Of course! Let’s go over Storage and Production Factory Inspection and Audits in a structured way. This is a critical part of quality control, supply chain management, and regulatory compliance for many industries — including food, pharma, agro-commodities, fumigation services, etc.
Excellent — now you are combining both Factory Inspection and Fumigation Audits for Storage and Production facilities. This is quite important, especially in industries handling:
- Agro-commodities (grains, pulses, spices)
- Food processing
- Pharmaceuticals
- Export shipments
- Warehousing and logistics
Let’s go deeper into this combined audit:
Storage & Production Factory Inspection and Fumigation Audits
- 🔎Factory Inspection (Storage + Production)
A. General Infrastructure Inspection
| Area |
Checkpoints |
| Building Structure |
Cracks, leaks, ventilation, drainage |
| Flooring |
Cleanable surfaces, no water stagnation |
| Lighting |
6Sufficient lighting in work and storage areas |
| Pest Entry Points |
Doors, windows, wall gaps, dock areas sealed |
B. Storage Facility Inspection
| Item |
Checkpoints |
| Stacking & Racking |
Pallets off ground, proper spacing, accessibility |
| Cleanliness |
Regular cleaning schedule, dust & debris control |
| FIFO System |
First In First Out inventory movement |
| Environmental Controls |
Temperature, humidity, air circulation |
| Pest Control Records |
Regular pest control logs, monitoring devices |
| Chemical Storage |
Segregation, labeling, safety data sheets (SDS) |
C. Production Facility Inspection
| Item |
Checkpoints |
| Process Control |
SOP adherence, batch records |
| Equipment Condition |
Maintenance logs, calibration records |
| Worker Hygiene |
PPE, handwashing stations, training |
| Waste Management |
Proper disposal, segregation, non-contamination/td>
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| Quality Control |
Sampling, testing, documentation |
- Fumigation Audit
A. Pre-Fumigation Review
| Item |
Checkpoints |
| Commodity Type |
Type of goods, susceptibility |
| Fumigant Selection/td>
| Correct fumigant (Methyl Bromide, Phosphine, etc.) |
| Dosage Calculation |
Correct dosage as per commodity & chamber volume |
| Equipment Check |
Gas detectors, fans, sealing materials |
B. Fumigation Process Audit
| Item |
Checkpoints |
| Sealing |
Type of goods, susceptibility |
| Fumigant Selection |
Complete sealing of chambers, covers, containers |
| Safety Measures |
Warning signs, safety equipment, evacuation readiness |
| Exposure Time |
Maintained as per fumigation protocol |
| Record Keeping |
Fumigation logbooks, concentration readings |
C. Post-Fumigation Inspection
| Item |
Checkpoints |
| Aeration |
Proper ventilation to remove residues |
| Residue Testing |
Gas residue levels tested, safe release certified |
| Certificate Issuance |
Authorized fumigation certificate issued |
| Safety Clearance |
Post-fumigation inspection clearance documented |
D. Regulatory Compliance Audit
| Compliance Area |
Standards |
| Licensing |
Valid fumigation license |
| Trained Personnel |
Certified fumigators only |
| Equipment Calibration |
Gas monitors calibrated regularly |
| Safety Protocols |
MSDS, emergency response plans |
| International Standards |
ISPM 15 (wood packaging), PQ standards (for exports) |
- 🔎 Combined Audit Documentation
- Factory licenses & approvals
- Pest control & fumigation records
- Fumigant purchase and usage logs
- Worker training records (fumigation safety)
- Equipment maintenance logs
- Incident & non-conformance reports
- Corrective Action Reports (CARs)
✅ Benefits of Combined Inspection
- Full control over product safety & compliance
- Prevents pest infestations in storage & production
- Ensures safe fumigation practices for exports
- Reduces rejection at buyer/importer end
- Builds strong reputation with buyers and auditors
👉 If you want, I can also prepare for you:
- ✅ Complete Factory + Fumigation Audit Checklist (Printable)
- ✅ Internal Audit Report Format
- ✅ Corrective Action Template
Conclusion
Shall I prepare a professional audit checklist document for you?
It will be very helpful for your Acacio Fumigation Services Pvt Ltd or your client inspections.