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Fundamentals of Sanitation in Cannabis, Edible, and Food Industries
This course covers sanitation principles, microbial control, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation in cannabis, edibles, and food industries, ensuring safety through best practices, SSOPs, and environmental monitoring.
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Beginner Level
$500 CAD
$500 CAD
🕒 24 Hours
📅 3 Weeks
👥 Hands-on Learning
Course Overview
This course covers essential sanitation practices necessary to ensure safety and compliance in these sectors. Key topics include:
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Understanding local and federal sanitation regulations for cannabis and food production.
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Best practices for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, facilities, and surfaces.
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Identifying potential hazards in production processes and implementing control measures.
Course Curriculum
Our comprehensive 3-week curriculum covers everything you need to understand about the importance of sanitation in food, edibles and cannabis industries.
Module 1: Introduction to Sanitation Principles
- Definitions and importance of sanitation
- Cross-contamination risks
- The role of sanitation in product safety and quality
Module 2: Microbiology for Sanitation
- Common foodborne pathogens (e.g., Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria)
- Microbial growth conditions
- Biofilms and microbial harborage points
Module 3: Cleaning and Sanitizing Procedures
- Cleaning vs. sanitizing vs. disinfecting
- Steps in an effective sanitation cycle (pre-rinse, detergent, rinse, sanitize, etc.)
- Dry vs. wet cleaning applications
Module 4: Chemical Safety and Handling
- Types of cleaning agents and sanitizers
- Safe storage and use of sanitation chemicals
- WHMIS and SDS compliance
Module 5: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
- Personnel hygiene and behaviour
- Facility and equipment design considerations
- Waste and pest control
Module 6: Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs)
- How to develop and implement SSOPs
- Documentation and record-keeping
- Verifying and validating sanitation effectiveness
Module 7: Regulatory Frameworks and Compliance
- Health Canada regulations for cannabis and edibles (Cannabis Act, Food and Drugs Act)
- CFIA sanitation expectations for food facilities
- FDA (if exporting to the U.S.): FSMA and 21 CFR Part 117
Module 8: Allergen Control and Allergen Sanitation
- Managing allergen cross-contact
- Labeling and cleaning protocols for shared lines
Module 9: Environmental Monitoring
- Swabbing techniques (ATP, microbial)
- Interpreting lab results and corrective actions
Module 10: Sanitation in Cannabis Processing Environments
- Risks unique to cannabis production (resin build-up, terpene residues)
- Handling infused products and managing odor cross-contamination
Course Schedule
Our 3-week program consists of two 4-hour sessions per week, designed to fit into your busy schedule.
Duration: 24 hours total (8 hours per week)
Schedule: Two 4-hour sessions per week
Location: Online live sessions with recordings available
Class Size: Limited to 20 students for personalized attention
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Tuesday & Thursday
9:00 AM – 01:00 PM
9:00 AM – 01:00 PM
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Tuesday & Thursday
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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