Cannabis Retail Inspection Checklist
This cannabis retail checklist ensures that your dispensaries have the right processes and systems in place and meet regulatory, community and health and safety standards.
MaintainX
07/19/2022
Cannabis Retail Inspection Checklist
This cannabis retail checklist ensures that your dispensaries have the right processes and systems in place and meet regulatory, community and health and safety standards.
EXTERIOR
Signage conforms to provincial / state law
Legally required door and window displays are present and visible
Location zoned for cannabis activity in accordance with provincial / state law
No smoking of product is done inside or outside premise
Receiving area is locked and secured when not in use
Cameras are in working order
INTERIOR
Required signs are posted
Any advertising or signage conforms to provincial / state law
Retailer license clearly displayed
Staff have a clear line of sight to all areas of the location to prevent use by minors and other prohibited individuals
Adequate lighting within all areas of the store
List of products and prices available
Literature holders are well stocked
All interior security cameras are working
OPERATING REQUIREMENTS
All local permits up to date and accessible
Provincial/ state permits are up to date and accessible
Purchase limits set within provincial / state law
Are you able to provide all required business documentation at any time?
Is the commercial general liability insurance up to date?
Description of screening and validation process for customers available
PRODUCT
Products are verified and dispensed according to regulatory standards
Edibles are of a standard serving size as per provincial/ state restrictions
Clear labeling of amount of THC listed on packages
Child-resistant, opaque and resealable packaging
Hazardous materials storage, handling and disposal plan in place
SECURITY
Presence of a working alarmed security system that provides an auxiliary source of power and signals
Sensors for motion /breaking glass and/or vibration
Doors are secured
Retailer complies with provincial / state law to not sell product to:
minors
Intoxicated individuals
Product safely locked away
Inventory adheres to provincial/ state limits
Safe is secured to floor
Safe is out of sight
Employees have unique safe codes
Safe codes are changed regularly
Proper product rotation and storage maintained for quality
EMPLOYEES
Follow opening and closing protocols
Have adequate product training
Have had criminal background checks if necessary in the province/ state
Are aware of current state/provincial laws and restrictions
Offer a consultation to every customer
Check ID for every customer to ensure legal age
Know cannabis impairment in the workplace is not permitted
Inform tourists who purchase cannabis of their rights and obligations, especially with respect to travel outside of state / province
Source: MaintainX (Community Member)