Corrective Action Log
The corrective action log is a tool for tracking the implementation of improvement measures following the completion of the ESG self-assessment. It is a required follow-up step to ensure that all items identified as “Needs Improvement” or “Not Yet Achieved” are addressed through specific actions, with a clear roadmap, assigned responsibilities, and measurable results.
Maintaining a corrective action log strengthens risk control, ensures that the improvement process is continuous, and reinforces governance systems in a transparent and accountable manner. While it does not require immediate completion of all actions, it does require regular monitoring and timely adjustment. It serves as tangible evidence of a genuine commitment to continuous improvement in the sustainable governance of the shrimp sector.
The cycle of “record- improve-monitor-complete” provides the foundation for effective implementation of ESG principles across the entire value chain, from farming households to procurement facilities and processing enterprises.
Keeping a corrective action log helps to
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Monitor the progress of the improvement plan
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Clearly define responsibilities and completion timelines
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Provide a reference for inspections, assessments, or verification processes
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Demonstrate proactiveness, transparency, and accountability in management
The log does not require a complex format. It can be maintained in a notebook or a simple template, provided that the following essential information is recorded:
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Issue to be corrected (based on ESG self-assessment results)
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Corrective measures to be implemented
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Start date and expected completion date
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Responsible person
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Results after implementation
Maintaining a corrective action log is a practical step in turning commitments into concrete actions, thereby improving governance effectiveness and strengthening trust throughout the shrimp supply chain.
For Small-Scale Shrimp Farming Households
The corrective action log can be recorded directly in the farm’s production logbook. The content should focus on practical issues, for example:
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Adding a sedimentation pond or improving water treatment measures
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Collecting and disposing of packaging and waste in designated locations
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Strengthening production record-keeping
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Improving occupational safety conditions
Documenting corrective actions enables farmers to track progress from one production cycle to the next and to gradually enhance ESG compliance in a manner consistent with their actual conditions.
For SMEs
For SMEs, the corrective action log should be integrated into the internal management system, including:
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Tracking non-conformities in environmental and labour management
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Recording corrective measures and completion deadlines
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Evaluating effectiveness after implementation
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Maintaining documentation for traceability and ESG reporting