Cannabis Facility State Regulatory Inspection Readiness Checklist
This cannabis facility state regulatory inspection readiness checklist prepares license holders for unannounced state cannabis regulatory inspections. Most state cannabis regulators conduct periodic unannounced inspections — failing to be inspection-ready at all times risks license suspension, fines, and operational disruption. This checklist should be completed weekly to maintain continuous inspection readiness.
- Industry: Cannabis
- Frequency: Weekly
- Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
- Role: Compliance Manager / Facility Director
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: State Cannabis License Inspection Authority Requirements, State Cannabis License Posting Requirements, State Cannabis Employee Badge / Identification Requirements, METRC State Inspection Inventory Requirements, State Cannabis Record Keeping and Document Production Requirements
License and Posting Requirements
Required postings.
- Current state cannabis license posted conspicuously as required?
- Posted license not expired — renewal in progress if expiring soon?
- All required state signage posted (age restriction, no minors, health warnings)?
- Operating hours posted if required?
- State licensing authority complaint contact information posted if required?
Employee Compliance
Staff credential requirements.
- All employees on duty displaying state-required cannabis agent identification?
- All employee cannabis agent badges current — none expired?
- Background check compliance records on file for all current employees?
- No unauthorized persons in restricted areas during inspection?
- Staff trained on protocol for state inspector arrival — notify manager, cooperate?
METRC Readiness
Track-and-trace inspection prep.
- METRC inventory current and reconciled within 24 hours?
- No open unacknowledged transfer manifests older than state limit?
- No unresolved METRC inventory variances from last count?
- Spot-check of random packages confirms physical inventory matches METRC?
- All cannabis waste properly logged in METRC?
Record Availability
Documents accessible for inspection.
- All SOPs organized and accessible for inspector review?
- Employee training and badge records accessible on-site?
- Required financial records accessible if state inspection requires them?
- COAs for all products currently in inventory accessible?
- Security camera footage accessible and exportable for inspector request?
Facility Compliance
Physical facility requirements.
- Facility in good physical repair — no visible fire/life safety hazards?
- All security systems (cameras, access, alarm) operational?
- Sanitation and cleanliness standards maintained throughout facility?
- All products displaying compliant state labels?
- No prohibited activity (on-site consumption, unlicensed sales) occurring?
Inspection Records
Documentation.
- All violations from prior state inspections remediated and documented?
- No repeat violations of previously cited items?
- Weekly inspection readiness log current?
- State inspector contact information readily accessible for manager?
- Inspection Readiness Notes
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Why Use This Cannabis Facility State Regulatory Inspection Readiness Checklist?
This cannabis facility state regulatory inspection readiness checklist helps cannabis teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for compliance manager / facility director professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: weekly.
Ensures compliance with State Cannabis License Inspection Authority Requirements, State Cannabis License Posting Requirements, State Cannabis Employee Badge / Identification Requirements, METRC State Inspection Inventory Requirements, State Cannabis Record Keeping and Document Production Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Cannabis Facility State Regulatory Inspection Readiness Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: License and Posting Requirements, Employee Compliance, METRC Readiness, Record Availability, Facility Compliance, Inspection Records. It is designed for cannabis operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed weekly. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.
Who should use this Cannabis Facility State Regulatory Inspection Readiness Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Compliance Manager / Facility Director 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.