Perform Globalgap Checklist Version 6 Flowers and Ornamentals Assessment using eAuditor
Performing a Globalgap Checklist Version 6 Flowers and Ornamentals Assessment using eAuditor ensures a structured, clause-by-clause evaluation of flower and ornamental plant production systems against the latest GlobalG.A.P. V6 requirements. This assessment verifies that cultivation, handling, worker welfare, environmental management, and traceability practices meet international standards for safety, sustainability, and quality. Using eAuditor enables standardized digital inspections, reliable evidence capture, and controlled corrective action tracking to support certification readiness and continuous improvement.
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Definition and Purpose of Globalgap Checklist Version 6 Flowers and Ornamentals Assessment
A Globalgap Checklist Version 6 Flowers and Ornamentals Assessment is a formal conformity evaluation of ornamental crop production operations (cut flowers, potted plants, nursery stock, and decorative foliage) against GlobalG.A.P. V6 control points and compliance criteria.
Conducting this assessment using eAuditor helps organizations to:
- Demonstrate compliance with GlobalG.A.P. V6 requirements
- Improve product quality and buyer confidence
- Strengthen worker health, safety, and welfare practices
- Enhance environmental protection and sustainability controls
- Maintain auditable digital records for certification bodies
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Scope of the Assessment using eAuditor
The assessment typically covers:
- Farm registration and site management
- Crop production and greenhouse/nursery operations
- Soil, substrate, and water management
- Fertilizer and plant protection product use
- Worker health, safety, and welfare
- Environmental protection and waste management
- Harvesting and post-harvest handling
- Traceability and product identification
- Documentation and record keeping
Using eAuditor ensures the assessment process is consistent, repeatable, and fully traceable.
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Pre-Assessment Setup in eAuditor
3.1 Digital Checklist Configuration
Create a Globalgap Checklist Version 6 Flowers and Ornamentals Assessment, including:
- Farm or company name and registration number
- Production type (open field, greenhouse, nursery, etc.)
- Crop types
- Location and site details
- Assessment date and assessor name
- Applicable GlobalG.A.P. V6 clauses
Checklist functionality should include:
- Yes / No / Not Applicable responses
- Mandatory comments for non-conformities
- Photo and document upload
- Risk or severity classification
- Corrective action assignment with deadlines
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Farm Registration and Site Management
Verify:
- Valid GlobalG.A.P. registration
- Clearly defined production sites and boundaries
- Legal compliance with local authorities
- Site maps and production unit identification
- Separation from contamination sources
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Crop Production and Greenhouse / Nursery Operations
Assess:
- Cultivation practices and crop monitoring
- Greenhouse structure safety and ventilation
- Cleanliness of production areas
- Pest prevention measures
- Proper handling of planting materials
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Soil, Substrate, and Water Management
The assessment should confirm:
- Soil and substrate suitability and testing records
- Approved water sources
- Water quality monitoring
- Irrigation system maintenance
- Prevention of water contamination
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Fertilizer and Plant Protection Product Control
Review:
- Approved fertilizer and pesticide lists
- Storage conditions and labeling
- Application records and dosage control
- Operator training and PPE usage
- Disposal of empty containers
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Worker Health, Safety, and Welfare
Verify:
- Health and safety risk assessments
- Availability of PPE
- Training records
- Access to clean drinking water, toilets, and rest areas
- Employment conditions compliant with labor laws
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Environmental Protection and Waste Management
Assess:
- Waste segregation and disposal procedures
- Recycling practices
- Fuel and chemical spill prevention
- Protection of biodiversity and natural habitats
- Energy and water efficiency measures
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Harvesting and Post-Harvest Handling
Confirm:
- Hygienic harvesting procedures
- Clean tools and containers
- Protection of products from damage and contamination
- Temporary storage conditions
- Product grading and packing practices
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Traceability and Product Identification
Check that:
- Batches or lots are uniquely identified
- Records link products to farm and production date
- Dispatch records maintained
- Customer complaint system in place
- Recall procedure documented and tested
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Documentation and Record Keeping
Review:
- Completeness and accuracy of records
- Retention periods defined
- Accessibility for auditors
- Data protection controls
- Version control of procedures
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Non-Conformity Classification and Corrective Actions
13.1 Classification
Findings should be categorized as:
- Major non-conformity – serious system or legal failure
- Minor non-conformity – partial compliance
- Observation – improvement opportunity
13.2 Corrective Action Management in eAuditor
- Record findings with photos and notes
- Assign corrective actions to responsible personnel
- Set deadlines and priorities
- Track completion and verification digitally
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Reporting and Continuous Improvement
14.1 Digital Reporting
Generate reports including:
- Clause-by-clause compliance status
- Summary of non-conformities
- Corrective action register
- Certification readiness overview
14.2 Continuous Improvement
- Analyze trends across seasons and sites
- Improve cultivation and handling procedures
- Update training programs
- Strengthen environmental and worker welfare controls
Final Summary
Conducting a Globalgap Checklist Version 6 Flowers and Ornamentals Assessment using eAuditor provides a reliable and standardized method to evaluate production practices, worker safety, environmental management, and traceability systems in ornamental crop operations. Digital checklists, structured evidence capture, and automated corrective action tracking support certification readiness, reduce compliance risks, and strengthen overall operational governance.