In the camp that opposes the legalization of family cultivation of marijuana, the Richmond Foundation stated that family cultivation of marijuana may lead to accidental poisoning of children

In the camp that opposes the legalization of family cultivation of marijuana, the Richmond Foundation stated that this could lead to accidental poisoning of children.

Although uncommon, the fact that the presence of cannabis plants, products, and waste in the home increases the risk that children, pets, or unsuspecting adults may inadvertently consume cannabis and have harmful effects.

It is more likely to consume retail cannabis after purchase. But personal cultivation means that families may accumulate large amounts of cannabis.

According to data from the National Environmental Health Cooperation Center of Canada (a publicly funded organization), data from 91 cases and hospital admissions from the US Poison Center show that children ingested hashish, which is more common than cannabis food, for example Cookies or candies:

"This may be because, as the author speculates, hemp is similar in appearance to chocolate, or it may reflect other factors such as the use of child-safe packaging in commercial food and the diligence of adults in storing food products that are attractive (makes They are not easily available), and the general curiosity of children (for example, putting non-food in their mouths). Pets may also be similarly affected.

Public education is essential to shaping a safe cannabis culture, and one of its components is to encourage safe and thoughtful management of cannabis, related products and waste in the home environment.

Personal cultivation may increase the amount of cannabis in the waste stream. For example, Health Canada had previously recommended mixing discarded medical marijuana with water, mixed with cat litter, and then discarding it in a trash can. However, depending on the scale of individual production in the community, it may be necessary to provide alternative disposal options.

Avoid accidental poisoning. Treat all cannabis products as harmful to children and pets, even those that are not considered particularly attractive (e.g., unfinished joints). Create a dedicated growth space with controlled access (ie, sturdy Locks and other security measures, such as alarms) Label cannabis products and store them in a locked cabinet or container. Prepare information on poison control or emergency situations on hand to help you suspect cannabis poisoning immediately