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Version 2.0 Nov 20, 2007

PrimusLabs Audit (71026)
Ranch v07.04
Customer(s)Duda Farm Fresh Foods, Inc/CA
    Contact:Cynthia Dominguez
    Address: P.O. Box 2386
    Salinas California 93901
    United States
    Phone Number: 831-784-2300
    Email(s):cynthia.dominguez@duda.com
Grower(s)Nickerson Farms
    Contact:Mitch Ford
    Address: Co. 3rd and Co. 20th Street, Dome Valley, Az.
    Yuma Arizona 85349
    United States
    Phone Number: 928 920 49 20
    Email(s):mitchcford@aol.com
Ranch(s)South Wohlford (Pasquinelli Produce)
    Yuma Arizona
    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):Bob Pasquinelli
Location/City:Yuma
State:Arizona
Country:United States
Date Audit Started:10/15/2007 14:00
Date Audit Finished:10/16/2007 14:54
Commodity(ies):Romaine Lettuce, Lettuce, Lettuce, Lettuce, Lettuce
Auditor:Vladimir Guardado (PrimusLabs Auditors)
Audit Percentage Score:95%
Announced Audit?Yes
Audit Scope:N/A
Audit Entered By:Vladimir Guardado
Other Auditing Personnel And Role:N/A
GPS Coordinates:Latitude:Length:
32° 39' 44"114° 44' 11"
32° 39' 55"114° 44' 11"
32° 39' 56"114° 44' 27"
32° 39' 49"114° 44' 28"
32° 39' 49"114° 44' 20"
32° 39' 43"114° 44' 20"


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?Yes55There was a GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) and SOP (Standard Operation Procedure) manual given by the shipper (DUDA), and also the grower has developed his own manual.
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)?Yes77A pre-operation check list as a part of the LGMA ( Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement) was filled regarding some issues like the land history, water usage, soil amendments, etc.; also a format of unusual events is filled for example when is found animal activity in the field, etc.

*Where laws, commodity specific guidelines and/or best practice recommendations exist and are derived from a reputable source, then these practices and parameters should be used. Audit users should allow a degree of risk association if laws, guidelines, best practices, etc., have not been documented.

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?Yes1515The ranch is identified in a map with a name and also at the same time the ranch is divided in blocks which are coded by numbers or cardinal points depending of the ranch.

*Where laws, commodity specific guidelines and/or best practice recommendations exist and are derived from a reputable source, then these practices and parameters should be used. Audit users should allow a degree of risk association if laws, guidelines, best practices, etc., have not been documented.

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?Yes00There was a letter where the grower declared that the land was used to grow crops last season and also there were records showing it.
03.02Has the growing area(s) been used for any non-agricultural functions? If No, go to 3.03No77
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 3.04No77
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?No2020
03.05Has flooding from uncontrolled causes occurred on the growing area(s) since the previous growing season? If No, go to 3.06No00
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.htm
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/A00No new purchase or lease.

*Where laws, commodity specific guidelines and/or best practice recommendations exist and are derived from a reputable source, then these practices and parameters should be used. Audit users should allow a degree of risk association if laws, guidelines, best practices, etc., have not been documented.

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 4.02No1010
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 4.03No1010
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.)?N/A00
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.N/A00
04.02cAre measures in place to reduce or limit the animal intrusion (i.e., monitoring field perimeter for signs of intrusion)?N/A00
04.03Are untreated animal manure piles, compost, biosolids, or nonsynthetic amendment stored and/or applied on adjacent land? If No, go to 4.04No1010
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 4.05No1010
04.04aHave appropriate measures been taken to mitigate risks related to nearby operations?N/A00
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.Yes1010

*Where laws, commodity specific guidelines and/or best practice recommendations exist and are derived from a reputable source, then these practices and parameters should be used. Audit users should allow a degree of risk association if laws, guidelines, best practices, etc., have not been documented.

