R68-28-9. Minimum Storage and Handling Requirements

  1) A cannabis processing facility shall have separate storage for cannabis, cannabis extract, or cannabis products that are outdated, damaged, deteriorated, misbranded, or adulterated, or whose containers or packaging have been opened or breached until the cannabis, cannabis extract, or cannabis products are destroyed.

  2) All cannabis, cannabis extract, and cannabis products shall be stored at least six inches off the ground.

  3) Storage areas shall:

  a) be maintained in a clean and orderly condition; and

  b) be free from infestation by insects, rodents, birds, or vermin.

  4) A cannabis processing facility shall store all cannabis, cannabis extract, or cannabis products in process in a manner so as to prevent diversion, theft, or loss.

  5) A cannabis processing facility shall make cannabis, cannabis extract, or cannabis product accessible only to the minimum number of specifically authorized employees essential for efficient operation and shall return the cannabis or cannabis extract to its secure location immediately after completion of the process or at the end of the scheduled business day.

  6) If a manufacturing process cannot be completed at the end of a working day, the processor shall securely lock the processing area or tanks, vessels, bins, or bulk containers containing cannabis inside an area or room that affords adequate security.