Risk Management

Wellness Takes Center Stage for Cannabis Workers in 2025

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 30, 2024 /

The cannabis industry has experienced unprecedented growth over the last decade, creating a wide array of opportunities for workers in cultivation, manufacturing, retail, and ancillary services. However, this rapid expansion…

Risk Mitigation Strategies for Cannabis Equipment Providers

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 24, 2024 /

As the cannabis industry continues to expand, cannabis equipment providers face a unique set of challenges that require careful attention to risk management. These risks span across regulatory compliance, financial…

First Year in Cannabis Retail: High Injury Risk for Workers

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 23, 2024 /

The cannabis industry has experienced significant growth over the past decade, with new markets opening up as more states legalize medical and recreational marijuana. As the industry matures, it has…

Improved Safety: Fewer Job Deaths in Cannabis in 2023

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 20, 2024 /

Improved Safety in the Cannabis Industry: Fewer Job Deaths in 2023 Highlight Progress and Challenges The cannabis industry, a rapidly growing sector in the U.S., has seen a decline in…

Skilled Worker Shortage Challenges Fire Protection in 2025

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 18, 2024 /

Skilled Worker Shortage Challenges Fire Protection in 2025: Implications for the Cannabis Industry The cannabis industry, one of the fastest-growing sectors globally, is facing an unlikely but critical challenge in…

Cannabis Industry Adapts to ASSP’s New Safety Training Guidelines

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 17, 2024 /

Cannabis Industry Adapts to ASSP’s New Safety Training Guidelines: A Comprehensive Approach to Workplace Safety in the Cannabis Sector The cannabis industry has experienced rapid growth, with more states legalizing…

Tech Meets Emergency Management to Boost Cannabis Fire Safety

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 16, 2024 /

The rapid growth of the cannabis industry has introduced a range of challenges, including fire safety risks that must be addressed with urgency. With the rise in cannabis cultivation, processing,…

2023 OSHA Data Reveals Injuries and Illnesses in Cannabis Sector

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 13, 2024 /

The cannabis industry has been growing rapidly in recent years, with legalization spreading across various states in the U.S. As this emerging sector expands, new challenges arise, especially in terms…

OSHA Finalizes PPE Regulations for the Construction Industry

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 12, 2024 /

Improperly-Sized PPE and Its Impact on Construction Worker Safety: An OSHA Revision to Address a Longstanding Industry Concern In the construction industry, worker safety is paramount. Over the years, personal…

Prioritizing Fall Protection in Cannabis Workplaces

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 10, 2024 /

Prioritizing Fall Protection in Cannabis Workplaces: A Critical Safety Concern In the rapidly expanding cannabis industry, where safety concerns often take a backseat to business growth, one of the most…

OSHA’s 20-Year-Long Wait Ends with New Arc-Flash Guidelines

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 9, 2024 /

After two decades of deliberation and delays, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has finally unveiled its long-awaited guidelines for arc-flash hazards in workplaces. The new standards are designed…

Exploring Hope, Productivity and Wellness in the Cannabis Industry

By Cannabis Risk Manager Staff / December 6, 2024 /

The cannabis industry has been undergoing a profound transformation in recent years. What was once a controversial and largely underground sector has now blossomed into a multi-billion-dollar industry. As legal…