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.No2020
05.02Is compost produced from animal derived materials used by the grower? If No, go to 5.03Yes00This question is specifically targeting compost produced from raw animal manures, as opposed to green waste.Some bovine compost was applied on this ranch.
05.02aAre compost applications incorporated into the soil prior to planting or bud burst for tree crops and not applied during the growing season?Yes1010The compost was applied on March 03, 2007.
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?Yes1515
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?Yes2020
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 5.03dNo00
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 5.04dNo1515
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 5.06No00
05.05aAre nonsynthetic treatments that contain animal products or animal manures applied to the edible portions crops?N/A00
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 5.07No00
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 5.08Yes00
05.07aAre the grower's inorganic fertilizer records available for review including application records?Yes1010
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?Yes77
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?N/A00No fertilizer storage on this ranch.

*Where laws, commodity specific guidelines and/or best practice recommendations exist and are derived from a reputable source, then these practices and parameters should be used. Audit users should allow a degree of risk association if laws, guidelines, best practices, etc., have not been documented.

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.
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)
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 6.04No00(No recommendation)
06.03aAre all well heads an adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00
06.03bIs the well designed to prevent contamination?N/A00
06.03cIs it evident that the well(s) is free from contamination issues and are measures taken to minimize contamination of wells?N/A00
06.03dAre records kept for periodic inspections and treatment of wells (if performed) available for review?N/A00
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 6.03gN/A00
06.03fAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00
06.03gDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00
06.03hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00
06.03iIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00
06.03jAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00
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.N/A00
06.03lAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?N/A00
06.03mAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00
06.04Is the water used in the growing operation sourced from ponds, reservoirs, watersheds or other surface water source? If No, go to 6.05No00
06.04aIs surface water in adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00
06.04bDo animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the water source?N/A00
06.04cIs it evident that the water source is free of contamination issues and are measures taken to minimize contamination of the water source?N/A00
06.04dAre records kept for the periodic visual inspections and disinfection treatments (if used) available for review?N/A00
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 6.04gN/A00
06.04fAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00
06.04gDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00
06.04hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00
06.04iIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00
06.04jAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00
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.N/A00
06.04lAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?N/A00
06.04mAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00
06.05Is the water used in the growing operation sourced from canals, rivers, ditches, or other open flowing water systems? If No, go to 6.06Yes00Water sourced from canals, rivers, ditches or other open flowing 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.
06.05aIs surface water in adequate distance from untreated manure?Yes1515
06.05bIs the water source under the direction of a water authority or district?Yes55
06.05cDo animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the water source?Yes07Animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) should not have access to the system due to the possibility of contamination occurrences.The canals are open and there are not barriers to avoid that animals have access to them.
06.05dIs it evident that the water source is free of contamination issues and are measures taken to minimize contamination of the water source?Yes1010
06.05eAre records kept for periodic visual inspection and disinfection (if occurring) of the water source and available for review?No07"Records" may include calendar books with commentary regarding what was checked, the condition, unusual occurrences, and any action taken. If using a disinfection injection system (e.g. chlorination), there should be monitoring logs completed on at least a daily basis. The appropriate support documentation should be available for review.There were not visual inspection records of the ditches available, however there was a form available ready to be filled.
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 6.05hYes2020
06.05gAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?Yes1515The water test were taken according with the LGMA (Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement).
06.05hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?Yes1010
06.05iDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?Yes1010If the water test is adverse, then the water has to be re-tested.
06.05jIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00Not adverse results were found in the water test.
06.05kAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?Yes00
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.Yes00Information gathering question. Reducing contact with edible portion of the crop is believed to reduces microbial risk.Overhead irrigation is used to germinate and in the young life of the plant.
06.05mAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or furrow system?Yes00Information gathering question. Reducing contact with edible portion of the crop is believed to reduces microbial risk.
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.No00
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.No00
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?N/A00There is not a manner for a back flow.
06.09Is irrigation equipment not in use free from pest contamination and stored clean off the ground?N/A00Irrigation equipment is not stored on this ranch.

*Where laws, commodity specific guidelines and/or best practice recommendations exist and are derived from a reputable source, then these practices and parameters should be used. Audit users should allow a degree of risk association if laws, guidelines, best practices, etc., have not been documented.

