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Version 1.0 Jun 22, 2012

PrimusLabs Audit (176672)
Ranch V07.04 Rev. 1
Customer(s)River Ranch Fresh Foods
    Contact:Francisco Valdes
    Address: 1156 Abbott St
    Salinas California 93901
    United States
    Phone Number: 831-970-0707 Fax Number: 831-755-8255
    Email(s):Cvaldes@rrff.com
Royal Rose LLC
    Contact:Emily Lyons
    Address: PO Box 7416
    Salinas California 93962
    United States
    Phone Number: 831-758-1957 Fax Number: 831-758-6649
    Email(s):jenny@radicchio.com
Grower(s)A. W. Johnson & Son
    Contact:Lourdes Peralta
    Address: 922 Los Palos Drive
    Spreckels Colorado 93901
    United States
    Phone Number: 831-970-8889 Ext: Fax Number: 831-422-4549
    Email(s):carolfjohnson@comcast.net
Ranch(s)Conley
    Salinas California
    United States
Facility(s)Taylor Farms - Hansen
    Contact:Joshua Tamayo
    Address: 1275 Hansen Street, Salinas CA 93901
    Salinas California 93901
    United States
    Phone Number: 831-676-9582 Fax Number: 831-676-9502
    Email(s):jtamayo@taylorfarms.com
Audit Type:Farm/Ranch
Foreman or Contact Person (and email):Dennis Johnson
Location/City:Salinas
State:California
Country:United States
Date Audit Started:06/06/2012 11:00
Date Audit Finished:06/06/2012 11:30
Commodity(ies):Radicchio, Iceberg Lettuce, Broccoli
Auditor:Raymond Cortes ()
Audit Percentage Score:97%
Announced Audit?Yes
Audit Scope:Conley Ranch is located in Salinas, CA, bordered by Encinal Rd. Commodities for this ranch and acreage are: broccoli, 15 acres; iceberg lettuce, 85 acres and radicchio, 24 acres. Water sources are wells and reservoir. Crop protection applications are outsourced by the grower. Harvest operations are not included in the scope of this audit. Time noted above reflects time on the ranch, does not include time reviewing paperwork.
Audit Entered By:Raymond Cortes


Self Inspection
Question No.Audit QuestionGiven AnswerGiven ScorePossible ScoreRecommendationAuditor CommentsAudio/
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01.01Have Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) manuals covering each growing area within the scope of this audit (e.g., growing operation, orchard, vineyard) been developed and are they available for review?Yes55Yes, GAP manual was available for review.
01.02Have documented Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)self-audits been completed for each growing area that is within the scope of this audit (e.g. growing operation, orchard, vineyard)?Yes77Yes, self audit for Conley Ranch was available for review.

Traceability
Question No.Audit QuestionGiven AnswerGiven ScorePossible ScoreRecommendationAuditor CommentsAudio/
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02.01Is the growing area(s) adequately identified or coded to enable trace back and trace forward in the event of a recall?Yes1515Yes, growing area is identified by field name, lot number and sub-lot.

Ground History
Question No.Audit QuestionGiven AnswerGiven ScorePossible ScoreRecommendationAuditor CommentsAudio/
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03.01Were farming area(s) used for growing food crops for human consumption last season?Yes00Yes, field was used for crops for human consumption.
03.02Has the growing area(s) been used for any non-agricultural functions? If No, go to 3.03No77No, field has not been used for non-agricultural functions.
03.02aIf the land had been used previously for non-agricultural functions have soil tests been conducted showing soil was negative or within an appropriate regulatory agency's approved limits for contaminants?N/A00
03.03Has the growing area(s) been used for animal husbandry or grazing land for animals? If No, go to 3.04No77No, field has not been used for animal husbandry or grazing.
03.03aIf the land was used previously for animal husbandry or grazing land for livestock, has a risk evaluation been performed?N/A00
03.04Is there any evidence of animal activity in the crop that is a potential food safety risk?No2020No, evidence of animal activity was not observed.
