GAP Regulatory Framework & Compliance 3

Question 1

A GAP-certified grower must retain food safety records for a minimum of how many years under the FSMA Produce Safety Rule?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

The FSMA Produce Safety Rule requires covered farms to maintain records for at least 2 years.

Question 2

Which USDA program administers voluntary GAP and GHP audits for domestic produce operations?

Accepted Answer

Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)

Answer

USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) administers the voluntary GAP and GHP audit program.

Question 3

When a farm is inspected under the FSMA Produce Safety Rule and a serious violation is found, what is the inspector's most immediate required action?

Accepted Answer

Document the observation on FDA Form 483

Answer

Inspectors document observations of violations on FDA Form 483, which is issued to the facility at the close of the inspection.

Question 4

Under GlobalG.A.P. certification, a Major Must requirement that is not met results in:

Accepted Answer

Immediate certificate suspension or denial

Answer

Failure to comply with any Major Must (major must-do) requirement results in immediate suspension or denial of GlobalG.A.P. certification.

Question 5

The concept of 'responsible party' under FSMA refers to:

Accepted Answer

The owner, operator, or agent in charge of a covered farm or facility

Answer

The 'responsible party' is the owner, operator, or agent in charge who is accountable for compliance with FSMA requirements.

(GAP) Good Agricultural Practices Certified Practice Test