Dispensary & Grow Facilities
OSHA Safety Requirements
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Prioritizing Safety in Every Step of Dispensary & Grow Facilities and Retail Division.
Did you know that in the State of Nevada, regulations require that all workers in Dispensary and Grow Facilites receive OSHA general industry safety training. This means that the majority of the employees will be required to complete an OSHA 10 hour course that includes workplace violence. In addition, all supervisors must complete an OSHA 30 hour training course. At Best in The West Safety, we have over 30 years of safety training and consulting in OSHA compliance. We are ready to assist your business with OSHA training to ensure your workers are provided a safe and healthy workplace free from recognized hazards and they understand how to protect themselves in this unique business. Our goal is to protect your physical assets one worker at a time. Call us today to see how we can help you reduce your health and safety liabilities and improve your bottom line.
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OSHA 10 and 30 Hour
We offer onsite OSHA 10 and 30 Hour General Industry safety training classes to meet the State of Nevada’s marijuana industries requirements. These classes are specifically designed to educate your team on identifying workplace hazards and implementing strategies to mitigate or eliminate them. Our comprehensive courses cover essential topics; such as, hazardous chemicals, personal protective equipment (PPE), electrical and machinery safety, fall protection, and much more. We will customize the classes to include specific safety issues at your facilities too!
With extensive experience in manufacturing, grow facilities, and industrial settings, we bring a unique perspective enriched by our diverse professional history. Our engaging approach ensures your training sessions are both informative and entertaining. Select the contact button below to schedule your training sessions.
Processing & Grow Facility Site Safety Audits
Do you wonder what hazards lurk at your business? Are your employees following your workplace safety protocols? Contact us to schedule your annual safety compliance hazard assessment audit. We will provide you a report with photos and descriptions of the identified hazards and include suggestions on ways to correct them, order PPE or identify solutions to mitigate the hazards and protect your workers. Best of all, every report includes the location, a list of positive compliance actions being performed as well. We identify what OSHA regulations or industry best practices that match up to the negative findings. Call us today and learn more about how we might assist in reducing your OSHA safety liabilities and improve workplace safety and protect your workforce.
Key Requirements
OSHA 10- and 30-Hour Training
- Nevada requires workers in the marijuana industry to have either OSHA 10 or 30 hour (for managers) safety training. Our OSHA authorized instructors have created industry specific training for your business to keep you compliant with NV OSHA.
On-Site Safety Audits
- Annual hazard assessments are required to identify what can harm, maim or kill workers.
- We provide Mock OSHA inspections and produce a report that covers your specific safety hazards, what corrective measures to create, what you are doing right, and evaluate the site for hazardous materials compliance with OSHA HAZCOM standards.
Safety Committees and EAPW
- We will work with your team members to create the Safety Committee and develop their first four safety committee meetings.
- We will review or write your Emergency Action Plan and conduct an evacuation fire drill with your employees.
Respirator Fit Testing
- OSHA requires a fit test before first-time respirator use and annually thereafter.
- Employees must undergo either a qualitative (sensory-based) or quantitative (measurement-based) fit test to ensure a proper seal.
Proper Respirator Selection
- Employers must provide NIOSH-approved respirators suited to the specific workplace hazard.
- Respirators should be selected based on exposure levels, work conditions, and user comfort.
Seal Checks Before Each Use
- Workers must perform a user seal check every time they wear a respirator.
- A proper seal prevents unfiltered air from entering the mask and ensures maximum protection.
Medical Evaluations
- OSHA mandates medical evaluations for workers required to wear respirators.
- These assessments ensure employees are physically capable of wearing a respirator without risk to their health.
Proper Cleaning & Maintenance
- Reusable respirators must be regularly cleaned, disinfected, and stored properly.
- Damaged or worn-out respirators should be replaced immediately.
Training and Maintenance of Respirators
- Reusable respirators must be cleaned daily and stored away from heat and chemicals. Workers must receive annual hands on training on proper respirator use, limitations, and maintenance. It should include respirator and cartridge and filter selection and how to use them.
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MOCK OSHA Inspection
Ensure workplace safety and compliance by scheduling your Mock OSHA audit with Best in The West Safety. Our team will conduct a wall to wall inspection of your facility to identify hazards, areas that need improvement, and provide corrective action measures that can be implemented to protect your workforce. Stay ahead of industry standards and protect your team by auditing your facility to show your good faith effort to comply with the OSHA standards. Knowing what needs to be improved upon is the first step to creating a safe and healthy workplace.
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Best in The West Safety: Key Safety Protocols for OSHA Compliance
Ensuring OSHA compliance is essential for maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Best in The West Safety follows key safety protocols to protect workers and meet regulatory standards.
- Workplace Hazard Assessments – Regularly inspect job sites to identify potential risks and implement preventive measures.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Ensure workers wear the necessary safety gear, such as helmets, gloves, and respiratory protection.
- Emergency Preparedness – Develop and communicate clear emergency action plans, including fire drills and evacuation procedures.
- Fall Protection – Workers must be protected from falls above 4 feet.
- Hazard Communication – Train employees on the proper handling of hazardous materials and maintain clear safety data sheets (SDS).
- Workplace Violence – Educate workers on how to handle disruptive and violent clients/workers and how to de-escalate the negative situation.
- Respiratory Protection – Implement air quality controls and ensure proper respirator use in environments with airborne hazards.
- Training & Certification – Provide ongoing OSHA-compliant training to ensure workers understand and follow safety protocols.
- Recordkeeping & Reporting – Maintain accurate injury and illness logs, reporting incidents as required by OSHA regulations.
- Ergonomics & Workplace Safety – Reduce strain and injury risks by implementing ergonomic workstations and proper lifting techniques.
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