Good Manufacturing Practices

Welcome to the comprehensive course on Cannabis Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to implement GMPs effectively within cannabis-infused edible production. Whether you are new to the industry or a seasoned professional, understanding GMPs is critical to ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

This course begins with an introduction to the foundational principles of GMPs, exploring how they serve as facility-specific programs, procedures, and policies. GMPs cover everything from team member training, personal hygiene, pest management, water potability, facility maintenance, to sanitation of equipment and rooms. As you delve into the course, you’ll learn how these practices are not merely guidelines but integral components of quality management programs that drive safe production processes.

You will discover the various elements that comprise quality management programs, often referred to as “prerequisite programs,” which are essential for any manufacturing operation to function effectively. We will highlight the importance of proper procurement, sales contracts, and hiring practices, demonstrating how these components directly impact GMPs and, subsequently, product safety.

Government regulators play a significant role in enforcing GMPs, especially in the cannabis industry. Since there is no specific federal oversight for cannabis GMPs, producers must often look to GMP frameworks from related sectors, such as pharmaceuticals, food, and dietary supplements, to ensure compliance. This course will walk you through regulatory alignment, inspection protocols, and strategies for handling recalls and compliance issues.

We will also address the critical role of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in GMP implementation, emphasizing the importance of detailed documentation and continuous training. SOPs serve as both operational guides and training tools, ensuring that team members are well-prepared to maintain safety standards across the facility. You’ll learn how to create, refine, and effectively use SOPs to maintain compliance, safety, and quality.

A special focus of this course is on the immuno-compromised consumer. In the cannabis industry, edibles are often consumed by individuals with weakened immune systems, making GMP adherence not just a regulatory requirement but an ethical responsibility. You’ll explore preventive controls, sanitation, allergen management, and supply chain integrity to ensure safe production processes from start to finish.

By the end of this course, you will have a solid understanding of the GMP framework specific to cannabis-infused edibles, ready to implement strategies that uphold safety, compliance, and quality across your operations.