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OSHA Compliance in Cannabis Cultivation

The 2020 Cannabis Worker Death Kept From the Public – and the Industry

A California worker died of work-related asthma, but it went unpublicized and unlearned from. Two years later, it happened again in Massachusetts.

January 11, 2026

Industry Headlines

Massachusetts Issues Recommendations on Ground Cannabis Dust, Workplace Safety

Now identified as a hazardous chemical, licensees must inform employees about ground cannabis dust hazards.

November 14, 2024

Pesticides

Ohio Cannabis, Federal Rescheduling, GTI’s Former Partnership With Bobby George Lead CBT’s Top Stories in August

From Ohio’s sales launch to a rescheduling hearing and to a man facing nine felony charges, don’t miss out on the most-read articles this month.

August 29, 2024

OSHA Compliance in Cannabis Cultivation

OSHA Playing Catch-Up With the Cannabis Industry

Only recently has the organization begun researching and working to prevent workplace hazards, a process that was hindered by federal cannabis policy.

August 19, 2024

Massachusetts

Federal Health Agencies Publish Report Detailing 1st Death Attributed to Occupational Asthma in Cannabis Production

The report examines details leading up to a Massachusetts cannabis flower production technician’s death, and says the case illustrates “missed opportunities for prevention.”

November 17, 2023

Compliance

Investigation Began Before Trulieve’s Holyoke Facility Worker Died

Massachusetts regulators received complaints about a processing facility’s conditions months before a 27-year-old collapsed and later died.

November 17, 2023

Compliance

Trulieve Issues Statement on Media Coverage of Massachusetts Worker Death

The multistate cannabis operator’s officials “stand by our record” of providing health protections to their workers.

October 20, 2022

Safety

Vicente Sederberg Launches Environment, Health, and Safety Practice

The new practice will focus on helping marijuana and hemp companies maintain compliance with environmental regulations that carry serious penalties.

September 15, 2021

Outdoor Cannabis Cultivation

How to Evaluate New Markets

A model to help you gauge emerging opportunities, minimize risk, and increase your chances of success.

August 6, 2021

Interviews & Opinion

Cannabis Is Mirroring Pharma: What Industry Pros Should Know

A lot has happened in the world of cannabis legalization since Colorado voters passed Amendment 64 in 2012.

August 2, 2021

OSHA Compliance in Cannabis Cultivation

5 Tips: How to Avoid Common cGMP Violations

The top compliance issues at cannabis facilities and how to ensure your safety and quality practices meet guidelines.

July 12, 2021

OSHA Compliance in Cannabis Cultivation

4 Tips for Safety and Compliance

Don’t let a regulatory agency audit catch you by surprise.

December 17, 2020