Free Cannabis Product Recall Plan Template – WAC 314-55 Washington Compliance

Free Cannabis Product Recall Plan Template (WAC 314-55 Compliance – Washington State)

If you operate a licensed cannabis producer or processor in Washington State, you are required to maintain a Cannabis Product Recall Plan as part of your regulatory compliance documentation.

Under WAC 314-55-225, Washington cannabis licensees must have procedures in place for identifying, managing, and reporting product recalls that may pose a risk to consumers.

When I was preparing compliance documentation for my own I-502 producer/processor license, I discovered that while this requirement is clearly outlined in the regulations, it’s surprisingly difficult to find a usable recall plan template online.

So I’m making one available here as a free Microsoft Word template for Washington cannabis license holders.

Free Download: Cannabis Product Recall Plan Template

Download the editable Word template below and customize it for your cannabis business.

Download:

📄 Cannabis Product Recall Plan Template (Microsoft Word)

This template allows you to quickly fill in:

• Company name
• WSLCB license number
• Recall coordinator
• Contact information
• Internal recall procedures

Why a Recall Plan Is Required in Washington

Washington cannabis regulations require licensees to have documented procedures for recalling products that may present a risk to consumers.

A recall may be necessary in situations such as:

• Detection of unapproved pesticides
• Pesticide levels above allowable limits
• Residual solvent levels exceeding regulatory thresholds
• Contamination or ingredients unfit for human consumption
• Other safety issues discovered after products have been distributed

Having a written recall plan ensures that licensees can respond quickly to protect consumers and coordinate with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB).

What This Recall Plan Template Includes

The template outlines a structured recall process including:

Recall Coordinator

Designation of a responsible individual within your company who manages the recall process.

Recall Investigation

Steps for investigating complaints or potential safety issues, including reviewing traceability data, lab results, and product distribution.

Notification Procedures

Procedures for promptly notifying:

• WSLCB enforcement officers
• Retailers or other recipients of affected product
• Consumers (when necessary)

Product Retrieval

Steps for identifying and retrieving affected products from the supply chain.

Product Remediation or Destruction

Coordination with WSLCB to determine whether recalled product must be:

• Remediated
• Salvaged
• Destroyed

Recall Tracking and Reporting

Maintaining records and providing progress updates to WSLCB until recall closure is approved.

Why I’m Hosting This Template

This Cannabis Product Recall Plan Template was originally shared as a courtesy resource by the Cannabis Farmers Council to assist Washington cannabis farmers with compliance.

However, when I went looking for the file online, I discovered that it was very difficult to find freely available.

The only place I was able to locate it was on a document subscription website (pdffiller.com) that required a paid subscription to access it.

Since this document was originally meant to help Washington cannabis licensees with compliance, I believe it should remain freely accessible to the industry.

As a licensed Washington State I-502 producer/processor, I’m hosting this Word version so other operators can easily access and customize it.

Who This Template Is For

This template may be useful if you are:

• A Washington cannabis producer
• A Washington cannabis processor
• A new I-502 license applicant
• Preparing compliance documentation
• Updating your standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Preparing for a WSLCB inspection or audit

Important Disclaimer

This template was originally provided by the Cannabis Farmers Council and reviewed by an LCB Compliance Officer.

However:

• It does not constitute legal advice
• It does not guarantee regulatory compliance
• Each cannabis business should review and adapt the document to fit its own operations

You may wish to consult a cannabis compliance professional or attorney before implementing it.

Supporting Washington Cannabis Operators

Navigating compliance in the regulated cannabis industry can be complex and time-consuming. Whenever possible, I try to share resources that make it easier for other Washington cannabis license holders to stay compliant.

If this template saves you time or helps your operation stay organized, feel free to share it with other licensed producers and processors.