Diseño de un sistema de análisis de peligros y puntos críticos de control (HACCP) en la planta procesadora de quinua COPROBICH ubicada en el cantón Colta.

Abstract

This project main aim was to design a hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) system at the COPROBICH quinoa processing plant located in the Colta canton. It started with the evaluation of the prerequisite of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) applying a checklist and then performing the HACCP plan with twelve fundamental steps. A HACCP team was formed with the processing plant personnel, they prepared descriptive sheets of raw material and final product with physical-chemical, microbiological and organoleptic parameters based on the NTE INEN 1673 (1988), (2013) standards and NTP 205.062 (2009) Quinoa Requirements. The final use and destination of the product was determined, elaborated and confirmed in situ along with the process flow chart. Subsequently, a list and determination of potential hazards were found, finding: physical, chemical and biological that were then subjected to an analysis in the decision tree with a result of three critical control points (CCP); in the stage of raw material reception (CCP1), raw material storage (CCP2); and magnetic desk (CCP3). 79% compliance with GMP was obtained; Critical limits were established for each CCP, in the CCP1 absence of pesticides and a maximum humidity of raw material of 14% to inhibit the development of mycotoxins concentration. For the CCP2 ambient temperature of 200C, and a relative humidity of 70%, to not allow the Aspergillus Flavus growth. For the CCP3 absence of ferrous metals, since the product cannot contain any type of metal. A surveillance system, corrective actions, procedures, instructions and records were designed so that in case of deviation from a CCP there are preventive measures, as well as its action records to ensure control over the process. The plan design will eventually help for its implementation by a certified company; therefore, it will be possible to obtain an innocuous product under accredited certification.