What information should accompany each CCP reading?

• A. Date/time, initials, location
• B. Temperature only
• C. Product name only
• D. Color of thermometer

Answer: (A)

The key idea here is proper CCP recordkeeping. Each CCP reading should be accompanied by date and time, the initials of the person who took the measurement, and the location where the measurement was taken. This combination creates a traceable record showing exactly when and where monitoring occurred and who performed it, which is essential for verifying that the process is under control and for any follow-up actions or audits. Temperature alone doesn’t provide accountability or traceability; a product name without when and where doesn’t show the monitoring context; and the color of the thermometer has no recording value.