GMP Internal Audit Checklist

Factory grounds are neat and tidy. Lawns are mowed, no excess waste/rubbish in any areas

All doors are closed when not in use. Seals and door strips are intact. Self closing mechanisms are functioning (where applicable)

Services (water, steam, air etc.) are clearly identified (labelled)

Coving is not damaged or cracked

Floors are not damaged, cracked or pitted

Floors are clean and free from excessive product residue, pooling water and clean when not in use

Drains are clean and sanitary. Free from blockage or obstruction

Walls are clean and free from dust, mould, condensation and/or product residue

Walls are free from gaps or holes

Windows are clean and free from dust, condensation and/or product residue

Windows are free from damage or scratches

Ceiling and upper pipe work is clean, free from mould and condensation

Ceiling is free from damage, holes or gaps

Air vents are clean, free from dust and mildew

Light fittings are covered (sealed)

Lights are clean, free from condensation, dust, mildew and insects

All light fittings are functional

Hoses are off the ground and coiled up properly (not hanging over other objects and/or machinery)

Hoses and house housings are clean, free from dust and product residue

Hose heads are free from damage (no cracked/excessively worn plastic or rubber)

Correct use/storage of brushes, buckets and squeegees according to the prescribed colour code

Direct product contact and secondary product contact brushes are stored separately to brushes for dirty areas and surfaces

Product containers are used for their intended purpose only (not used to store cleaning chemicals and small parts)

All waste containers (rubbish and product waste) are clearly identified and in good working order

Tools and equipment are stored correctly and neatly

Tools and equipment are not damaged, chipped or broken

Environment is free from rust

Sample bottles and tubes are stored in clean and sanitary conditions

Sanitiser baths are clean and fresh (free from dirt, insects and product residue)

Measuring jugs, sanitiser bottles, containers and baths are labelled and labels are in good condition

Detergents and sanitisers are clearly labelled and stored in designated chemical stations

Raw materials remain in bags (folded down) or in storage drums or bins

Raw materials are in good order (stored off the ground, dry and sealed)

Packaging materials are in good order (stored off the ground, dry and sealed)

Rejected materials are segregated and clearly identified

No pest activity (flies, ants, birds, spiders/cobwebs)

Machines are free from product and/or primary packaging during maintenance activities and during lunch/tea breaks

Machinery is free from excessive product residue and/or lubricant leaks

Equipment and machinery is free from rust, dust/grime, and flaking paint

Walkways above product areas are sealed with no gaps or openings through platforms

All Perspex is clean and free from damage (excessive scratches, chips or cracks)

All surfaces and benches are clean and free from unnecessary items

Hand basins and dispensers are clean

Hand towel, hand wash and sanitiser are filled

All waste bin lids are closed when not in use

Any knives used are QA approved food safety knives (solid, moulded handles, no screws or rivets)

No wood is present where product or primary packaging is exposed

Cleaning cloths are stored correctly (kept clean and dry)

No staff are wearing jewellery (except plain wedding bands), piercings, heavy make up, excessive perfume/cologne, false eyelashes or false nails

All staff hair is fully contained within hairnets and hairnets are worn over the ears

Beard masks are worn where applicable

Staff uniforms and boots are clean (free from excessive soiling)

No person is chewing or eating in production areas (except product tasting for QA purposes)

All staff handling product or primary packaging are wearing clean, undamaged gloves

All bandaids worn are company supplied, blue detectable baindaids

Storage rooms, cool rooms, freezers are clean and free from debris

Displayed documentation (signs, posters, instructions etc.) is laminated and undamaged

No temporary repairs are present (no packing tape on parts/machinery, no non-detectable zip ties etc.)

All pens are company supplied and detectable

Tool boxes and other storage containers are clean, neat, undamaged and free from unnecessary items

Lids are closed on tanks, hoppers and vats (unless actively in use)

Cleaning and maintenance checklists have been fully completed and signed off to date