Cannabis Facility Visitor and Vendor Access Control Checklist
This cannabis facility visitor and vendor access control checklist ensures compliance with state cannabis license requirements prohibiting unauthorized persons in restricted areas. Every person in a cannabis facility's restricted areas must be either a licensed employee or an authorized visitor under escort — unauthorized access is a serious license violation. State cannabis inspectors are the most important visitor category.
- Industry: Cannabis
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes (procedure review)
- Role: Security Lead / Compliance Manager
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: State Cannabis Unauthorized Person Prohibition in Restricted Areas, State Cannabis Visitor Log Requirements, State Cannabis Contractor and Vendor Access Conditions, State Cannabis Minor Prohibition Regardless of Supervision, State Cannabis Agent Badge Display Requirements
Visitor Log
Visitor documentation.
- Visitor log maintained for all persons entering restricted areas?
- Government-issued photo ID checked for all visitors before entry?
- Visitors confirmed to be 21+ (adult-use) or 18+ (medical, where applicable)?
- Purpose of visit recorded in log?
- Sign-in and sign-out times recorded for each visitor?
Escort Requirements
Employee escort compliance.
- All visitors escorted by licensed cannabis employee throughout restricted areas?
- No visitors left unescorted at any time in restricted areas?
- Escort employee holds active state cannabis agent license?
- Visitor badge or wristband issued to distinguish visitors from employees?
- Visitor access limited to areas necessary for stated purpose?
Vendor and Contractor Access
Third-party access management.
- All vendors and contractors logged and escorted same as other visitors?
- Maintenance and repair personnel escorted when working in restricted areas?
- Recurring vendors (cleaning, maintenance) on approved vendor list with ID on file?
- Work orders for contractors documented with scope of access and time?
- Non-licensed vendors not allowed to handle or physically access cannabis product?
State Inspector Protocol
Regulatory inspector procedures.
- Staff trained on protocol when state inspector arrives (notify manager, cooperate fully)?
- Staff will verify inspector credentials before granting access?
- Staff trained NOT to delay or obstruct state inspector access?
- Compliance manager notified of inspector arrival immediately?
- Records and documents organized to respond to inspector requests efficiently?
Access Security Controls
Physical access management.
- Single controlled entry point for restricted areas during operating hours?
- Camera coverage of all entry points and visitor areas?
- Anti-tailgating measures at access-controlled entry points?
- Electronic access log reviewed for anomalies?
- After-hours access protocol in place — no unauthorized access when facility closed?
Visitor Records
Documentation.
- Visitor log retained for minimum state-required period (typically 1 year)?
- Any access control incidents or unauthorized entry attempts documented?
- Camera footage available to correlate with visitor log entries?
- State inspection visits documented separately with inspector name, date, and purpose?
- Visitor Access Notes
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Why Use This Cannabis Facility Visitor and Vendor Access Control Checklist?
This cannabis facility visitor and vendor access control checklist helps cannabis teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for security lead / compliance manager professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with State Cannabis Unauthorized Person Prohibition in Restricted Areas, State Cannabis Visitor Log Requirements, State Cannabis Contractor and Vendor Access Conditions, State Cannabis Minor Prohibition Regardless of Supervision, State Cannabis Agent Badge Display Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Cannabis Facility Visitor and Vendor Access Control Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Visitor Log, Escort Requirements, Vendor and Contractor Access, State Inspector Protocol, Access Security Controls, Visitor Records. It is designed for cannabis operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes (procedure review).
Who should use this Cannabis Facility Visitor and Vendor Access Control Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Security Lead / Compliance 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.