12VAC5-421-3620: When a HACCP plan is required

A. Before engaging in an activity that requires a HACCP plan, a permit applicant or permit holder shall submit to the department for approval a properly prepared HACCP plan as specified under 12VAC5-421-3630 and the relevant provisions of this chapter if:

1. Submission of a HACCP plan is required according to law;

2. A variance is required as specified under 12VAC5-421-700 D 4,12VAC5-421-860, or 12VAC5-421-1300 B; or

3. The department determines that a food preparation or processing method requires a variance based on a plan submittal specified under 12VAC5-421-3610, an inspectional finding, or a variance request.

B. Before engaging in reduced oxygen packaging without a variance as specified under 12VAC5-421-870, a permit applicant or permit holder shall submit a properly prepared HACCP plan to the department.