Cannabis Waste Disposal and Destruction Compliance Checklist
This cannabis waste disposal and destruction compliance checklist ensures compliance with state cannabis waste management requirements — including rendering cannabis waste unusable and unrecognizable before disposal, METRC waste entry procedures, and witness requirements for destruction events. Improper cannabis waste disposal is a serious license violation that can result in license suspension.
- Industry: Cannabis
- Frequency: Per Waste Disposal Event / Weekly Review
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Compliance Manager / Operations Manager
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: State Cannabis Waste Rendering Unusable Requirements, METRC Waste Recording Requirements, State Cannabis Waste Witness Requirements, EPA 40 CFR Part 258 Solid Waste Standards, State Cannabis Waste Disposal Manifest Requirements
Waste Generation Recording
Identifying and logging waste.
- All cannabis waste sources identified and categorized?
- Cannabis waste weighed on certified scale before METRC entry?
- Waste batch or adjustment entered in METRC with weight and waste reason?
- Cannabis waste segregated from non-cannabis waste and from hazardous chemical waste?
- Cannabis waste accumulation area secured — no unauthorized access?
Render Unusable Process
Making waste unrecognizable.
- State-approved rendering unusable method used?
- State-required mix ratio of cannabis to non-cannabis material met?
- Cannabis material is unrecognizable as cannabis after rendering?
- Rendering process documented with materials used, ratios, and resulting weight?
- Photos taken of waste before and after rendering if required?
Witness Requirements
Destruction oversight.
- Required witness present for waste disposal event per state requirements?
- Witness identity recorded in disposal log?
- State cannabis authority notified of disposal event if advance notice required?
- Witness signature obtained on disposal log?
- If state allows internal witness — two licensed employees witness and co-sign?
Disposal Method
Final disposal.
- Final disposal method state-approved (municipal solid waste, composting, anaerobic digestion)?
- If using waste hauler, hauler licensed for cannabis waste in state?
- No cannabis waste disposed of via drain, sewer, or waterway?
- No open burning of cannabis waste (prohibited in most jurisdictions)?
- If composting — state cannabis composting approval obtained?
Hazardous Waste Separation
Chemical waste classification.
- Solvent-contaminated cannabis waste classified as hazardous if applicable?
- No solvent-contaminated materials disposed of in regular trash?
- Lab waste (testing lab samples, reagents) properly classified and disposed?
- Pesticide containers disposed of per EPA RCRA requirements (triple-rinsed or landfill)?
- EPA hazardous waste generator status verified — reporting current?
Waste Disposal Records
Documentation.
- Cannabis waste disposal log current with all disposal events?
- METRC waste entries reconciled against physical waste log?
- Hauler manifests for removed waste retained per state requirements?
- RCRA hazardous waste disposal manifests retained for 3 years?
- Waste Disposal Notes
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Why Use This Cannabis Waste Disposal and Destruction Compliance Checklist?
This cannabis waste disposal and destruction compliance checklist helps cannabis teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for compliance manager / operations manager professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: per waste disposal event / weekly review.
Ensures compliance with State Cannabis Waste Rendering Unusable Requirements, METRC Waste Recording Requirements, State Cannabis Waste Witness Requirements, EPA 40 CFR Part 258 Solid Waste Standards, State Cannabis Waste Disposal Manifest Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Cannabis Waste Disposal and Destruction Compliance Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Waste Generation Recording, Render Unusable Process, Witness Requirements, Disposal Method, Hazardous Waste Separation, Waste Disposal Records. It is designed for cannabis operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per waste disposal event / weekly review. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Cannabis Waste Disposal and Destruction Compliance Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Compliance Manager / Operations Manager professionals in the cannabis industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.