03.05Has flooding from uncontrolled causes occurred on the growing area(s) since the previous growing season? If No, go to 3.06No00Field has not been flooded since the last growing season.
03.05aIf the growing area(s) and product was affected from the flood waters, is there documented evidence that corrective measures were taken to affected land and product?N/A00
03.05bHave soil tests been conducted on the flooded area(s) showing soil was negative or within an appropriate regulatory agency's approved limits for contaminants?N/A00
03.06Is the growing operation under organic principles? If No , go to 3.07No00Definition for "organic principles": A system that relies on ecosystem management rather than external agricultural inputs. http://www.fao.org/ORGANICAG/fram11-e.htmField is not grown under organic principles.
03.06aIs current certification by an accredited organic certification organization on file and available for review?N/A00
03.07If the growing area(s) is a new purchase or lease, has a documented risk assessment been undertaken?N/A00N/A- field is not a new purchase or lease.

Adjacent Land Use
Question No.Audit QuestionGiven AnswerGiven ScorePossible ScoreRecommendationAuditor CommentsAudio/
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04.01Is the adjacent land to the growing area a possible source of contamination from intensive livestock production (e.g. feed lots, dairy operations, poultry houses, meat rendering operation)? If No, go to 4.02No1010No, adjacent lands do not practice intensive livestock production.
04.01aHave appropriate measures been taken to mitigate this possible contamination source onto the growing area (e.g. buffer areas, physical barriers, fences, ditches, etc.)?N/A00
04.02Are, or is there evidence of domestic animals, wild animals, grazing lands (includes homes with hobby farms, and non commercial livestock) in proximity to growing operation? If No, go to 4.03Yes010Examples include chicken coops, dogs, horses, homes with hobby farms, wild pigs etc. Auditor must consider the maturity stage and type of crop involved. For example, pig activity around a ground level berry crop is different from a high level tree crop.Yes, a horse was observed on the adjacent land.
04.02aHave physical measures been put in place to restrain domestic animals, grazing lands, (includes homes with hobby farms, and non commercial livestock) and their waste from entering the growing area (e.g. vegetative strips, wind breaks, physical barriers, berms, fences, diversion ditches.)?Yes1515Yes, fence is in place to limit animal intrusion.
04.02bIs there a written policy supported by visual evidence that domestic, livestock, or wild animals are not allowed in the growing area? Note: This includes any packaging or equipment storage areas.Yes1010Yes, A.W. Johnson & Sons have a no animal policy for their ranches.
04.02cAre measures in place to reduce or limit the animal intrusion (i.e., monitoring field perimeter for signs of intrusion)?Yes1515Adjacent lands are fenced in.
04.03Are untreated animal manure piles, compost, biosolids, or nonsynthetic amendment stored and/or applied on adjacent land? If No, go to 4.04No1010No untreated animal manure, compost, biosolids, etc. are used or stored on the adjacent lands.
04.03aHave physical measures been taken to secure untreated animal manure piles, compost, biosolids, or nonsynthetic amendment stored and/or applied on adjacent land?N/A00
04.03bIf biosolids are stored and/or applied on adjacent land, has the adjacent landowner supplied paperwork confirming the biosolids meet prevailing guidelines, governmental, or local standards?N/A00
04.04Is the growing area situated in a higher risk location where contamination could occur from nearby operations or functions (e.g. leach fields,  runoff or potential flooding from sewers, toilet systems, industrial facilities, labor camps)? If No, go to 4.05No1010Ranch is not located near a high risk operation.
04.04aHave appropriate measures been taken to mitigate risks related to nearby operations?N/A00N/A- not located near a high risk operation.
04.05Is there a documented and implemented policy that infant or toddler aged children are not allowed in the growing area? NOTE: This includes any packaging or equipment storage areas.No010There is a written policy supported by visual evidence that infant or toddler aged children are not allowed in the growing area as well as in or around any packaging, chemical or equipment storage areas.No, the grower does not have a no children/infant policy.

