Safe Storage of Cannabis
Safe Storage of Cannabis
To Reduce Health-Related Risks
If you keep cannabis and cannabis products at your home, it’s important to store it away from children and pets. Just like any prescription medication or household chemicals, cannabis and edibles must be kept secure and out of reach of those who might be harmed by exposure.
If a child accidentally eats cannabis in any form, immediately contact a medical professional or call the poison control hotline at 1-800-222-1222. If the reaction seems more severe, call 911 or go to an emergency room right away.
Contact your vet immediately if your pet has ingested a cannabis-containing product.
Safe Storage Checklist
Please make sure your cannabis is:
In child-safe packaging
In its original packaging
In a clearly labeled container
In a locked cabinet or lockbox
Safety for Children
Safe storage for households with children
Cannabis products can look tempting to young children. It important that parents or guardians safely store cannabis out of reach of children.
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- Store all cannabis in child-safe containers.
- It is always best to keep cannabis in child-resistant packaging.
- Make sure containers are resealed after use.
- A lockbox is a good way to make sure so you are the only person who can get to your cannabis.
- Store cannabis in a place that is out of sight to children.
As the popularity of edibles grows, it has become more common for children to accidently consume cannabis.
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- Edibles are foods (usually baked goods or candy) or drinks that contain cannabis. They often look exactly like regular cookies, brownies, chocolate, or gummies.
- If you keep cannabis edibles in your home, find a secure place to keep them.
Signs of cannabis poisoning in children
Symptoms of accidental cannabis poisoning include:
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- Problems walking or sitting up
- Difficulty breathing
- Becoming sleepy
If a child accidentally eats cannabis in any form, immediately contact a medical professional or call the poison control hotline at 1-800-222-1222.
If the reaction seems more severe, call 911 or go to an emergency room right away.
Safety for Pets
Safe storage for households with pets
Keep all forms of cannabis, medical or recreational, out of reach of your pet. Since pets have a good sense of smell, they may be tempted to eat candies, chips, chocolates, baked items, and cannabis flower (buds).
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- Consider storage in sealed containers (reduce smell) and in locked upper cabinets (closer to the ceiling) when not in use.
- If you are smoking, keep pets in a separate and well-ventilated room (or outside), away from the smoke.
Signs of cannabis toxicity in pets
The most commons signs of cannabis toxicity in pets include:
- Disorientation
- Dilated pupils
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Dribbling urine
- Seizures
- Vomiting
- Tiredness
If you notice suspicious behavior in your pet and cannabis exposure is a possibility, contact an emergency veterinary service by phone, and take your pet to a veterinary hospital immediately.
Bring any remaining cannabis product and the label (or a clear picture of the label) with you, if possible. Make sure it is safely and securely stored during transit*. Having the label and some of the product may make it easier to correctly diagnose your pet and provide the appropriate treatment.
*Please do not cross state lines with cannabis as it is currently illegal federally.