Tips for Achieving GAPC Certification: Week 6

During the Monitoring Visit growers will be asked critical standard questions related to agrochemical management.

1. Agrochemical Management

SDS (Safety Data Sheets) maintained for all CPAs used in tobacco production
Maintain copies and labels of CPAs applied, either on container in storage or in farm files. This does not include CPAs that are no longer in use.
CPAs are required to be stored in a designated, enclosed, dry (weather protected) and lockable CPA storage area with proper signage. Signage should signify “Danger”, “Pesticide Storage”, or “Keep Out” at a minimum, be able to withstand normal wear and tear and if exposed to outdoor conditions, be able to withstand weather. If no storage area a grower must show CPA purchase receipts, receipts from a custom applicator, or organic certification.
CPAs are required to be stored in original manufacturer's containers with labels attached or on file in CPA storage room. If there is no storage area a grower must show CPA purchase receipts, receipts from a custom applicator, or organic certification.
Dispose of empty CPA containers by triple-rinsing and punching or removing lid AND either recycling through programs or sites designated for CPA container recycling OR disposing of them in appropriate landfill. Prohibited disposal procedures include, but are not limited to, open dumping, burning, water dumping, and ocean dumping.
Properly segregate, store, recycle, or dispose of hazardous waste including but not limited to residual CPAs, fuel, oil, grease, paint, and batteries.