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Who Needs It (And Who Doesn’t)?

Required for:
- Budtenders
- Grow techs
- Kitchen/processors
- Drivers/transporters
Not required for:
- Patients
- Commercial license holders
- Volunteers not handling cannabis (clarify carefully)

📌 Tip box: “If you touch product, check IDs, or log sales—you need a license.”

How Long It Lasts + Renewal

Valid for 1 year
Must be renewed before expiration
Renewal reminder best practice: 60–90 days in advance
Must remain employed by a licensed business to stay valid

📄 Download: Renewal Tracker Sheet (PDF or Google Sheet)

What Happens If You Don’t Have One

Working without a license = violation for both you and the business
May lead to:
- Fines
- Loss of job
- Business penalties or shutdowns
OMMA audits check employee license logs

📊 Quiz idea: “What’s the risk?” multiple-choice scenarios

Knowledge Check Quiz (5 Questions)

Example Questions:

Who needs an OMMA employee license?
How long is the license valid once issued?
What are two consequences of working without a license?
When should you start your renewal process?
True or False: You only need a license if you're a manager.

✅ End-of-Module Summary

Every worker in a licensed cannabis business must have an OMMA employee license
It's your responsibility to apply, renew, and keep it active
This license protects you, your employer, and the entire business

📥 Call to Action: “Ready to apply? Start Module 2: Eligibility & Requirements”