GAP Farm Management & Safety 2

Question 1

Under GAP certification, how frequently must food safety training records for farm workers be updated?

Accepted Answer

Annually at minimum

Answer

GAP standards require food safety training to be documented and refreshed at least annually to ensure workers stay current on safe handling practices.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a farm food safety plan under GAP guidelines?

Accepted Answer

To identify, prevent, and control food safety hazards

Answer

A farm food safety plan systematically identifies biological, chemical, and physical hazards and establishes controls to prevent produce contamination.

Question 3

Which of the following is a corrective action a farm should take if a toilet facility is found to lack soap and water?

Accepted Answer

Immediately restock supplies and document the corrective action

Answer

Under GAP, deficiencies in sanitation must be corrected immediately and documented, demonstrating the farm's corrective action process.

Question 4

When must a farm supervisor conduct a pre-harvest assessment of a field under GAP protocols?

Accepted Answer

Before each harvest to identify potential contamination risks

Answer

Pre-harvest assessments are conducted before each harvest to identify and address risks such as animal intrusion, flooding, or adjacent land use hazards.

Question 5

Which document is essential for demonstrating compliance during a GAP audit related to pesticide applications?

Accepted Answer

Pesticide application log

Answer

Pesticide application logs record product name, EPA registration number, rate, date, applicator, and target pest, which are reviewed during GAP audits.

(GAP) Good Agricultural Practices Certified Practice Test

(GAP) Good Agricultural Practices Certified Practice Test

GAP Farm Management & Safety 2