Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems provide scientifically sound bases for demonstrating that all reasonable precautions have been taken to prevent a hazard from reaching the consumer. For the plant manager, the HACCP program simplifies fish product safety by identifying the critical operations and providing effective and efficient methods for monitoring and controlling them. A Critical Control Point (CCP) is a procedure or process that controls or eliminates a hazard at a specified point in a food production sequence. Failure of the CCP can result in a Critical Defect. The final outcome of a HACCP program is the highest assurance of food safety.