Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 10. Maryland Department of Health |
Part 5. |
Subtitle 62. NATALIE LAPRADE MEDICAL CANNABIS COMMISSION |
Chapter 10.62.11. Medical Cannabis Growing Controls |
Sec. 10.62.11.02. Standard Operating Procedures
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A licensee shall establish written standard operating procedures to promote good growing and handling practices including:
A. All aspects of the:
(1) Irrigation, propagation, cultivation, fertilization;
(2) Harvesting, drying, curing;
(3) Rework or reprocessing;
(4) Packaging, labeling and handling of medical cannabis products, byproduct; and
(5) Waste products, and the control thereof, to promote good growing and handling practices;
B. Requiring that each individual engaged in the cultivation, manufacturing, handling, packaging, and testing of medical cannabis has the training, education, or experience necessary to perform assigned functions; and
C. Requiring that all registered grower agents practice good hygiene and wear protective clothing as necessary to protect the product as well as themselves from exposure to potential contaminants.
D. Requirements for Receipt of Material.
(1) A licensee shall quarantine material that is received to be used to produce medical cannabis.
(2) A licensee shall inspect material for defects, contamination, and compliance with a licensees specifications.
(3) Material may not be released from quarantine by a licensee until the material:
(a) Passes inspection; and
(b) Is determined to be acceptable for use as intended.