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PrimusLabs Audit (126017)
Ranch V07.04 Rev. 1
Customer(s)NewStar Fresh Foods, LLC
    Contact:Thea Eubanks
    Address: P.O. Box 5999
    Salinas California 93901
    United States
    Phone Number: 831-784-6646 Fax Number: 831-758-7876
    Email(s):jbautista@newstarfresh.com
Classic Salads/Classic Baby Vegetable
    Contact:Wolfgang Speer
    Address: 100 Harrington Road
    Salinas California 95706
    United States
    Phone Number: 831-763-1500 Ext: 107
    Email(s):wspeer@classicsalads.com
Grower(s)Rava Ranches
    Contact:Alfredo Huguez
    Address: 700 Airport Dr.
    King City California 93930
    United States
    Phone Number: 831-902-6228
    Email(s):alfredo@ravaranch.com
Ranch(s)Upper Sorensen
    King City 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):Alfredo Huguez
Location/City:King City
State:California
Country:United States
Date Audit Started:06/21/2010 09:35
Date Audit Finished:06/21/2010 17:35
Commodity(ies):Spinach
Auditor:Jaime Logan (PrimusLabs Auditors)
Audit Percentage Score:100%
Announced Audit?Yes
Audit Scope:Ranch Audit
Audit Entered By:Jaime Logan
Other Auditing Personnel And Role:N/A.


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, Fresh Farms GAP Manual 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 on file.

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, the growing areas are adequately identified.

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, The growing area was used for growing food crops for human consumption last season.
03.02Has the growing area(s) been used for any non-agricultural functions? If No, go to 3.03No77No, Only for crops production.
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/A00N/A.
03.03Has the growing area(s) been used for animal husbandry or grazing land for animals? If No, go to 3.04No77No, Only for crop production.
03.03aIf the land was used previously for animal husbandry or grazing land for livestock, has a risk evaluation been performed?N/A00N/A.
03.04Is there any evidence of animal activity in the crop that is a potential food safety risk?No2020No, There is no evidence of animal activity.
03.05Has flooding from uncontrolled causes occurred on the growing area(s) since the previous growing season? If No, go to 3.06No00No flooding has ocurred.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
03.06Is the growing operation under organic principles? If No , go to 3.07Yes00Yes.
03.06aIs current certification by an accredited organic certification organization on file and available for review?No00Current certification by an accredited organic certification organization (national/local) should be on file and available for review.No, certification is not current. (expires june/09/2010).
03.07If the growing area(s) is a new purchase or lease, has a documented risk assessment been undertaken?N/A00N/A. This 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, there is not intensive livestock production close to this field.
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/A00N/A.
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 4.03No1010No, domestic or wild animals not observed during inspection.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
04.02cAre measures in place to reduce or limit the animal intrusion (i.e., monitoring field perimeter for signs of intrusion)?N/A00N/A.
04.03Are untreated animal manure piles, compost, biosolids, or nonsynthetic amendment stored and/or applied on adjacent land? If No, go to 4.04No1010No, none of this amendments are stored close to this field.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
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 4.05No1010No.
04.04aHave appropriate measures been taken to mitigate risks related to nearby operations?N/A00N/A.
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.Yes1010Yes, included on visitor 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, untreated human sewage sludge is not used.
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.Yes.
05.02aAre compost applications incorporated into the soil prior to planting or bud burst for tree crops and not applied during the growing season?Yes1010Yes, compost application are done prior to planting.
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?Yes1515Yes, compost application records available.
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?Yes2020Yes, certificate of analysis from Keith Day Corporation are available.
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/A00N/A.
05.03bAre the grower's biosolids use records available for each growing area, especially application records?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
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, nonsynthetic 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.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
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.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
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 records are available.
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?Yes77Yes, letters of guarantee from fertilizer suppliers on file.
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.