Fertilizer/Crop Nutrition
Question No.Audit QuestionGiven AnswerGiven ScorePossible ScoreRecommendationAuditor CommentsAudio/
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05.01Is untreated human sewage sludge used in the growing cycle? If this question is answered Yes, automatic failure of this audit will result.No2020No, human sewage sludge is not used by the grower.
05.02Is compost produced from animal derived materials used by the grower? If No, go to 5.03No00No, animal derived materials are not used by the grower.
05.02aAre compost applications incorporated into the soil prior to planting or bud burst for tree crops and not applied during the growing season?N/A00N/A- compost is not used by the grower.
05.02bAre there compost use records available for each growing area, including application records which shows that the interval between application and harvest was not less than 45 days?N/A00
05.02cAre there Certificate(s) of Analysis (CoA) from the compost supplier(s) that covers pathogen and heavy metal testing (plus any other legally/best practice required testing) and does the grower have relevant letters of guarantee regarding SOP's and logs?N/A00
05.03Are biosolids used? If No, go to 5.04. NOTE: Special attention to commodity specific guidelines rules (e.g., Californian Leafy Greens) which ban the use of biosolids, see 5.03dNo00No, biosolids are not used.
05.03aAre biosolids incorporated into the soil prior to planting or bud burst for tree crops and not applied during the growing season?N/A00
05.03bAre the grower's biosolids use records available for each growing area, especially application records?N/A00
05.03cAre there a Certificate(s) of Analysis (COA) from the biosolid supplier(s) certifying compliance with prevailing national/ local standards and guidelines? If this question is answered No, automatic failure of this audit will result.N/A00
05.03dAre biosolids being applied to crops where the country of production regulations/guidelines ban the use such materials e.g. Leafy Green Commodity Specific Guidelines in California? If this question is answered Yes, automatic failure of this audit will result.N/A00
05.04Is untreated animal manure used? If No, go to 5.05. NOTE: Special attention to commodity specific guidelines rules (e.g., Californian Leafy Green Commodity Specific Guidelines) which ban the use of untreated animal manures. See 5.04dNo1515No, untreated animal manure is not used.
05.04aIs untreated animal manure incorporated into the soil prior to planting or bud burst for tree crops and not applied during the growing season?N/A00
05.04bAre there untreated animal manure records available for each growing area including application records which shows that the interval between application and harvest was not less than 120 days (unless more stringent laws or guidelines exist)?N/A00
05.04cAre there Certificate(s) of Analysis (COA), specification or some other document available for review provided by the untreated animal manure supplier stating the components of the material?N/A00
05.04dAre untreated animal manures being applied to crops where the country regulations/guidelines ban the use such materials (e.g., Californian Leafy Green Commodity Specific Guidelines)? If this question is answered Yes, automatic failure of this audit will result.N/A00
05.05Are other nonsynthetic crop treatments used (e.g. compost teas, fish emulsions, fish meal, blood meal,"bio fertilizers")? If No, go to 5.06No00No, other non-synthetic crop treatments are not used.
05.05aAre nonsynthetic treatments that contain animal products or animal manures applied to the edible portions crops?N/A00N/A- other non-synthetic animal based crop treatments are not used.
05.05bAre nonsynthetic crop treatment records available for each growing area including application records demonstrating the interval between application and harvest was not less than 45 days?N/A00
05.05cAre there Certificate(s) of Analysis available from the nonsynthetic crop treatment suppliers that covers pathogen and heavy metal testing (plus any other legally/best practice required testing)?N/A00
05.06Are any soil amendments (except inorganic nutrients/fertilizers) used that do not contain animal products and/or animal manures? If No, go to 5.07No00No, animal based soil amendments are not used.
05.06aAre the grower's soil amendment (except inorganic nutrients/fertilizers that do not contain animal products and/or animal manures) records available for review including application records?N/A00
05.06bAre there Certificate(s) of Analysis (COA) and/or letters of guarantee stating that the materials used are free from animal products and/or animal manures?N/A00
05.07Are inorganic fertilizers used? If No, go to 5.08Yes00Yes, inorganic fertilizers are used.
