intended.