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.
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/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.01cAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00N/A.
06.01dDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols which include how samples should be identified?N/A00N/A.
06.01eDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00N/A.
06.01fIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00N/A.
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, municipal water is not used.
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/A00N/A.
06.02bAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00N/A.
06.02cDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00N/A.
06.02dDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00N/A.
06.02eIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00N/A.
06.02fAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.02hAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?N/A00N/A.
06.02iAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00N/A.
06.03Is the water used in the growing operation sourced from wells? If No, go to 6.04Yes00Yes, water is sourced from wells.
06.03aAre all well heads an adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00N/A. no untreated manure observed close or around the well heads.
06.03bIs the well designed to prevent contamination?Yes1010Yes, the well is enclosed.
06.03cIs it evident that the well(s) is free from contamination issues and are measures taken to minimize contamination of wells?Yes1010Yes.
06.03dAre records kept for periodic inspections and treatment of wells (if performed) available for review?Yes77Yes, inspection done on a monthly bassis and records kept.
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, microbiological water tests are done on a monthly bassis.
06.03fAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?Yes1515Yes, microbiological water test results are current.
06.03gDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?Yes1010Yes, SOP # AHA031.
06.03hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?Yes1010Yes.
06.03iIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00N/A. no abnormal results detected.
06.03jAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?No00Information gathering question. Reducing contact with edible portion of the crop is believed to reduces microbial risk.No.
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, overhead irrigation is used.
06.03lAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?No00No.
06.03mAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?No00Information gathering question. Reducing contact with edible portion of the crop is believed to reduces microbial risk.No.
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, reservoir is used.
06.04aIs surface water in adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00N/A. no untreated manure close to the reservoir.
06.04bDo animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the water source?No77No.
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.
06.04dAre records kept for the periodic visual inspections and disinfection treatments (if used) available for review?Yes77Yes, records of visual inspections on file.
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, done on a monthly bassis.
06.04fAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?Yes1515Yes, water test are current.
06.04gDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?Yes1010Yes, water sampling SOP's on file.
06.04hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?Yes1010Yes.
06.04iIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00N/A. no abnormal results detected.
06.04jAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?No00Information gathering question. Reducing contact with edible portion of the crop is believed to reduces microbial risk.No.
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.
06.04lAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?No00No.
06.04mAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?No00Information gathering question. Reducing contact with edible portion of the crop is believed to reduces microbial risk.No.
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 not sourced from canals.
06.05aIs surface water in adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00N/A.
06.05bIs the water source under the direction of a water authority or district?N/A00N/A.
06.05cDo animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the water source?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.05eAre records kept for periodic visual inspection and disinfection (if occurring) of the water source and available for review?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.05gAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00N/A.
06.05hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00N/A.
06.05iDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00N/A.
06.05jIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00N/A.
06.05kAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.05mAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or furrow system?N/A00N/A.
06.05nAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00N/A.
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, reclaimed water is not used.
06.06aIs the reclamation process under the direction of a water reclamation management or authority?N/A00N/A.
06.06bAre microbial control measures for reclaimed water utilized?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.06dAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00N/A.
06.06eDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00N/A.
06.06fDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00N/A.
06.06gIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00N/A.
06.06hAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.06jAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or a furrow system?N/A00N/A.
06.06kAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00N/A.
06.07Are tail water (run off water) systems used in the growing operation? If No, go to 6.08.No00No.
06.07aIs tail water in adequate distance from untreated manure?N/A00N/A.
06.07bDo animals (domestic, livestock, or wild) have access to the tail water systems?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.07dAre records kept for periodic visual inspection and disinfection (if occurring) of the water source and available for review?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.07fAre the microbiological tests current and conducted at the required and/or expected frequencies?N/A00N/A.
06.07gDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering proper sampling protocols?N/A00N/A.
06.07hDo written procedures (SOPs) exist covering corrective measures for unsuitable or abnormal water testing results?N/A00N/A.
06.07iIf unsuitable or abnormal results have been detected, have documented corrective measures been performed?N/A00N/A.
06.07jAre the crops irrigated by a micro irrigation or drip system?N/A00N/A.
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/A00N/A.
06.07lAre the crops irrigated by flood irrigation or furrow system?N/A00N/A.
06.07mAre the crops sub irrigated (also known as seepage irrigation)?N/A00N/A.
06.08Are check valves, anti-siphon devices, or other back flow prevention systems in use when and where necessary?Yes1010Yes.
06.09Is irrigation equipment not in use free from pest contamination and stored clean off the ground?Yes1010Yes.

