Dairy Processing HACCP Checklist
Comprehensive dairy processing HACCP checklist covering FDA Grade A PMO requirements including pasteurization controls and product testing.
- Industry: Dairy Processing
- Frequency: Per batch/Daily
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Quality Assurance/Plant Manager
- Total Items: 31
- Compliance: FDA Grade A PMO, HACCP, State Dairy Regulations
Raw Milk Receiving
Incoming milk
- Raw milk temperature ≤45°F at receipt?
- Sensory evaluation acceptable?
- Antibiotic testing performed/passed?
Pasteurization
Heat treatment
- Pasteurization temperature achieved?
- Proper hold time maintained?
- Recording charts verified?
- Flow diversion device functional?
CIP (Clean-In-Place)
Equipment cleaning
- CIP cycle completed?
- Final rinse water tested?
- Chemical concentrations verified?
Product Testing
Finished product
- Microbiological testing performed?
- Phosphatase test negative?
Pre-Inspection Information
Initial inspection details and documentation
- Inspector Name
- Inspection Date
- Location / Kitchen Area
- Inspection Type (Routine/Follow-up/Complaint)
- Previous inspection date and findings reviewed?
Temperature Control & Monitoring
Verify all temperature-sensitive equipment and food items
- Refrigerator temperature at or below 41°F (5°C)?
- Freezer temperature at or below 0°F (-18°C)?
- Hot holding foods at or above 135°F (57°C)?
- Thermometers calibrated and functional?
- Temperature logs current and properly maintained?
Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention
Proper food handling practices and contamination prevention
- Proper handwashing observed (20 seconds, soap)?
- Gloves used properly for ready-to-eat foods?
- Raw and cooked foods properly separated?
- Color-coded cutting boards used correctly?
- Allergen cross-contact controls in place?
Food Storage & Labeling
Proper storage, rotation, and labeling of food items
- FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation followed?
- All items properly date-labeled?
- Food stored 6 inches off floor?
- No expired products in storage?
Related Food & Hospitality Checklists
- Juice HACCP Processing Checklist
- Produce Food Safety Checklist - Farm Level
- Food Equipment Calibration Checklist
- Food Traceability Verification Checklist
- Hotel Kitchen Food Safety Checklist
- Food Warehouse Sanitation Checklist
- Ice Machine Sanitation Checklist
- Bar Food Safety Checklist
Related Food Safety Checklists
- HACCP Plan Audit Checklist - FREE Download
- Food Receiving Inspection Checklist - FREE Download
- Walk-in Cooler/Freezer Inspection Checklist - FREE Download
- Kitchen Deep Clean Checklist - FREE Download
- Food Truck Inspection Checklist - FREE Download
- Catering Event Safety Checklist - FREE Download
- Pest Control Inspection Checklist - FREE Download
- Bakery Sanitation Checklist - FREE Download
- Supplier Food Safety Audit Checklist - FREE Download
- Cross-Contamination Prevention Checklist - FREE Download
Why Use This Dairy Processing HACCP Checklist?
This dairy processing haccp checklist helps dairy processing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for quality assurance/plant manager professionals, this checklist covers 31 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: per batch/daily.
Ensures compliance with FDA Grade A PMO, HACCP, State Dairy Regulations. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Dairy Processing HACCP Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 31 inspection items across 8 sections: Raw Milk Receiving, Pasteurization, CIP (Clean-In-Place), Product Testing, Pre-Inspection Information, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention, Food Storage & Labeling. It is designed for dairy processing operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per batch/daily. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Dairy Processing HACCP Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Quality Assurance/Plant Manager professionals in the dairy processing industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.