Chemical/Pesticide Exposure for Cannabis Growers
For cannabis growers, their product isn’t the most dangerous substance around. While growing and handling their products, growers in the cannabis industry can be exposed to a variety of chemicals and irritants, such as:
- Pesticides
- Carbon dioxide
- Mold
- Yeast
- Fungi
When they come into contact with irritants like pesticides or mold, growers in the cannabis industry may experience health issues ranging from chemical burns to asthma symptoms. In some cases, extreme or frequent exposure to irritants or chemicals can lead to permanent eye, nose, or throat damage. Additionally, exposures also put cannabis growers at an increased risk of respiratory diseases, kidney and liver problems, and certain cancers.
Exposures to chemicals and irritants can also occur at other stages of cannabis production process, including extraction, distribution, transportation, and at warehouses or laboratories where cannabis products are made or manufactured. To learn more about other risks that may impact your clients in the cannabis industry, contact us.
At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we help agents find homes for their cannabis industry clients or other clients in high-risk industries. We provide Workers’ Compensation coverage to businesses in need, no matter the risk, and help agents find the best PEO coverage and savings for their insured. To learn how we can help you find coverage for your cannabis industry clients, email quotes@peobrokersnetwork.com to receive a quote.
