Basic Good Manufacturing Practices Checklist

This checklist provides a general starting point for assessing your facility's compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices. It does not replace an on-site assessment, but it can help identify evident gaps before a more detailed review.

Infrastructure and environment

• Food-contact surfaces are made of washable materials and are in good condition.
• Clean and dirty process areas are adequately separated.
• Ventilation prevents condensation above processing lines.
• A current pest control program is in place and supported by records.

Personnel hygiene

• Staff are trained in hygienic food handling.
• Handwashing stations are accessible in processing areas.
• Appropriate work clothing is used and controlled (hairnets, aprons, footwear, among others).

Process and documentation

• Written procedures are available for critical process operations.
• Temperature monitoring records are maintained where applicable.
• Traceability is maintained from raw materials through finished product.
• Expiration dates and stock rotation are controlled for raw materials and other inputs.

Waste management and sanitation

• Documented cleaning and disinfection procedures are in place (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures, or SSOPs).
• Waste is removed and stored without contaminating processing areas.