Write your own HACCP procedures (MyHACCP tool)

Write Your Own HACCP procedures (MyHACCP tool)

People are often confused or daunted by the prospect of having to draft their own HACCP plans and procedures (which is why they often resort to consultants or generic online click-and-print templates). Online HACCP software will enable you draw up procedures online but can involve lengthy subscriptions or prevent you from being able to regularly review and make changes (which is essential for HACCP procedures). 

Our templates are in MS Word and Excel. They enable you to create as many HACCPs as you like in a traditional tabular format.

These templates are suitable for a wide range of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), including:

• Manufacturers
• Re-packers
• Home producers

They also provide a very useful, and complete, tool for food safety consultants who prepare HACCPs for clients.

OUR HACCP TEMPLATES WILL ALLOW YOU TO:

• Choose and develop your prerequisite hygiene procedures
• Build your HACCP plan
• Provide yourself with a comprehensive food safety management system
• Be compliant with food law

THE GUIDE BOOK WILL ENABLE YOU TO:

• Log your prerequisite hygiene controls
• Construct a flow diagram
• Identify the hazards
• Identify controls and monitoring
• Specify corrective actions and review procedures

By the end of the process you will have completed a HACCP template (in Word) and accompanying chart (in Excel). These can then be saved and amended at a later date.

Note that this is not a generic click-and-print tool; it is very comprehensive and you will have to apply some thought! Why? It is really important that your procedures accurately reflect the particulars of your business (so that you are safe and compliant).

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Your HACCP Book | PDF | 70 pages A4

This is a guide to completing your HACCP procedures and chart. It is an e-book, of almost 19000 words in length, that guides you through the process of developing your prerequisite and HACCP procedures.

HACCP Template | MS Word .dotx | 27 pages A4

This is your basic template where the particulars of your business will be specified in detail. Complete the various blank sections step-by-step in the template to build your system.

Preparatory Work Template | MS Excel .xltx | Worksheet template

The 8 preparatory stages have been identified which should, wherever possible, be completed sequentially using this template before the HACCP principles. 

HACCP Chart | MS Excel .xltx | Worksheet template

Fill out this chart in Excel for a comprehensive, traditional style, HACCP approach to food safety management. Complete the flow diagram and HACCP chart here step-by-step and in conjunction with your Word template.

FSA Reference documents | ZIP file

Templates for records, factsheets, HACCP examples and other references. 25 PDF and Word documents in total.

FAQs

Q. Is this the same as the Food Standards Agency's MyHACCP tool?

It is very similar and is based on their model so that you can be assured that it will be recognised. It contains information produced by the FSA.

Q. What types of food businesses is this HACCP tool suitable for?

This HACCP tool was designed primarily for small food manufacturing businesses. However, because HACCP principles are broadly applicable, the tool can also support other food sectors. Caterers and retailers should use other systems provided by Encentre.

If your production involves more complex steps or higher‑risk ingredients that won’t be eaten immediately, this tool can help you build a more detailed, fully documented HACCP‑based food safety management system.

Q. Can I use only part of the tool?

Yes. If you already have most of your HACCP documentation in place, you can use only the sections you need.

Q. Does completing the documents mean I automatically comply with food law?

Not automatically. These tools guides you through hazard analysis and helps you document your controls, but the quality of your HACCP system depends on the information you provide and how effectively you implement and maintain those controls.

Q. Can I amend and save the documents?

Yes, you may use and save as you wish. We only ask that you do not share, sell, copy or distribute the templates. You can share the finished work with clients as PDFs or other non‑editable files.

Q. Will these resources do everything needed to create my HACCP plan?

The documents guide you step‑by‑step through the HACCP process and provides templates and structure, saving you time. It cannot replace your own knowledge of your products, processes and customers.