Cold stores should be designed and operated so as to maintain a product temperature of -18°C or colder with
a minimum of fluctuation (see Section 3.1.3). The temperature of the cold store may be an essential quality
provision and/or a CCP to avoid a critical temperature abuse situation that may jeopardize food safety.
Stock should be placed in the cold room in such a manner that the circulation of cold air is not impeded to
the extent that the product temperature is adversely affected.
Stocks should be rotated to ensure that the products leave the cold store on a “First in-First out” basis or
shortest durability date. In no case, should products be stored beyond their specified shelf-life.