Cannabis Edibles Production Food Safety Checklist
This cannabis edibles production food safety checklist ensures compliance with state cannabis-infused product manufacturing license requirements, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Preventive Controls for Human Food (21 CFR Part 117) principles, state health department food manufacturing requirements, and cannabis potency homogeneity testing standards. Edibles are subject to both cannabis and food safety regulatory standards simultaneously.
- Industry: Cannabis
- Frequency: Per Production Run
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Edibles Production Manager / Food Safety Officer
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: State Cannabis Infused Product Manufacturer License, FDA 21 CFR Part 117 FSMA Preventive Controls for Human Food, State Health Department Food Manufacturing License, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.141 Sanitation, State Cannabis Edibles Potency Homogeneity Testing Requirements
Facility Hygiene
Pre-production sanitation.
- All food contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized before production?
- All equipment clean, sanitized, and in good repair?
- No evidence of pest activity in production area?
- Handwashing stations stocked and staff washing hands properly?
- No sick employees handling food or cannabis products today?
Ingredient and Infusion Control
Input materials.
- COA for cannabis concentrate/distillate on file with potency verified?
- Infusion ratio calculated and verified by a second person?
- All food ingredients from approved suppliers with certificates of conformance?
- Allergen cross-contact prevention procedures followed (dedicated equipment, sequencing)?
- Ingredient lot numbers logged for traceability to finished batch?
Temperature Control
Food safety temperature monitoring.
- Cooking temperatures recorded for each batch where heat is required?
- Cooked products cooled to below 40F (4C) within 4 hours?
- Temperature-sensitive finished products stored at correct temperature?
- No freeze-thaw cycles that could affect potency homogeneity?
- Production thermometers calibrated within last 30 days?
Potency Homogeneity
Even THC distribution in product.
- Standardized mixing protocol followed to ensure even cannabinoid distribution?
- Homogeneity tested per state requirement (typically max 10% coefficient of variation)?
- In-process weight checks confirming consistent serving size during production?
- Decarboxylation process validated and temperature/time recorded?
- Calculated THC per serving within state maximum (typically 5-10mg per serving)?
Packaging and Labeling
Edibles packaging.
- Child-resistant packaging used for all edible products?
- Label potency based on COA from this or representative batch?
- Serving size and number of servings clearly labeled?
- Products do not resemble commercially available candy or snack foods?
- All major food allergens declared on label?
Edibles Production Records
Batch documentation.
- Complete batch production record filed with all ingredient lot numbers?
- Yield reconciliation showing input cannabinoid vs. packaged units?
- State tracking system updated with all production batch data?
- COA from state-licensed lab filed before product released for sale?
- Edibles Production Notes
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Why Use This Cannabis Edibles Production Food Safety Checklist?
This cannabis edibles production food safety checklist helps cannabis teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for edibles production manager / food safety officer professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: per production run.
Ensures compliance with State Cannabis Infused Product Manufacturer License, FDA 21 CFR Part 117 FSMA Preventive Controls for Human Food, State Health Department Food Manufacturing License, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.141 Sanitation, State Cannabis Edibles Potency Homogeneity Testing Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Cannabis Edibles Production Food Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Facility Hygiene, Ingredient and Infusion Control, Temperature Control, Potency Homogeneity, Packaging and Labeling, Edibles Production Records. It is designed for cannabis operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per production run. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Cannabis Edibles Production Food Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Edibles Production Manager / Food Safety Officer 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.