Cannabis Facility Workplace Safety Program Compliance Checklist
This cannabis facility workplace safety program compliance checklist ensures cannabis operations meet OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910 general industry safety requirements. Cannabis cultivation and processing operations present recognized hazards including respiratory exposure to terpenes and cannabis dust, ergonomic risks from repetitive trimming tasks, chemical exposure, and musculoskeletal hazards from repetitive operations.
- Industry: Cannabis
- Frequency: Monthly
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Safety Manager / Facility Manager
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards, OSHA 29 CFR 1904 Injury and Illness Recordkeeping, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132 Personal Protective Equipment, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 Emergency Action Plans, OSHA General Duty Clause Section 5(a)(1)
Hazard Communication
Chemical safety communication.
- SDS binder or system accessible and current for all chemicals in use?
- All workers trained on HazCom — SDSs, container labels, chemical hazards?
- All chemical containers properly labeled — no unmarked transfer containers?
- Cannabis dust and terpene exposure controls in place (ventilation, respiratory protection)?
- Workers monitored for signs of cannabis sensitization (asthma, skin reactions)?
PPE Compliance
Personal protective equipment.
- PPE hazard assessment completed and documented per OSHA 1910.132?
- Required PPE provided at no cost to workers?
- Workers trained on proper use, maintenance, and limitations of required PPE?
- Observed workers using required PPE for their tasks during inspection?
- PPE in good condition — no torn gloves, damaged respirators, cracked goggles?
Ergonomics
Repetitive motion and ergonomic risk.
- Ergonomic risk assessment completed for high-risk tasks (trimming, packaging, transplanting)?
- Job rotation program in place to reduce repetitive motion exposure?
- Workstations adjusted to appropriate height for employees?
- Anti-fatigue mats at all prolonged standing workstations?
- Workers encouraged to report early signs of musculoskeletal discomfort?
Emergency Action Plan
Emergency preparedness.
- Written Emergency Action Plan in place per OSHA 1910.38?
- Evacuation routes posted in all work areas?
- Emergency assembly point designated and communicated to all workers?
- Fire extinguishers inspected monthly, annual service current?
- First aid kits stocked and accessible throughout facility?
OSHA Injury Recordkeeping
Injury documentation.
- OSHA 300 injury and illness log current with all recordable incidents?
- OSHA 300A summary posted Feb 1 - Apr 30 as required?
- Incident investigation reports filed for all recordable incidents?
- Severe injuries (hospitalization, amputation, eye loss) reported to OSHA within 24 hours?
- Near-miss reporting program encouraging workers to report near misses?
Safety Training
Worker safety training.
- New hire safety orientation completed before unsupervised work?
- Annual safety refresher training completed for all workers?
- Safety training records on file for all current employees?
- Safety committee or safety champion program in place?
- Safety Inspection Notes
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Why Use This Cannabis Facility Workplace Safety Program Compliance Checklist?
This cannabis facility workplace safety program compliance checklist helps cannabis teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for safety manager / facility manager professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.
Ensures compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards, OSHA 29 CFR 1904 Injury and Illness Recordkeeping, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132 Personal Protective Equipment, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 Emergency Action Plans, OSHA General Duty Clause Section 5(a)(1). Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Cannabis Facility Workplace Safety Program Compliance Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Hazard Communication, PPE Compliance, Ergonomics, Emergency Action Plan, OSHA Injury Recordkeeping, Safety Training. It is designed for cannabis operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Cannabis Facility Workplace Safety Program Compliance Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Safety Manager / Facility 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.