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Louisville, KY 40272
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Click to download KY Title 915 | Chapter 001 | Regulation 060 dated 09/03/2024
Let Louisville Fire And Safety design a custom electronic security system that will keep your cannabis business safe, secure, and meet the strict requirements set forth by the 2024 Kentucky General Assembly. We install and service the top brands in the electronic security industry and stand behind them with 24 hour emergency service. Serving Louisville and the surrounding areas since 2002, you can be assured that we will be here long after the sale is made.
Our co-owner and lead installer Eric Cox has 31 years of field installation experience under his belt and can guide you through this process to ensure your facility meets Kentucky's stringent guidelines.
The Requirements For Cannabis Dispensaries Are Very Clear.
Requirements for Cannabis Security in Kentucky
Video Surveillance:
Video Retention: Operators must retain video recordings for a minimum of 60-days.
Exterior Video Coverage: All license types must ensure exterior video surveillance extends at least 20 feet off perimeter of facility.
Alarm Systems:
Types of Alarms: Operators must have a panic alarm (audible emergency) as well as a holdup alarm (silent).
Servicing Requirements: Alarms must be inspected monthly and serviced by an alarm vendor annually.
Security Floor Plan Design:
Limited-Access Areas: Operators must label limited-access areas within the facility on the floor plan design.
Security Equipment Room: The room(s) designated for security equipment must not be used for any other purpose.
Employee Management & Training:
Background Checks: All employees must undergo background checks.
Training Records: Employee training must be documented and recorded.
ID Badges: Operators are responsible for creating employee ID badges, which can be combined with access control keycards.
Additional Dispensary Requirements:
Product Display: Specific rules apply for displaying cannabis products for educational purposes, including security, signage, and product preservation.
Secret Shoppers: Dispensaries should be prepared for secret shoppers who will check compliance and standards.
Drive-Thrus: Dispensary drive-thrus are allowed.
B2C Delivery: Business-to-consumer delivery is allowed. Delivery vehicles must have locked cargo storage, an alarm system, and no external markings indicating cannabis. It is also recommended to have a cell phone for emergencies.
Miscellaneous Security Requirements:
Security Guards: While the state does not require security guards, some municipalities, such as Louisville, may have specific requirements (Kentucky does not require licenses for security guards).
Backup Power: Operators will need a backup generator or an UPS battery to comply with the requirement of providing 24-hours of backup power during a power outage.
Waste and Product Recall Plans: Operators must submit a plan for waste management and product recalls.
Why do Kentucky dispensaries require so much security?
The black market for cannabis is VERY Lucrative. Therefore, it's crucial to enlist the help of professional security installers. This is NOT a job that you should go the DIY route. The visible presence alone of professionally installed security equipment (video surveillance, access control readers, and intrusion alarm panels) is indispensable both inside and outside the premises as it significantly deters the likelihood of criminal activity.