Preventing plastic pollution from pellet loss: supply chain approach

Annex A: Auditing assessment

At least annually, an external audit by an accredited auditor should include:

• Risk assessment;
• Relevant procedures, specifically including:
  • transfer of pellets from and to other businesses and intermediaries;
  • implementation of best practice to minimise the risk of spills;
  • action following spills;
  • treatment, handling and disposal of spilled material;
  • site inspection, monitoring and records;
  • control of contractors, including training and records;
  • procurement policy, approved suppliers register and purchasing records;
  • communication of compliance issues with suppliers and customers;
• Training records;
• Incident logs, including:
  • Root cause analysis;
  • Record of remedial action;
  • Record of action to prevent recurrence;
• Internal audit records, including:
  • Regular site inspections, including:
    • Site boundary (where appropriate);
    • High risk locations both within and outside site boundary (e.g. outfall pipes, loading bays);
    • Any material outside primary containment.
  • Regular review of incident logs, including near misses;
  • Review of above procedures;
• Evidence of continual improvement;
• Visual inspection.