Crop Protection
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07.01Is there a documented policy and/or procedures for the mixing/loading of crop protection materials?Yes55Yes, mixing/loading SOP's on file.
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/A00N/A. not observed during inspection.
07.02Is there a documented policy and/or procedures for the rinsing and cleaning of crop protection equipment?Yes55Yes, SOP on file.
07.02aIs rinsing and cleaning of crop protection equipment performed safely and within a distance where land and water sources are not affected?N/A00N/A. not observed during inspection.
07.03Is there documentation that shows the individual(s) making decisions for crop protection are qualified?Yes1010Yes, Crop Protection Services PCA lisence on file.
07.04Is there documentation that shows employees who handle crop protection materials are trained or are under the supervision of a trained individual?Yes1515Yes, documentation on file.
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, pesticide application records on file and available for review.
07.05aAre crop protection application records up to date and available for review?Yes1515Yes, application records are up to date.
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.Yes2020Yes.
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.
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.
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, pre-harvest intervals are observed and recorded.
07.09Are employee re-entry intervals established as required by the pesticide label, manufacturer recommendation, or by prevailing national/ local standards and guidelines?Yes1010Yes, re-entry intervals are observed and recorded.
07.10When crop protection applications occur, does posting take place on area of treatment according to prevailing national/ local standards and guidelines?N/A00N/A. not observed during inspection.
07.11To avoid drift, are crop protection applications restricted when gusts are excessive?N/A00N/A. not observed during 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/A00N/A. no containers stored.
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 equipment SOP's on file.
07.13aIs it evident that the equipment used for crop protection applications is in good working order?N/A00N/A. equipment not observed during inspection.

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, SOP # AHA020.
08.02Does the growing operation have a documented and implemented policy regarding employees with open sores and wounds?Yes1010Yes, SOP # AHA003.
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, SOP AHA003.
08.04Does the growing operation have documented and implemented policies prohibiting eating, drinking (including gum chewing) using tobacco in the growing area?Yes1010Yes, SOP # AHA020.
08.05Is there a food safety hygiene training program covering new and existing employees and are there records of these training events?Yes1515Yes.
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.
08.06aAre the toilet facilities placed within ¼ mile or 5 minutes walking distance of all employees?Yes1010Yes.
08.06bAre toilet facilities in a suitable location to prevent contamination to the growing area?Yes1515Yes, toilet facilities are well located.
08.06cIs a minimum of one toilet facility provided for each group of 20 employees?Yes55Yes.
08.06dDo toilet facilities have visuals or signs, written in the appropriate languages, reminding employees to wash their hands before returning to work?Yes22Yes, toilet has visual signs.
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, toilets are clean and servicing records are available.
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.
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, A & G Pumping, Inc. provide the toilet cleaning service and SOP's are available.
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.
08.08Are there operational hand washing facilities provided? If No, go to 8.09Yes1515Yes.
08.08aAre the hand washing facilities placed within ¼ mile or 5 minutes walking distance of all employees?Yes1010Yes.
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 outside the toilets.
08.08cAre hand wash stations properly stocked with soap, paper towels and trash can?Yes55Yes.
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.
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, SOP # AHA020.
08.09Is fresh potable drinking water provided for workers? If No, go to 8.10Yes1010Yes, potable drinking water is available.
08.09aIf used, are water containers maintained in a clean condition?Yes55Yes, water containers are clean.
08.10Are first-aid kits available and is the inventory maintained properly?Yes55Yes.
08.11Are there trash cans available on the farm placed in suitable locations?Yes55Yes, trash cans are 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, no issues observed during inspection.

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.
09.02Are postings such as "No Trespassing" and/or " Restricted Entry" used appropriately?Yes55Yes.
09.03Are entrances to ranch-level roads restricted by gates, chains, guard stations, etc.?Yes55Yes.
09.04Are wells or other water sources secured and designed to prohibit tampering?Yes55Yes.
09.05Are grounds and facilities monitored by either in house or contracted personnel?Yes55Yes.
09.06Are staff members instructed to note and report suspicious activity?Yes55Yes.
09.07Are high risk areas (e.g. spray equipment, equipment shops, sheds) monitored?Yes55Yes.
09.08Is equipment examined for tampering prior to use?Yes55Yes.
09.09Are company supervisors required to undergo documented security training with attendance records?No05http://www.usda.gov/documents/PreHarvestSecurity_final.pdfNo records available.
09.10Is education material related to security made available?Yes55Yes.
09.11Are inventory records of agricultural chemicals maintained? If No, go to 9.12Yes55Yes.
09.11aAre the inventory records periodically reconciled with inventory?Yes55Yes.
09.12Are all personal materials kept away from the harvest and packaging of  the harvesting operation?Yes55Yes.


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 NutritionScore100
Possible Points100
Percent Score100%
Irrigation/Water UseScore181
Possible Points181
Percent Score100%
Crop ProtectionScore150
Possible Points150
Percent Score100%
Employee Hygiene (This applies to on-the-farm staff not the harvesting staff)Score232
Possible Points232
Percent Score100%
TotalScore774
Possible Points774
Percent Score100%