Definitions for "Critical control point"
point or stage during manufacture where it is essential to control (reduce or eliminate) a hazard
(QA) A function or an area in a manufacturing process or procedure, the failure of which, or loss of control over, may have an adverse affect on the quality of the finished product and may result in a unacceptable health risk.
A point in a process at which control is to be applied in order to prevent or eliminate a hazard or reduce it to an acceptable level.