05.07aAre the grower's inorganic fertilizer records available for review including application records?Yes1010Yes, fertilizer application records were available for review.
05.07bAre there Certificate(s) of Analysis (COA), letters of guarantee or some other documents from the inorganic fertilizer supplier(s) that specifies the source of all the ingredients including inert materials?No07Certificate(s) of Analysis (COA), letters of guarantee or other formal documentation from the fertilizer manufacturer's or supplier(s) should be current and state any inert or active ingredient substances used as "fillers" (e.g., clay pellets, granular limestone).No, COA's for the fertilizers were not available for review.
05.08If fertilizers and/or fertilizer containers are stored on the property, are they stored in a manner to prevent contamination to the growing area(s) or any of water sources?Yes33Yes, fertilizers are properly stored to prevent contamination.

Irrigation/Water Use
Question No.Audit QuestionGiven AnswerGiven ScorePossible ScoreRecommendationAuditor CommentsAudio/
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06.01Does the growing operation practice dryland farming? If No, go to 6.02.No00This refers to crop production that relies only on direct rainfall.No, dryland farming is not practiced.
06.01aIf the growing operation practices dryland farming, are there water systems used in the growing operation to supply for crop needs such as crop protection/fertilizer applications, and frost or freeze prevention program? If No, go to 6.02N/A00
06.01bAre microbiological tests, including Generic E.coli conducted on water used for crop protection/fertilizer applications, and frost or freeze prevention program? If No, go to 6.01d.N/A00
06.01cAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00
06.01dDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols which include how samples should be identified?N/A00
06.01eDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00
06.01fIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00
06.02Is the water used for the growing operation sourced from Municipal or District water pipeline systems? If No, go to 6.03No00(No recommendation)No water source is not from municipal or water district source.
06.02aAre microbiological tests, including Generic E.coli conducted on water used for crop protection/fertilizer applications, and frost or freeze prevention program? If No, go to 6.02c.N/A00
06.02bAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00
06.02cDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00
06.02dDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00
06.02eIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00
06.02fAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00
06.02gIs overhead irrigation used to irrigate the crop or as part of a frost or freeze prevention program? NOTE: "Irrigating the crop" refers to irrigation during the mature growing cycle. This does not include pre-planting or just after planting to create a stand.N/A00
06.02hAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?N/A00
06.02iAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00
06.03Is the water used in the growing operation sourced from wells? If No, go to 6.04Yes00Yes, one water source is from wells.
06.03aAre all well heads an adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00N/A- grower does not use animal manure.
06.03bIs the well designed to prevent contamination?Yes1010Yes, wells are deep water wells.
06.03cIs it evident that the well(s) is free from contamination issues and are measures taken to minimize contamination of wells?Yes1010Yes, wells were free from contamination issues.
06.03dAre records kept for periodic inspections and treatment of wells (if performed) available for review?Yes77Yes, wells are inspected and documented.
06.03eAre microbiological tests, including Generic E.coli conducted on water used for irrigation, crop protection/fertilizer applications, and frost or freeze prevention program? If No, go to 6.03gYes2020Yes, water is tested for microbial activity.
06.03fAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?Yes1515Yes, last water test was conducted on 5/4/12 for generic E. coli. Test results were <1 MPN/100 ml.
06.03gDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?Yes1010Yes, SOP's cover water sampling protocols.
06.03hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?Yes1010Yes, SOP's address adverse water results.
06.03iIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00N/A- adverse water results have not occurred.
06.03jAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?Yes00Yes, a drip system is used.
06.03kIs overhead irrigation used to irrigate the crop or as part of a frost or freeze prevention program? NOTE: "Irrigating the crop" refers to irrigation during the mature growing cycle. This does not include pre-planting or just after planting to create a stand.Yes00Information gathering question. Reducing contact with edible portion of the crop is believed to reduces microbial risk.Yes, sprinklers are used to irrigate the crops.
