Smart audit checklist

Food defense threat assessment completed and current, implemented at entry

Perimeter fencing present and in good condition

Main gate functional and lockable

Security guard post present (if applicable)

Visitor registration system in place

Vehicle log maintained at entry

Signage posted (no unauthorized entry, company identification)

Emergency contact information displayed

Emergency assembly point signage visible

CCTV or surveillance system (if applicable)

Access control for after-hours entry

Staff aware of visitor protocol

Designated vehicle inspection area present

Vehicle inspection checklist in use

Vehicle cleaning area designated (if applicable)

Water supply available for cleaning

Drainage system in place preventing contamination

Incoming vehicle log maintained

Driver awareness of site rules

Vehicle cleanliness standards defined

Designated agrochemical receiving area - covered from rain

List of authorized PPPs available at receiving area

Specifications for receivable PPPs available

Adequate lighting for label inspection

Separate from food handling areas

Receiving inspection procedure displayed

Weighing/counting equipment available

Inspection of deliveries against specifications

Products clearly marked with batch numbers

PPPs received only in original containers/packaging

Quarantine/holding area for pending inspection

Damaged product isolation area

Visual signage on offloading/handling concentrated acids

PPE provided for handling concentrated acids

No food/drink/personal items in area

Emergency eyewash station nearby

Fire extinguisher accessible (check inspection date)

Spill kit present and complete

Accident emergency procedure displayed

MSDS accessible

First aid kit accessible within 10m (check stock/expiry)

Clear FIFO arrangement visible in store

Expired/obsolete products segregated and clearly marked

MSDS accessible to workers in chemical store

PPE available at entry (check filter cartridge dates)

Warning signage posted (hazard symbols, entry restrictions)

Fire extinguisher present, serviced, and accessible

Current PCPB license displayed

Door lock functional and secure - keys held by authorized personnel

Adequate ventilation present (vents, fans, or natural airflow)

Calibrated weighing scales present (check calibration sticker)

Clean measuring containers with visible graduations

Clean equipment and water supply point available

Separate storage area for registered vs non-registered products

Products in original containers with legible labels

Sufficient storage capacity for peak season

Store structure sound, weatherproof, free from cracks

Floor is impermeable

Shelving is non-absorbent (metal, rigid plastic)

Storage does not pose risk to workers health/safety

Liquids stored below powders/granules OR separate compartments

Temperature within acceptable range - no direct sunlight

Appropriate lighting for label reading (minimum 300 lux)

Shelves made of non-absorbent material

Bunding/containment present (≥110% of largest container)

Spill kit present and complete (absorbent, PPE, disposal bags)

Accident emergency procedures with emergency contacts displayed

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) accessible at entry or nearby

Emergency eyewash station accessible within 10 seconds

Clean water source nearby for decontamination

First aid kit present with relevant materials

Designated chemical mixing area clearly marked

Area covered/protected from weather

Located away from sensitive areas (water sources, food storage)

Adequate ventilation in mixing area

Adequate lighting for safe handling

Calibrated measuring equipment present

Calibration records current

Clean water supply for mixing readily accessible

Spill kit accessible

Impermeable floor surface with drainage to contained area

Triple-rinse station present with clean water supply

Rinsate collection system to prevent environmental contamination

Containers properly triple-rinsed before transport to storage

Bunding/containment present (no direct drainage to environment)

Full PPE available (coveralls, gloves, goggles, respirator)

Emergency shower and eyewash accessible

First aid kit present

Warning signage posted

Warning signage posted (chemical residues, entry restrictions)

PPE available (gloves, eye protection, apron)

Designated storage area clearly marked

Empty containers segregated from active PPPs

Storage area contained with impermeable floor

Area separate from food handling and storage zones

Information on licensed waste handler available

Containers triple-rinsed before storage

Containers punctured to prevent reuse

Disposal records maintained

Designated storage area for spray equipment

Equipment properly stored when not in use

Equipment cleaned before storage

Maintenance records available for equipment

Storage area secure and locked

Protected from weather

Separate from food handling areas

Sprayers in good working condition

Nozzles clean and functional

Calibration stickers current on equipment

Central spray unit operational and maintained

Tanks clean and in good condition

Pressure gauges functional and readable

Calibration records current

Emergency stop accessible

Spill containment in spray preparation area

PPE station nearby with complete set

Warning signage posted

Designated fertilizer receiving/inspection area - covered

List of authorized fertilizers available

Specifications for receivable fertilizers available

Adequate lighting for label inspection

Separate from food handling areas and PPP receiving

Receiving inspection procedure displayed

Weighing/counting equipment available

Products clearly marked with batch numbers

Fertilizers received in original containers/packaging

Quarantine/holding area for pending inspection

Damaged product isolation area

Visual signage on handling concentrated acids

PPE for handling concentrated acids (full face shield, impermeable overalls)

Emergency eyewash station nearby

Fire extinguisher suitable for chemical fires

Spill kit present and complete

Accident emergency procedure for concentrated acids

MSDS for hazardous fertilizers accessible

First aid kit accessible within 10m

FIFO/FEFO organization evident

Inventory records maintained

Warning sign on PPE requirements posted

Workers visibly wearing PPE

Designated solid fertilizer storage area

Separate from PPP storage area

Bags stored on pallets - not directly on floor

Acids stored separately from granular/solid fertilizers

Separate from harvested/packed product areas

Stacking height appropriate (stable, no crush damage)

Products clearly labeled and identifiable

Different fertilizer types organized/segregated

Store structure sound, weatherproof, protected

Adequate distance from water sources (min 25m) OR bunded

Products protected from sunlight, frost, rain

No signs of water damage or moisture ingress

Bags intact - no splits, tears, or spillage

Ventilation adequate to prevent condensation

Area free from waste and pest harborage

FIFO/FEFO organization evident

Inventory records maintained

Expired products identified and segregated

PPE for decanting acids provided (face shield, impermeable overalls)

Emergency facilities in acid decanting area

Weighing scales/measuring jars have calibration stickers

Designated liquid fertilizer storage area

Tank level indicators visible and functional

Tanks/containers in good condition - no leaks

Bunding present - capacity ≥110% of largest tank (165% for sensitive areas)

Bund drain valve closed

Tanks clearly labeled with contents

Area secured against unauthorized access

Area separate from PPP storage

Area separate from harvested/packed products

Separate fully bunded decanting area

Distance from water sources adequate (>25m) OR fully bunded

Spill kit available

No signs of spillage or leakage in bund

Ventilation adequate

Secondary containment for smaller containers

Warning signage posted

Fertigation equipment operational and maintained

Mixing tanks clean and in good condition

Control systems functional (manual or automated)

Equipment maintenance schedule posted

Spill containment in mixing area

Emergency shut-off accessible

Warning signage posted

PPE provided to employees working at station

Anti-siphon valves functional

Injection pumps calibrated and functional

Dosing equipment accurate

EC and pH monitoring equipment present and calibrated

Chemical injection point clearly marked

Backflow prevention devices installed

No cross-contamination risk with potable water