What are the difference of control point and critical control point?

A control point is any step in a process where controls can be applied to ensure food safety and quality, but it may not directly prevent or eliminate hazards. In contrast, a critical control point (CCP) is a specific point in the process where a control measure is essential to prevent, eliminate, or reduce a food safety hazard to an acceptable level. Essentially, all CCPs are control points, but not all control points are CCPs. Identifying CCPs is crucial in developing effective food safety management systems, such as HACCP.