06.03lAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?N/A00N/A- no flood/furrow system is used.
06.03mAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00N/A- crops are not sub-irrigated.
06.04Is the water used in the growing operation sourced from ponds, reservoirs, watersheds or other surface water source? If No, go to 6.05Yes00Water sourced from ponds, reservoirs, watersheds or other surface water systems may carry more of a risk for contamination than closed water sources. For surface waters, consider the impact of storm events on irrigation practices. Bacterial loads in surface water are generally much higher than normal, and caution should be exercised when using these waters for irrigation.Yes, another water source is from a reservoir.
06.04aIs surface water in adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00N/A- grower does not use untreated manure.
06.04bDo animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the water source?No77No, reservoir is tarped off.
06.04cIs it evident that the water source is free of contamination issues and are measures taken to minimize contamination of the water source?Yes1010Yes, reservoir was free from contamination issues.
06.04dAre records kept for the periodic visual inspections and disinfection treatments (if used) available for review?Yes77Yes, reservoir inspections were available for review.
06.04eAre microbiological tests, including Generic E.coli conducted on water used for irrigation, crop protection/fertilizer applications, and frost or freeze prevention program? If No, go to 6.04gYes2020Yes, water microbial activity is tested.
06.04fAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?Yes1515Yes, last water test was conducted on 5/4/12 for generic E. coli. Test results were <1 MPN/100 ml.
06.04gDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?Yes1010Yes, sampling protocols are covered in the SOP's.
06.04hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?Yes1010Yes, SOP's cover adverse results.
06.04iIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00N/A- adverse results have not been detected.
06.04jAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?Yes00Yes, drip system is used.
06.04kIs overhead irrigation used to irrigate the crop or as part of a frost or freeze prevention program? NOTE: "Irrigating the crop" refers to irrigation during the mature growing cycle. This does not include pre-planting or just after planting to create a stand.Yes00Information gathering question. Reducing contact with edible portion of the crop is believed to reduces microbial risk.Yes, sprinklers are used.
06.04lAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?N/A00N/A- crops are not irrigated using a flood/furrow system.
06.04mAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00N/A- crops are not sub-irrigated.
06.05Is the water used in the growing operation sourced from canals, rivers, ditches, or other open flowing water systems? If No, go to 6.06No00No, water source is not from open flowing systems.
06.05aIs surface water in adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00
06.05bIs the water source under the direction of a water authority or district?N/A00
06.05cDo animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the water source?N/A00
06.05dIs it evident that the water source is free of contamination issues and are measures taken to minimize contamination of the water source?N/A00
06.05eAre records kept for periodic visual inspection and disinfection (if occurring) of the water source and available for review?N/A00
06.05fAre microbial tests, including Generic E.coli conducted on water used for irrigation, crop protection/fertilizer applications, and frost or freeze prevention program? If No, go to 6.05hN/A00
06.05gAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00
06.05hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00
06.05iDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00
06.05jIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00
06.05kAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00
06.05lIs overhead irrigation used to irrigate the crop or as part of a frost or freeze prevention program? NOTE: "Irrigating the crop" refers to irrigation during the mature growing cycle. This does not include pre-planting or just after planting to create a stand.N/A00
06.05mAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or furrow system?N/A00
06.05nAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00
06.06Is reclaimed water used in the growing operation? NOTE: This refers to wastewater that has gone through a treatment process. If No, go to 6.07.No00No, grower does not use reclaimed water.
06.06aIs the reclamation process under the direction of a water reclamation management or authority?N/A00
06.06bAre microbial control measures for reclaimed water utilized?N/A00
06.06cAre microbial tests, including Generic E.coli conducted on water used for irrigation, crop protection/fertilizer applications, and frost or freeze prevention program? If No, go to 6.06eN/A00
06.06dAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00
06.06eDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00
06.06fDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00
06.06gIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00
06.06hAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00
06.06iIs overhead irrigation used to irrigate the crop or as part of a frost or freeze prevention program? NOTE: "Irrigating the crop" refers to irrigation during the mature growing cycle. This does not include pre-planting or just after planting to create a stand.N/A00
06.06jAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?N/A00
06.06kAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00
06.07Are tail water (run off water) systems used in the growing operation? If No, go to 6.08.No00No, tail water is not used.
