USDA Inspection Methods Practice Test

The correct answer focuses on how establishments need to handle hazards identified as Non-Regulated, Low Threat Organisms (NRLTO). These hazards are typically not subject to the same stringent controls as regulated ones, but they still require attention in the food safety system.

Establishments must ensure that appropriate prerequisite documentation is in place for NRLTO hazards, which provides a foundation for food safety practices and helps manage the associated risks. This documentation may include standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, and other relevant policies that support the overall safety program without necessarily establishing a Critical Control Point (CCP) for each hazard.

In contrast, other choices like addressing these hazards solely through CCPs, validating each one, or categorizing them specifically do not accurately represent the needed approach for NRLTO hazards. While these options may apply to other types of hazards in a food safety plan, NRLTO requires a more flexible approach, emphasizing the importance of thorough consultation and documentation over more rigid control measures.