Make sure your buyers see the positive results of your USDA GAP audit. and submit supporting documents as identified in the SC-652 form and the Instructions for the Use of the GAP & GHP Logo. For Gimp 2. Participants must submit a written request using SC-652 form, Logo Use Request for Audit Programs. GAP program participants that maintain compliance with program requirements may apply to use the GAP & GHP program logo. Complete an Agreement for Participation in Audit Services form SC-651 and submit it to your auditor or to the contact below, via email or fax.Complete the SC-430 Vendor Form and submit according to the form completion instructions.The office will contact you and confirm the receipt of your request, give you more information about the program procedures, and schedule your audit.Email or fax your completed Audit Request Form to the office that you selected.Next select the office closest to the facility that needs to be audited, from the list of Local Specialty Crops Inspection Division audit offices. For non-domestic audits, please contact the national office using the information below, under “Contact Information.Complete the Request for Audit Service Form SC-237A.For example, your customers may require a Harmonized GAP audit or, if you grow mushrooms, you might need a Mushroom GAP (MGAP) audit. Determine what type of audit you need.Frequently Asked Questions on Harmonized Product GAP and Produce Safety Rules Alignment (pdf).USDA Billing Policy Change – effective Ap(pdf).In 2021, USDA performed GAP audits in 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, covering over 90 commodities. Food and Drug Administration’s Guide to Minimize Microbial Food Safety Hazards for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables (pdf) and industry recognized food safety practices. GAP audits verify adherence to the recommendations made in the U.S. Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) audits are voluntary audits that verify that fruits and vegetables are produced, packed, handled, and stored to minimize risks of microbial food safety hazards. Web-Based Supply Chain Management (WBSCM).Purchase Programs: Solicitations & Awards.Pilot Project: Unprocessed Fruits & Vegetables.Institutional Meat Purchase Specifications.Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).