06.07aIs tail water in adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00
06.07bDo animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the tail water systems?N/A00
06.07cIs it evident that the water source is free of contamination issues and are measures taken to minimize contamination of the tail water system?N/A00
06.07dAre records kept for periodic visual inspection and disinfection (if occurring) of the water source and available for review?N/A00
06.07eAre microbial tests conducted, including Generic E.coli on water used for irrigation, crop protection/fertilizer applications, and frost or freeze prevention program? If No, go to 6.07gN/A00
06.07fAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00
06.07gDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00
06.07hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00
06.07iIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00
06.07jAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00
06.07kIs overhead irrigation used to irrigate the crop or as part of a frost or freeze prevention program? NOTE: "Irrigating the crop" refers to irrigation during the mature growing cycle. This does not include pre-planting or just after planting to create a stand.N/A00
06.07lAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or furrow system?N/A00
06.07mAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00
06.08Are check valves, anti-siphon devices, or other back flow prevention systems in use when and where necessary?Yes1010Yes, check valves are in place at the well pumps.
06.09Is irrigation equipment not in use free from pest contamination and stored clean off the ground?Yes1010Yes, irrigation piping is stored off the ground.

Crop Protection
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07.01Is there a documented policy and/or procedures for the mixing/loading of crop protection materials?Yes55Yes, policy was available for review. Wilbur Ellis handles crop protection applications for the grower.
07.01aIs mixing, loading, or the dilution of crop protection materials performed safely and within a distance where the growing area and water sources are not affected?Yes77Yes, chemicals are prepared at a safe distance from the field and water sources.
07.02Is there a documented policy and/or procedures for the rinsing and cleaning of crop protection equipment?Yes55Yes, policy was availble for review.
07.02aIs rinsing and cleaning of crop protection equipment performed safely and within a distance where land and water sources are not affected?Yes77Yes, rinsing/cleaning is conducted at a safe distance from the field and water sources.
07.03Is there documentation that shows the individual(s) making decisions for crop protection are qualified?Yes1010Yes, PCA Kyle Alpers with license # 121780 makes crop protection application recommendations.
07.04Is there documentation that shows employees who handle crop protection materials are trained or are under the supervision of a trained individual?Yes1515Yes, Kyle Alpers supervises the applicators.
07.05Does the growing operation follow a pesticide application recording program? If No, go to 7.06 If this question is answered No, automatic failure of this audit will result.Yes2020Yes, crop protection application records were available for review.
07.05aAre crop protection application records up to date and available for review?Yes1515Yes, records were current.
07.06Are crop protection materials registered in the country of use for the target crop where official registration is in place? If this question is answered Yes, skip to question 7.07. If no official registration system is utilized answer this question N/A and go to 7.06a. Where a system exists, but a crop protection chemical being used is not registered for the target crop either "in country" or by extrapolation (see 7.06a), the response to this question is No. If this question is answered No, automatic failure of this audit will result.N/A00N/A- only EPA approved chemicals are used.
07.06aDoes the country of production allow the use of crop protection materials that are registered for the target crop in another country, as long as the use of this material does not contravene any prevailing national and local laws in the destination country (e.g. maximum residue limit, banned lists, etc.)? If this question is answered No, automatic failure of this audit will result.N/A00N/A- only EPA approved chemicals are used.
07.07Are crop protection applications restricted by the guidelines established by the product label, manufacturer recommendation, or by prevailing national/ local standards and guidelines? If this question is answered No, automatic failure of this audit will result.Yes2020Yes, label instructions are strictly followed.