Crop Protection
Question No.Audit QuestionGiven AnswerGiven ScorePossible ScoreRecommendationAuditor CommentsAudio/
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07.01Is there a documented policy and/or procedures for the mixing/loading of crop protection materials?No05Mixing and loading crop protection materials should be done as prescribed by prevailing national/ local standards and guidelines. All agricultural chemical additions, dilutions, etc. should be performed safely and within a distance where land and any water source may not be affected.There was not a procedure for the mixing and loading of the crop protection products stating that this activities have to be done away from the water sources and growing area, available for review at the moment of the inspection.
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?N/A00Crop protection products were not being applied at the moment of the inspection.
07.02Is there a documented policy and/or procedures for the rinsing and cleaning of crop protection equipment?Yes55
07.02aIs rinsing and cleaning of crop protection equipment performed safely and within a distance where land and water sources are not affected?N/A00Crop protection products were not being applied at the moment of the inspection.
07.03Is there documentation that shows the individual(s) making decisions for crop protection are qualified?Yes1010Three PCA's (Pest Control Advisor) are used to decide the type and quantity of crop protection products to be used.
07.04Is there documentation that shows employees who handle crop protection materials are trained or are under the supervision of a trained individual?Yes1515
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.Yes2020All the crop protection products applications are recorded using the system named "Tiger".
07.05aAre crop protection application records up to date and available for review?Yes1515
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.Yes2020
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/A00Refer to question 7.06.
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.Yes2020
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.Yes2020Pre-harvest intervals are indicated in the records.
07.09Are employee re-entry intervals established as required by the pesticide label, manufacturer recommendation, or by prevailing national/ local standards and guidelines?Yes1010Reentry intervals are indicated in the records.
07.10When crop protection applications occur, does posting take place on area of treatment according to prevailing national/ local standards and guidelines?Yes1010
07.11To avoid drift, are crop protection applications restricted when gusts are excessive?N/A00Crop protection products were not being applied at the moment of the inspection.
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/A00There was not a crop protection product storage in this ranch.
07.13Have documented policies and/or procedures been developed for the monitoring of crop protection application equipment (e.g. calibration procedures, inspections, replacement)?Yes1010
07.13aIs it evident that the equipment used for crop protection applications is in good working order?N/A00There was not crop protection products application equipment on the ranch at the moment of the inspection.

*Where laws, commodity specific guidelines and/or best practice recommendations exist and are derived from a reputable source, then these practices and parameters should be used. Audit users should allow a degree of risk association if laws, guidelines, best practices, etc., have not been documented.

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?Yes1010
08.02Does the growing operation have a documented and implemented policy regarding employees with open sores and wounds?Yes1010
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.Yes2020
08.04Does the growing operation have documented and implemented policies prohibiting eating, drinking (including gum chewing) using tobacco in the growing area?Yes1010
08.05Is there a food safety hygiene training program covering new and existing employees and are there records of these training events?Yes1515
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.Yes2020
08.06aAre the toilet facilities placed within ¼ mile or 5 minutes walking distance of all employees?No010Toilet facility placement should be within 1/4 mile or 5 minutes walking distance of where employees are located Or if more stringent, as per prevailing national/ local guidelines.The toilet facilities were not located less than 1/4 of mile or 5 minutes walking from all the blocks of this ranch; however all the employees have a vehicle available to ride them in case that they have the necesity to use the toilet and also portable toilets are took near of the ranches where there are employees working.
08.06bAre toilet facilities in a suitable location to prevent contamination to the growing area?Yes1515
08.06cIs a minimum of one toilet facility provided for each group of 20 employees?Yes55
08.06dDo toilet facilities have visuals or signs, written in the appropriate languages, reminding employees to wash their hands before returning to work?Yes22
08.06eAre the toilets maintained in a clean and sanitary condition and are there records showing toilet cleaning, servicing and stocking is occurring regularly?Yes1010
08.06fAre the catch basins of the toilets designed and maintained to prevent contamination in the field (e.g. free from leaks and cracks)?Yes55
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?No05If self contained toilets are used, the toilet basins should be emptied, pumped, and cleaned in a manner to avoid contamination to product, packaging, equipment, and growing areas. Equipment used in emptying/pumping must be in good working order. A documented policy should exist and if occurring at the time of the verification, the policy should be followed.There was not a documented procedure for the servicing of the toilet facilities stating the proper manner and the location for the service.
08.07Is there evidence of human fecal contamination in the growing area? If this question is answered Yes, automatic failure of this audit will result.No2020
08.08Are there operational hand washing facilities provided? If No, go to 8.09Yes1515
08.08aAre the hand washing facilities placed within ¼ mile or 5 minutes walking distance of all employees?Yes1010
08.08bAre hand wash stations clearly visible (e.g. situated outside the toilet facility) and easily accessible to workers?No00So employee's hand washing activities can be verified, hand wash stations should be clearly visible (i.e. situated outside the toilet facility) and easily accessible to workers.The hand washing stations were located inside of the toilet facilities.
08.08cAre hand wash stations properly stocked with soap, paper towels and trash can?Yes55
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)?Yes55
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)?Yes1010
08.09Is fresh potable drinking water provided for workers? If No, go to 8.10Yes1010
08.09aIf used, are water containers maintained in a clean condition?Yes55
08.10Are first-aid kits available and is the inventory maintained properly?Yes55
08.11Are there trash cans available on the farm placed in suitable locations?Yes55
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)?No55

