Short Answer
Yes and no. Self-control plan in Estonia MUST be based on HACCP principles, but they're not exactly the same thing.
What is HACCP?
HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) is an international system for ensuring food safety. It focuses on:
- Hazard analysis
- Identifying critical control points
- Monitoring
- Corrective actions
What is a Self-Control Plan?
Self-control plan is a document required by Estonian law that:
- Is based on HACCP principles
- Contains company-specific procedures
- Is adapted to your operations
- Must be practical and followable
Main Differences
HACCP
- International standard
- 7 core principles
- Very detailed and strict
- Suitable for large companies
Self-Control Plan
- Estonian law requirement
- Based on HACCP
- Adapted and practical
- Suitable for all companies
7 HACCP Principles
- Hazard analysis - What can go wrong?
- Critical control points - Where can we control?
- Critical limits - What are safe values?
- Monitoring - How do we track?
- Corrective actions - What do we do if something goes wrong?
- Verification - Is the system working?
- Documentation - Written proof of everything
What Does Your Business Need?
Small Business
- Simplified self-control plan
- Based on HACCP principles
- Practical and trackable
Medium/Large Business
- Complete self-control plan
- All HACCP principles
- Detailed documentation
Food Production
- Full HACCP system
- Certification may be required
- Regular audits
Common Misconceptions
❌ "I have HACCP, don't need self-control plan"
✓ You need self-control plan according to Estonian law
❌ "Self-control plan is simpler than HACCP"
✓ It's just as serious, just more practical
❌ "I can copy another company's plan"
✓ Plan must be specific to your business
OTOH Helps
We create a self-control plan that:
- Meets Estonian law
- Based on HACCP principles
- Is practical and trackable
- Fits your business
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