Good Production Practices (GPP) for Cannabis

Description

Good Production Practices (GPP) for Cannabis

Cannabis Good Production Practices (GPP) must be implemented by a cannabis Quality Assurance Person (QAP) to ensure that cannabis is consistently produced and controlled at all stages of production, packaging, labeling, and storage to meet the quality standards appropriate for their intended use. Learning about the GPP requirements is critical in producing quality cannabis products as per Health Canada’s regulatory requirements.

This training program is designed to provide employees with a comprehensive understanding of Canadian Good Production Practices (GPP) for cannabis. GPP is a set of quality standards that ensure the safety, quality, and consistency of cannabis products.

The training includes practice subtitles, quizzes, and tests for a better learning experience.

Training Objectives

Upon completion of this training program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the importance of GPP in the cannabis industry
• Identify key GPP requirements and best practices
• Apply GPP principles to their daily work tasks
• Recognize potential quality and safety risks
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to address non-conformances

Target Audience

This training program is intended for all employees working in the cannabis industry, including:

• Cultivation technicians
• Processors
• Packaging and labeling personnel
• Quality control inspectors
• Warehouse and distribution staff
• Management and supervisory personnel

Training Modules

• Module 1: Regulatory requirements
• Module 2: Standard operating procedures
• Module 3: Pest control products, sanitizers, agronomic inputs, and non-food chemical agents
• Module 4: Storage and distribution
• Module 5: Building/part of a building
• Module 6: System – Filtration and Ventilation, Supply of Water, and Lighting
• Module 7: Equipment
• Module 8: Sanitation
• Module 9: Quality assurance
• Module 10: Risk; Hazard & Contamination Management
• Module 11: Testing requirements
• Module 12: Course Summary and Exam

Takeaway

Additional training documentation and certificates will be provided after the exam. Please note that a minimum score of 80% is required before the training certificate should be issued.

Author

Kossi Molley (il/he), Chemist, LSSBB; PMP
Chartered Trainer of the Labour Market Partners Commission

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