Lack of protective gear at cannabis labs could threaten weed supply

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New Brunswick liquor and cannabis stores screen for COVID-19 In the age of COVID-19, cannabis has become an essential item Could cannabis facilities become hospitals to help take down COVID-19? Despite layoffs and downsizing in the cannabis industry over recent months, U.S. cannabis testing labs are still doing a brisk business, even in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak. Staff at some labs have voiced concerns over a potential lack of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as masks, gloves and goggles, as well as sanitization supplies. Should any such labs be forced to close as a result of the outbreak, many states could experience serious delays and other issues with their cannabis supply. Labs have been taking protective steps like staggering workers’ shifts and implementing additional sanitation measures to allow lab techs to maintain social distancing and hygiene practices.

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Despite layoffs and downsizing in the cannabis industry over recent months, U.S. cannabis testing labs are still doing a brisk business, even in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak.

New Brunswick liquor and cannabis stores screen for COVID-19 In the age of COVID-19, cannabis has become an essential item Could...

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