HACCP
At Makro we understand that the health and safety issues concerning cleaning are paramount within a professional catering environment which is why we are keen to support you in understanding HACCP - Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point.
What is HACCP?
HACCP is a preventive approach that addresses physical, chemical and biological hazards within the food industry. HACCP is used to identify potential food safety hazards, so that key actions, known as Critical Control Points (CCPs) can be taken to reduce or eliminate the risk of the hazards being realized.
HACCP recommends cleaning tools and processes are colour-coded and used in specific areas as a means of preventing cross-infection and cross-contamination in the home and the workplace.
Colour Coding Policy
The following colour coded protocol is recommended in the absence of a formal in-house colour coding policy.
The colours used must remain consistent for their tasks, and the fewer colours used, the better.
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Colour
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Used for
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Red
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Most often used in high-sanitary (high risk for the spread of infection) applications or in restroom cleaning, such as with toilets and urinals
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Yellow
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For sinks, counters and washroom surfaces; also used for specialty cleaning (counters, mirrors), gym areas and metal works
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Blue
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Used in lower-risk areas of a building, such as desktops, ledges, window cleaning and high and low dusting
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Green
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Used in food-processing and food-serving areas, as well as bar areas
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All cleaning operatives must be taught these colour rules. Make the code's guideline your company policy, with items colour-coded per task, including:
- Protective gloves
- Buckets
- Mops
- Cloths
- Floor pads
- Brushes
Always clean starting from the cleanest, least contaminated areas to the dirtiest. Keep colour-coding part of an ongoing employee education and training programme. Develop a colour-coding system that's simple to use, easy to learn and clearly understood by all cleaning workers.
HACCP Compliance
Makro is the only store where you can find a full solution for your HACCP needs. Our range includes a variety of mops, buckets, brushes and health and safety signage so just one trip to Makro can ensure you are fully HACCP compliant.