*Where laws, commodity specific guidelines and/or best practice recommendations exist and are derived from a reputable source, then these practices and parameters should be used. Audit users should allow a degree of risk association if laws, guidelines, best practices, etc., have not been documented.

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)?No05http://www.usda.gov/documents/PreHarvestSecurity_final.pdfThe access to the field is not controlled.
09.02Are postings such as "No Trespassing" and/or " Restricted Entry" used appropriately?No05http://www.usda.gov/documents/PreHarvestSecurity_final.pdfThere are not signs posted prohibiting the entrance to the ranch.
09.03Are entrances to ranch-level roads restricted by gates, chains, guard stations, etc.?No05http://www.usda.gov/documents/PreHarvestSecurity_final.pdfThere were not gates or chains located at the ranch entrances to avoid the access to it.
09.04Are wells or other water sources secured and designed to prohibit tampering?No05http://www.usda.gov/documents/PreHarvestSecurity_final.pdfThe water used to irrigates comes from canals which are opened and their access is not restricted.
09.05Are grounds and facilities monitored by either in house or contracted personnel?Yes55
09.06Are staff members instructed to note and report suspicious activity?Yes55
09.07Are high risk areas (e.g. spray equipment, equipment shops, sheds) monitored?Yes55
09.08Is equipment examined for tampering prior to use?Yes55
09.09Are company supervisors required to undergo documented security training with attendance records?Yes55
09.10Is education material related to security made available?Yes55
09.11Are inventory records of agricultural chemicals maintained? If No, go to 9.12N/A00There is not a chemical storage on this ranch.
09.11aAre the inventory records periodically reconciled with inventory?N/A00There is not a chemical storage on this ranch.
09.12Are all personal materials kept away from the harvest and packaging of  the harvesting operation?Yes55

*Where laws, commodity specific guidelines and/or best practice recommendations exist and are derived from a reputable source, then these practices and parameters should be used. Audit users should allow a degree of risk association if laws, guidelines, best practices, etc., have not been documented.


Audit Scoring Summary
Self InspectionScore12
Possible Points12
Percent Score100%
TraceabilityScore15
Possible Points15
Percent Score100%
Ground HistoryScore34
Possible Points34
Percent Score100%
Adjacent Land UseScore50
Possible Points50
Percent Score100%
Fertilizer/Crop NutritionScore97
Possible Points97
Percent Score100%
Irrigation/Water UseScore85
Possible Points99
Percent Score86%
Crop ProtectionScore155
Possible Points160
Percent Score97%
Employee Hygiene (This applies to on-the-farm staff not the harvesting staff)Score217
Possible Points232
Percent Score94%
TotalScore665
Possible Points699
Percent Score95%

Food Security Scoring Summary
Food SecurityScore35
Possible Points55
Percent Score64%
TotalScore35
Possible Points55
Percent Score64%