- HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points): a hazard analysis and critical control point system
- ISO 22000 / ISO 9001: quality management and food safety standards
👉 Important common point: hygiene control throughout the entire production process
What does HACCP require in terms of hygiene checks?
1. Cleaning of food contact surfaces
Areas that need to be checked:
- Processing tables
- Knives, cutting boards
- Conveyor belts
👉 This is where the risk of microbiological contamination is highest
2. Cleaning of utensils and equipment
- Machinery after cleaning
- Packaging equipment
- Utensils holding raw materials
👉 If not properly controlled → causes cross-contamination
3. Hand hygiene for employees
- Hands are a major source of contamination
- Must be checked after hand washing
👉 Many businesses overlook this factor
4. Cleaning of the production environment
Including:
- Floor
- Walls
- Air
- Production areas
5. Checking the effectiveness of cleaning (Verification)
👉 This is an important requirement in HACCP:
Not only clean → but prove that it is clean
Common mistakes when checking hygiene
- Checking only with the naked eye
- No quantitative data
- No checking after cleaning
- No clear evaluation criteria
👉 These mistakes cause businesses to:
- Fail HACCP / ISO
- Face the risk of product recall
A fast hygiene checking solution with the ATP meter
Today, many businesses apply the ATP testing method to meet the requirements of hygiene HACCP standards.
What is ATP?
ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is a biological indicator present in:
- Bacteria
- Food residues
- Organic matter
👉 If ATP is present → it means the surface is not clean
Benefits of using the Lumitester Smart ATP meter
Lumitester Smart is a device that helps businesses control hygiene quickly:
✔ Testing in 10 seconds → No need to wait 24–48h as with microbiology
✔ Clear quantitative results (RLU) → Easy to set Pass/Fail criteria
✔ Complies with HACCP – ISO standards → Easy auditing, data traceability
✔ Reduces testing costs → No need to send samples to the laboratory
Comparing ATP and microbiological testing
👉 ATP is suitable for daily hygiene checks
Conclusion
To meet hygiene HACCP standards and ISO, businesses need:
✔ Check all areas thoroughly
✔ Have a clear measurement method
✔ Have data proving hygiene compliance
👉 And the most effective solution today is to use an ATP meter such as the Lumitester Smart to:
- Control quickly
- Reduce risk
- Achieve certification easily
Suggestions for businesses
If you are:
- Preparing for a HACCP / ISO audit
- Want professional hygiene control
- Want to reduce testing costs
👉 Consider applying ATP testing today