Rule 351-7-.03 - Security(1) An independent laboratory is responsible for the security of regulated cannabis on its premises, including providing adequate safeguards against theft or diversion of product in final packaged form and records for chain of custody that are required to be kept.(2) An independent laboratory shall implement appropriate security and safety measures to deter and prevent unauthorized entrance into areas containing product in final packaged form and the theft of such product. Such measures shall include the following: (a) Access from outside the premises shall be kept to a minimum and be well controlled;(b) The outside perimeter of the premises shall be well lit;(c) Entry into any area where product in final packaged form is held shall be limited to authorized employees;(d) An independent laboratory shall have a security alarm system that will provide suitable protection against theft and diversion;(e) Video surveillance shall record access areas and anywhere the product in final packaged form is handled; and(f) An independent laboratory shall ensure that product in final packaged form is stored in a locked area with adequate security.(3) The independent laboratory shall log all local, state, and federal government officials, contractors, and visitors in and out, and shall maintain a log that includes the date, time, and purpose of the visit. (a) An independent laboratory shall maintain a copy of the daily log required by this rule for a period of at least three (3) years; and(b) The daily log shall be made available upon request to the Commission or its employees.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 351-7-.03
O.C.G.A. §§ 16-12-203, 16-12-210, 16-12-217.
Original Rule entitled "Security" adopted. F. Mar. 16, 2023; eff. Apr. 5, 2023.