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Ep. 59: Why Every Cannabis Operator Needs an Audit Program
๐In this episode of Under the Microscope with Jenny, host Jenny Germano takes a deep dive into why every cannabis operator should have a compliance audit program and how an important tool like proactive auditing can help reduce risk, improve operations, and strengthen overall compliance.
Drawing on her hands-on experience in cannabis operations since 2009 and consulting operators nationwide, Jenny breaks down what a compliance audit is, how it differs from a regulatory inspection, and why audits should be viewed as a preventative tool rather than a reaction to enforcement. She covers the different types of cannabis audits, including internal reviews and third-party assessments, and discusses key focus areas such as Metrc and inventory reconciliation, SOPs, employee training records, security systems, recordkeeping, labeling, and OSHA compliance.
Jenny also explains how regular audits can identify operational gaps before they become violations, recalls, or costly fines, and why CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) programs are essential for addressing root causes and driving continuous improvement. This episode delivers practical guidance for cannabis operators looking to build a stronger compliance culture, reduce their circle of risk, and stay prepared for evolving regulations and enforcement trends.
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๐ฟ๐ข๐๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐๐: Jenny Germano, Founder of ICS Consulting
๐ ๐๐๐ฆ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐๐๐น๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด: https://www.icsconsultingservice.com
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โฐ๐ง๐ถ๐บ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐โฐ
ย 02:10 What Compliance Audits Are
ย 04:02 Audits vs Inspections
ย 07:17 Risk Reduction & The Benefits
ย 09:08 Enforcement Trends & Costs
ย 12:28 Inspections Differ by State
ย 15:49 Why Audits Matter in Practice
ย 19:28 What Operational Gaps Audits Reveal
ย 22:20 Types of Cannabis Audits
ย 26:04 Regulatory Inspections
ย 27:29 Metrc Inventory Audits
ย 28:27 SOPs & Material Changes
ย 29:44 Employee Training
ย 35:32 OSHA Safety Compliance
ย 38:33 Recordkeeping Systems
ย 39:30 Common Audit Findings
ย 40:17 Audit Frequency Schedule
ย 42:37 Build Audit Program
ย 43:50 CAPA - Corrective and Preventive Action
ย 46:28 Audits as a Strategy
ย 47:34 Taking Responsibility
ย 51:27 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up
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๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ถ๐๐ฐ๐น๐ฎ๐ถ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฟ: The content shared on this channel - including all videos, podcasts, interviews, and discussions is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as legal, compliance, or business consulting advice, and should not be relied upon as such. Laws and regulations surrounding cannabis and related industries vary by jurisdiction and are subject to change. Always consult with a qualified attorney or licensed professional before making decisions that could have legal or regulatory consequences for your business. Listening to or viewing this content does not create a client relationship between you and ICS Consulting, Under the Microscope with Jenny, Jenny Germano, or any of the podcastโs guests. Any opinions expressed are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of ICS Consulting or its affiliates.
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By Jenny Germano๐In this episode of Under the Microscope with Jenny, host Jenny Germano takes a deep dive into why every cannabis operator should have a compliance audit program and how an important tool like proactive auditing can help reduce risk, improve operations, and strengthen overall compliance.
Drawing on her hands-on experience in cannabis operations since 2009 and consulting operators nationwide, Jenny breaks down what a compliance audit is, how it differs from a regulatory inspection, and why audits should be viewed as a preventative tool rather than a reaction to enforcement. She covers the different types of cannabis audits, including internal reviews and third-party assessments, and discusses key focus areas such as Metrc and inventory reconciliation, SOPs, employee training records, security systems, recordkeeping, labeling, and OSHA compliance.
Jenny also explains how regular audits can identify operational gaps before they become violations, recalls, or costly fines, and why CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) programs are essential for addressing root causes and driving continuous improvement. This episode delivers practical guidance for cannabis operators looking to build a stronger compliance culture, reduce their circle of risk, and stay prepared for evolving regulations and enforcement trends.
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๐ฟ๐ข๐๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐๐: Jenny Germano, Founder of ICS Consulting
๐ ๐๐๐ฆ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐๐๐น๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด: https://www.icsconsultingservice.com
ย
โฐ๐ง๐ถ๐บ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ๐โฐ
ย 02:10 What Compliance Audits Are
ย 04:02 Audits vs Inspections
ย 07:17 Risk Reduction & The Benefits
ย 09:08 Enforcement Trends & Costs
ย 12:28 Inspections Differ by State
ย 15:49 Why Audits Matter in Practice
ย 19:28 What Operational Gaps Audits Reveal
ย 22:20 Types of Cannabis Audits
ย 26:04 Regulatory Inspections
ย 27:29 Metrc Inventory Audits
ย 28:27 SOPs & Material Changes
ย 29:44 Employee Training
ย 35:32 OSHA Safety Compliance
ย 38:33 Recordkeeping Systems
ย 39:30 Common Audit Findings
ย 40:17 Audit Frequency Schedule
ย 42:37 Build Audit Program
ย 43:50 CAPA - Corrective and Preventive Action
ย 46:28 Audits as a Strategy
ย 47:34 Taking Responsibility
ย 51:27 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up
ย
๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ถ๐๐ฐ๐น๐ฎ๐ถ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฟ: The content shared on this channel - including all videos, podcasts, interviews, and discussions is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as legal, compliance, or business consulting advice, and should not be relied upon as such. Laws and regulations surrounding cannabis and related industries vary by jurisdiction and are subject to change. Always consult with a qualified attorney or licensed professional before making decisions that could have legal or regulatory consequences for your business. Listening to or viewing this content does not create a client relationship between you and ICS Consulting, Under the Microscope with Jenny, Jenny Germano, or any of the podcastโs guests. Any opinions expressed are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of ICS Consulting or its affiliates.