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HS-102 — Health & Safety Protocols
Foundational EHS practices for cultivation, processing, retail, labs, and lounges — aligned with CLA/NCRC expectations.
At-a-Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Module Code | HS-102 |
| Title | Health & Safety Protocols — Cannabis Operations |
| Duration & Delivery |
8 hours total (6h e-learning + 2h live demonstration/workshop) Online format with live demonstration (video conference) or optional hybrid practical. |
| Prerequisites | CC-101 (Law & Compliance) — recommended |
| Certificate Awarded | “Health & Safety for Cannabis Operations (HS-102)” • Validity: 2 years |
| Individual Fee |
XCD $540 per learner • Group rates available A portion of each enrollment is remitted to the NCRC. Credit policy: HS-102 fee is credited toward the relevant program (e.g., CannGrow, CannServe, CannLab) if you enroll within 12 months. |
Learning Outcomes
- Correctly select and use PPE in cultivation, processing, retail, and lab environments.
- Apply hygiene and sanitation SOPs to prevent product contamination and cross-contact.
- Demonstrate basic first-aid and emergency response procedures.
- Identify ergonomic risks and implement safe handling and workstation practices.
- Interpret and use Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for operational chemicals and solvents.
Detailed Content
- Overview of occupational health & safety in regulated cannabis operations.
- PPE selection, use, maintenance; donning/doffing and storage.
- Hygiene standards for plants, extracts, finished products, and point-of-sale.
- First-aid basics: burns, cuts, exposure, respiratory events; emergency escalation.
- Ergonomics in cultivation/processing: lifting, repetitive tasks, workstation setup.
- Chemical safety: fertilizers, cleaning agents, solvents; reading/using SDS.
- Emergency preparedness: drills, incident reporting, corrective actions.
Teaching Methods
- Video lectures with process demonstrations.
- Live online demo (PPE, emergency drills, ergonomic handling).
- Interactive quizzes and short scenario-based exercises.
- Downloadable safety posters and SOP templates for immediate deployment.
Assessment
- MCQ exam: 30 questions • 75% passing score.
- Safety compliance checklist: signed acknowledgement of EHS protocols.
Materials Provided
Health & Safety Handbook (PDF) • PPE checklist & EHS forms • SDS templates • Access to recorded demo sessions.
License Alignment
Mandatory for: Responsible Individuals, Facility Operators (cultivation, processing, retail, labs), Occupational Licensees.
Recommended for: Medical Practitioners, Traditional Healers, Consumption Lounge Operators.
Recognized by Industry & Government
CaribCanna – The Caribbean Academy of Cannabis Sciences – is the recognized training provider accredited to deliver the mandatory Licensing Programs in Dominica.