07.08Where harvesting is restricted by pre-harvest intervals (as required on the crop protection chemical product labels, manufacturer recommendations and/or by prevailing national/ local standards) is the grower adhering to these pre-harvest interval time periods? If this question is answered No, automatic failure of this audit will result.Yes2020Yes, application on 5/16/12 has a PHI of 0 days.
07.09Are employee re-entry intervals established as required by the pesticide label, manufacturer recommendation, or by prevailing national/ local standards and guidelines?Yes1010Yes, application on 5/15/12 had a REI of 24 hrs.
07.10When crop protection applications occur, does posting take place on area of treatment according to prevailing national/ local standards and guidelines?Yes1010Yes, postings are made at the four corners of the field.
07.11To avoid drift, are crop protection applications restricted when gusts are excessive?Yes1010Yes, applications only occur during favorable wind conditions.
07.12If crop protection containers are stored on the property (even temporarily), are they stored in a manner to prevent contamination and disposed of responsibly?N/A00N/A- grower does not store crop protection containers.
07.13Have documented policies and/or procedures been developed for the monitoring of crop protection application equipment (e.g. calibration procedures, inspections, replacement)?Yes1010Yes, calibration procedures were available for review.
07.13aIs it evident that the equipment used for crop protection applications is in good working order?N/A00N/A- grower does not handle crop protection equipment.

Employee Hygiene (This applies to on-the-farm staff not the harvesting staff)
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08.01Does the growing operation have a documented and implemented policy for dealing with employees who appear to be physically ill, or become ill while working?Yes1010Yes, policy for ill employees was reviewed.
08.02Does the growing operation have a documented and implemented policy regarding employees with open sores and wounds?Yes1010Yes, policy prohibits employees with open sores/wounds from reporting to work.
08.03Does the growing operation have a documented and implemented procedure in place requiring for all commodities that come in contact with blood to be destroyed? If this question is answered No, automatic failure of this audit will result.Yes2020Yes, any product that comes in contact with blood is discarded.
08.04Does the growing operation have documented and implemented policies prohibiting eating, drinking (including gum chewing) using tobacco in the growing area?Yes1010Yes, employees are not allowed to eat, drink or use tobacco in the growing area.
08.05Is there a food safety hygiene training program covering new and existing employees and are there records of these training events?Yes1515Yes, last training was conducted by Dennis Johnson on 2/20/12.
08.06Are there operational toilet facilities provided? If NO, go to 8.07. If this question is answered No, the audit will result in an automatic failure.Yes2020Yes, toilets are provided. The grower has an agreement to use adjacent land harvest crews toilets if needed.
08.06aAre the toilet facilities placed within ¼ mile or 5 minutes walking distance of all employees?Yes1010Yes, toilets are in close proximity.
08.06bAre toilet facilities in a suitable location to prevent contamination to the growing area?Yes1515Yes, toilets are not located in the growing area.
08.06cIs a minimum of one toilet facility provided for each group of 20 employees?Yes55Yes, sufficient number of toilets were provided.
08.06dDo toilet facilities have visuals or signs, written in the appropriate languages, reminding employees to wash their hands before returning to work?Yes22Yes, hand wash reminder signs in English and Spanish were posted.
08.06eAre the toilets maintained in a clean and sanitary condition and are there records showing toilet cleaning, servicing and stocking is occurring regularly?Yes1010Yes, stickers with toilet cleaning dates are available for review.
08.06fAre the catch basins of the toilets designed and maintained to prevent contamination in the field (e.g. free from leaks and cracks)?Yes55Yes, toilet catch basins are properly designed and maintained.
08.06gIs there is a documented and implemented procedure for emptying the catch basin in a hygienic manner and also in a way that prevent product, packaging, equipment and water system contamination?Yes55Yes, toilet emptying procedures were available for review.
08.07Is there evidence of fecal contamination in proximity to the growing area or any storage areas? (This refer to a single account of human or domestic animal fecal matter and/or systematic discoveries of wild animal manure) If this question is answered Yes, automatic failure of this audit will result.No2020No fecal contamination was observed during the audit.
