Florida’s medical cannabis industry is growing rapidly, creating new security challenges for dispensaries throughout the state. Not only do you have to protect your inventory against theft, but you also have to follow strict regulations related to the purchasing, storage, promotion, and distribution of cannabis. Pye-Barker Fire & Safety offers custom dispensary security solutions to help you manage risk and protect your assets.
After reading this guide, you should have a better understanding of these cannabis dispensary security topics:
- Understanding the security needs of cannabis dispensaries
- Key components of an effective dispensary security plan
- Advanced security technologies for cannabis businesses
- Compliance with Florida state regulations
Learn how to protect your dispensary with a robust security system designed by Pye-Barker Fire & Safety.
Key Components of an Effective Dispensary Security Plan
To protect high-value inventory and keep your employees safe, you need a comprehensive cannabis security plan. Your security system should have the following components:
Employee training: Employees are one of the most important components of an effective security system. However, they need training to identify potential threats and understand what to do when those threats present themselves.
Surveillance: Video surveillance allows you to keep an eye on your business even when you’re not there. Advanced surveillance systems offer remote access, making it easy to check on your dispensary whether you’re down the street or states away. You can also store surveillance footage in the cloud.
Access control: Access control systems allow you to control who has access to each part of your business. For example, you can create several levels of employee access, limiting the number of people who can enter secure areas of your dispensary.
Alarm systems: Comprehensive alarm systems detect threats and deter would-be criminals from entering your property. An alarm system typically includes motion detectors, smart locks, window-break alarms, and surveillance cameras.
Advanced Security Technologies for Cannabis Businesses
Previously, industry professionals relied on manual processes to keep their dispensaries secure. Thanks to technological advancements, it’s much easier to develop comprehensive cannabis dispensary security plans. Pye-Barker has always been ahead of the curve, so we offer cloud-based surveillance and AI-powered analytics to help you keep your business secure.
Cloud-based surveillance allows you to monitor your dispensary without purchasing expensive video storage equipment, reducing your overall operational costs. With a cloud-based system, you can also use remote monitoring for extra peace of mind. Artificial intelligence helps us make accurate threat predictions, increasing the effectiveness of our security plans.
Compliance With Florida State Regulations
According to Title XXIX Chapter 381 of the 2024 Florida Statutes, dispensaries must follow these regulations:
- Maintain a “fully operational” security system
- Install cameras at all entrances and exits
- Retain surveillance footage for at least 45 days
- Display the time and date on all recorded images
- Install cameras in grow rooms, storage rooms, point-of-sale rooms, and other controlled areas
Pye-Barker can help you maintain compliance by analyzing your operation and designing a custom security system to meet your dispensary’s needs.
Why Choose Pye-Barker Fire & Safety
You can rely on us for expert knowledge of the cannabis industry and its security-related challenges. In addition to extensive expertise, we offer exceptional customer service and know how to use advanced technology to make your premises more secure.
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