worker safety concerns grow as cannabis oil extraction in Cape Town

South Africa's groundbreaking Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill has sparked a heated debate around personal freedoms and workplace safety. As the country gears up to decriminalize the private use and cultivation of

onsider the evolving governance framework before initiating any cannabis-related work. High levels of uncertainty remain regarding the u e and activities involving cannabis and hemp in

The impact of the decision in workplaces was unclear and arbitrators tended to find that employers were entitled to set workplace policies regarding substance abuse, including the

The legalisation of private cannabis use in South Africa presents significant challenges for occupational health, especially in safety-sensitive environments. This article

As the cannabis industry continues to grow rapidly, so do the health and safety considerations unique to this emerging field. Cannabis cultivation, processing, and retail

As laws, regulations, and attitudes change related to producing and selling cannabis, workers' health, safety, and well-being must also be addressed. Recognizing these

The outcome here serves as a strong reminder to carefully consider the implications of all your workplace policies, particularly regarding sensitive issues such as cannabis use. You must balance legitimate safety concerns at

Many employers have subsequently found that this judgment has resulted in an increase of incidents of possession and use of cannabis in the workplace. Whilst Parliament

South Africa clearly has a market for cannabis and businesses are eagerly waiting for what appears to be the inevitable full legalization of marijuana in South Africa which would allow for

Powder & Bulk Solids explores how awareness of dust-related health and safety issues in cannabis facilities is growing as the industry expands.

Cannabis concentrate means cannabis that has undergone a process to concentrate the THC content, and cannabis solid concentrates and cannabis liquid concentrates are classes of

Fremont, CA: Cannabis has potential benefits, with more states enacting laws for medical use and the recreational market growing swiftly. Safety must always be a priority.

Cannabis worker hazards Bradley King, a Denver-based industrial hygienist for NIOSH, places worker hazards in the cannabis industry under “three broad umbrellas”:

The cannabis industry is rapidly growing, evolving from a largely underground market into a fully regulated and legal sector in many regions around the world. With this

The extraction of cannabis oil can pose many safety issues, including the risk of fire and explosion. In many cases, the extraction process itself creates a hazardous location due to the

Phoenix Tears Cannabis Oil is a locally produced (in South Africa), full extract cannabis oil. First extracted for medical purposes by Rick Simpson (also known as RSO or Rick Simpson Oil),

Legalization of marijuana at the state level has resulted in at least 10 recorded instances of fires or explosions at facilities that extract hash oil.

Better believe it, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has regulatory jurisdiction over cannabis facilities—including cultivation, processing,

22 January 2025 An explosion at a Stevensville cannabis facility injured two workers and caused $250,000 in damages. The incident highlights the risks of THC extraction using volatile gases

The cannabis extraction industry is highly regulated, with strict standards on product safety, worker protections, and environmental impact. Failure to comply with