08.08Are there operational hand washing facilities provided? If No, go to 8.09Yes1515Yes, hand wash stations are provided.
08.08aAre the hand washing facilities placed within ¼ mile or 5 minutes walking distance of all employees?Yes1010Yes, hand wash stations are in close proximity.
08.08bAre hand wash stations clearly visible (e.g. situated outside the toilet facility) and easily accessible to workers?Yes00Yes, hand wash stations are located adjacent to the toilet facility and outside.
08.08cAre hand wash stations properly stocked with soap, paper towels and trash can?Yes55Yes, hand wash stations were properly stocked.
08.08dAre the hand wash stations designed and being maintained to prevent contamination onto the growing area ( i.e. spent water does not go straight to the ground)?Yes55Yes, catch pans collect the used water.
08.08eDoes the growing operation have a documented and implemented policy and procedure in place requiring employees to wash their hands (e.g. prior to beginning work, after breaks, after toilet use)?Yes1010Yes, employees are required to wash their hands after using the toilet facility.
08.09Is fresh potable drinking water provided for workers? If No, go to 8.10Yes1010Yes, fresh potable water is provided to the employees.
08.09aIf used, are water containers maintained in a clean condition?Yes55Yes, Igloo containers were in clean condition.
08.10Are first-aid kits available and is the inventory maintained properly?Yes55Yes, properly stocked first aid kits were available.
08.11Are there trash cans available on the farm placed in suitable locations?Yes55Yes, trash cans were readily available.
08.12Are there any foreign material issues observed that are or could be potential risks to the product in the growing area (e.g jewelry)?No55No foreign material issues were observed during the audit.

Food Security
Question No.Audit QuestionGiven AnswerGiven ScorePossible ScoreRecommendationAuditor CommentsAudio/
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09.01Are measures taken to control vehicle access to the growing area? (specified access roads, furrows, etc)?Yes55Yes, field is not located directly off the road.
09.02Are postings such as "No Trespassing" and/or " Restricted Entry" used appropriately?Yes55Yes, no trespassing signs are posted.
09.03Are entrances to ranch-level roads restricted by gates, chains, guard stations, etc.?Yes55Yes, there is a gate at the entrance.
09.04Are wells or other water sources secured and designed to prohibit tampering?Yes55Yes, wells are deep water wells.
09.05Are grounds and facilities monitored by either in house or contracted personnel?Yes55Yes, there is a visitor policy in place.
09.06Are staff members instructed to note and report suspicious activity?Yes55Yes, suspicious activity is reported.
09.07Are high risk areas (e.g. spray equipment, equipment shops, sheds) monitored?Yes55Yes, equipment shop is locked.
09.08Is equipment examined for tampering prior to use?Yes55Yes, equipment is inspected prior to use.
09.09Are company supervisors required to undergo documented security training with attendance records?Yes55Yes, supervisors go through training.
09.10Is education material related to security made available?Yes55Yes, material is available.
09.11Are inventory records of agricultural chemicals maintained? If No, go to 9.12N/A00N/A- grower does not maintain chemicals.
09.11aAre the inventory records periodically reconciled with inventory?N/A00N/A- only EPA approved chemicals are used.
09.12Are all personal materials kept away from the harvest and packaging of  the harvesting operation?N/A00N/A- harvest operations not included in the scope of this audit.


Audit Scoring Summary
Self InspectionScore12
Possible Points12
Percent Score100%
TraceabilityScore15
Possible Points15
Percent Score100%
Ground HistoryScore34
Possible Points34
Percent Score100%
Adjacent Land UseScore70
Possible Points90
Percent Score78%
Fertilizer/Crop NutritionScore48
Possible Points55
Percent Score87%
Irrigation/Water UseScore181
Possible Points181
Percent Score100%
Crop ProtectionScore164
Possible Points164
Percent Score100%
Employee Hygiene (This applies to on-the-farm staff not the harvesting staff)Score232
Possible Points232
Percent Score100%
TotalScore756
Possible Points783
Percent Score97%