Common OSHA citations for the cannabis industry:
Pt.2- Employee Personal Protection Equipment
Do not forget to purchase these products and have them at the ready! PPE is crucial for workplace safety and is a requirement in most industries throughout the US. Keeping your employees safe from getting hazardous material on their skin, nose, or eyes is a pretty basic safety procedure; research the safety needs within your realm of the industry and ensure your employees are protected.
So what does standard PPE look like; you may be wondering. Is it gloves, is it respirators, is it full body suits? Well, in the cannabis industry, it can be any of these. In a retail setting, it is common to use gloves while working with flowers or even concentrates. On the other side of things, such as in cultivation centers, you can see employees wearing full-blown hazmat suits with respirators. That's why it is crucial to know: what you need, when you need it, how to properly use it, the limitations of it, and the maintenance required to make sure it stays in good shape.
Common PPE includes:
Gloves
Safety Glasses
Shoes
Earplugs
Hard hats
Respirators
Bodysuits
These items are not too expensive and easy to obtain, especially when ensuring employee safety. Remember that every state has different rules and regulations. So, do your research! Make sure that your PPE equipment is suitable for your area. Also, make sure to research your side of the industry. If you have a cultivation center, it will require a different PPE than a dispensary. Keep these things in mind, and make sure to check and see if you meet the requirements today.
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