Sawgrass Nutra Labs

Facility HACCP Plan

This HACCP Plan defines the hazard identification, evaluation, and control framework used by Sawgrass Nutra Labs (SNL) to manage food safety and quality risks associated with the manufacture of dietary supplements in capsule and powder dosage forms.

Controlled Document Statement:
This HACCP Plan summarizes hazard analysis and control mechanisms implemented by Sawgrass Nutra Labs. Detailed operational execution is governed by approved QMS governance documents, Family Packs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), QC requirements, and Master Manufacturing Records (MMRs) maintained within the Sawgrass Nutra Labs Quality Management System (QMS).


Table of Contents


Document Control
FieldValue
Document IDSNL-HACCP
Version1.0
StatusApproved
Prepared ByQuality Assurance
Approved ByQuality Unit
Effective DateTBD
Review CycleAnnual
RetentionPer SNL Record Retention Policy


QMS Control System References

The hazard controls identified within this HACCP Plan are implemented through approved governance documents, program families, and operational procedures maintained within the Sawgrass Nutra Labs Quality Management System (QMS).

The HACCP Plan does not establish new operational controls. It maps hazard management to existing QMS control systems.

Control Domain Primary QMS Reference Description
Enterprise Quality Governance QMS Policy & Unified Governance Manual Defines enterprise quality framework, authority, and governance
Risk Management Program QMS Manual – Risk Management Program Defines enterprise risk identification, evaluation, and control methodology
Sanitation, Environmental Monitoring & Pest Control QMS-FP-SAN – Sanitation QMS Family Pack Defines sanitation program governance including cleaning, EMP, and pest control
Production Controls QMS-FP-PROD – Production Family Pack Defines manufacturing process controls
Quality Assurance Operations QMS-FP-QA – Quality Assurance Family Pack Defines QA oversight, verification, and quality system execution
Quality Control Laboratory QMS-FP-QC – Quality Control Family Pack Defines QC testing, identity verification, and laboratory controls
Packaging Operations QMS-FP-PKG – Packaging Family Pack Defines packaging and labeling control processes
Material Handling & Warehouse QMS-FP-MH – Material Handling Family Pack Defines receiving, storage, and material control processes
Supplier Qualification QC Supplier Qualification Program Defines supplier approval, monitoring, and material acceptance controls
Traceability & Recall SOP-REC – Traceability & Recall Program Defines product traceability and recall readiness

Regulatory Alignment

This HACCP Plan aligns with Codex Alimentarius HACCP principles and supports compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 111 dietary supplement cGMP requirements.


HACCP Team
RoleResponsibility
QA ManagerHACCP program administration
Quality Unit DirectorFinal authority for quality and hazard escalation decisions
Production ManagerManufacturing process expertise
Packaging SupervisorPackaging hazard control oversight
Procurement ManagerSupplier risk management

Prerequisite Programs

These prerequisite programs are implemented through approved QMS family packs, QC requirements, SOPs, and controlled operational records maintained within the Sawgrass Nutra Labs Quality Management System (QMS). The HACCP Plan references these control systems and does not establish new operational procedures.


Hazard Classification

Hazard Evaluation Criteria

Hazards are evaluated using a risk-based assessment considering both the severity of potential impact and the likelihood of occurrence. This evaluation determines whether a hazard is adequately controlled through prerequisite programs (PRPs) or requires designation as a Critical Control Point (CCP).

Risk Level Severity Likelihood
Low Minimal impact on consumer safety Rare occurrence
Moderate Potential safety or quality impact Occasional occurrence
High Serious consumer health impact Likely or recurring occurrence

Process Flow Diagram
Receiving
↓
Quarantine
↓
Sampling / Identity Testing
↓
Material Release
↓
Weighing / Dispensing
↓
Blending
↓
Encapsulation OR Powder Filling
↓
Packaging
↓
Finished Product Release
↓
Distribution

The process flow diagram was reviewed and verified onsite by the HACCP team to confirm that it accurately represents actual manufacturing operations performed at Sawgrass Nutra Labs.


Hazard Analysis
Process Step Hazard Hazard Type Severity Likelihood Control Measure Justification CCP
Receiving Heavy metal contamination or contaminated raw material Chemical High Low Supplier Qualification Program (QC-SUP), incoming material COA verification, and QC material release controls Controlled through supplier qualification and QC release procedures No
Sampling / Identity Testing Incorrect ingredient identity or substitution Chemical / Quality High Moderate Incoming material identity testing per QC Material Acceptance Program (QC-MAT) Only correctly identified ingredients may be released for use Yes
Weighing / Dispensing Ingredient mix-up or incorrect dispense quantity Physical / Quality Moderate Low Controlled weighing and batch verification procedures defined within the Production Family Pack (QMS-FP-PROD) Procedural verification and reconciliation reduce the likelihood of substitution or error No
Blending Cross contamination or microbial growth Biological / Chemical Moderate Low Sanitation and environmental hygiene controls defined within the Sanitation Family Pack (QMS-FP-SAN) Controlled through prerequisite sanitation and environmental control programs No
Encapsulation / Powder Filling Foreign material contamination Physical Moderate Low Equipment inspection, line clearance, and preventive maintenance controls defined within the Production (QMS-FP-PROD) and Maintenance programs (QMS-FP-MAINT) Routine equipment checks and area clearance prevent introduction of foreign material No
Packaging Incorrect label, undeclared allergen, or product mix-up Allergen / Quality High Moderate Packaging verification, label control, and component reconciliation defined within the Packaging Family Pack (QMS-FP-PKG) Packaging controls ensure correct product identity and approved label application Yes
Distribution Product damage or loss of traceability Physical / Quality Moderate Low Finished product release controls and product traceability defined within the Traceability & Recall Program (SOP-REC) Controlled through release authorization, storage, and distribution traceability procedures No

CCP Decision Logic

Critical Control Point Control Plan
CCP Hazard Critical Limit Monitoring Verification Responsible Role Records Corrective Action
Ingredient Identity Verification Incorrect or substituted ingredient Ingredient must pass approved identity testing and match specification prior to release Identity testing performed for each incoming lot before use QC review of identity test results and batch record verification Quality Control Incoming material identity testing records Reject lot, place on hold, and initiate supplier investigation
Label Verification Incorrect labeling, undeclared allergen, or product mix-up Label artwork, product code, and packaging components must match the approved packaging specification and batch record Packaging line verification at startup and at defined periodic intervals QA review of packaging records and reconciliation documentation Packaging Supervisor / QA Packaging line verification log and reconciliation records Stop line, quarantine affected product, investigate deviation, and correct before restart

Monitoring
Control Monitoring Activity Frequency Responsible
Ingredient Identity Identity test verification Each incoming lot Quality Control
Label Verification Packaging line checks Startup + periodic checks Packaging Supervisor
Environmental Monitoring Environmental sample review Per environmental monitoring schedule Quality Control

Corrective Actions

Verification
ActivityFrequency
Internal QA AuditAnnual
HACCP Plan ReviewAnnual
Environmental Monitoring ReviewQuarterly
Supplier Program ReviewAnnual
CCP Record ReviewPer batch / routine review

Recordkeeping

Plan Validation

The HACCP Plan has been reviewed and validated by the HACCP team to confirm that identified hazards are adequately controlled through defined process controls, critical control points, and prerequisite programs. Validation includes review of supplier controls, identity testing requirements, packaging verification activities, sanitation controls, and supporting QMS procedures.