Hydroponic Lettuce Operation Biosecurity Checklist

1. Facility Access

Item	Yes	No	Notes
Restricted entry to production area
Visitor sign-in required
Hand and footwear cleaning station at entrances

2. Staff Hygiene

Item	Yes	No	Notes
Handwashing before entering growing area
Clean uniform or PPE worn in facility
Eating/drinking prohibited in growing area

3. Water & Nutrient Management

Item	Yes	No	Notes
Water source tested for contaminants
Storage tanks and pipes sanitized regularly
Nutrient solution replaced on schedule

4. Equipment & Tools

Item	Yes	No	Notes
Tools cleaned before use in different zones
Equipment checked for soil or residue
Footwear dips or mats in place and maintained

5. Plant Material

Item	Yes	No	Notes
Seeds or seedlings sourced from reputable supplier
Incoming plant material inspected for pests/disease
Quarantine protocol for new introductions

6. Pest & Disease Control

Item	Yes	No	Notes
Regular pest and disease inspections
Records of pests/disease and treatment kept
Rapid removal and disposal of affected plants

7. Waste Disposal

Item	Yes	No	Notes
Plant waste disposed of away from production area
Regular waste removal schedule followed

8. Record Keeping

Item	Yes	No	Notes
Biosecurity procedures documented and updated
Staff trained on biosecurity protocols
Incidents and responses recorded