Health and Youth Protection Concept according to § 23 paragraph 6 for HerbalHub Social Club

Introduction

HerbalHub Social Club is committed to complying with all legal requirements in the area of health and youth protection. This concept describes the measures that will be taken

to meet the legal requirements according to § 23 paragraph 6 and to ensure that the health and well-being of our members, especially the youth, are protected.

1. Registration and Age Verification

1.1 Registration

• Each new member will be registered in the system and must provide complete information regarding their name, date of birth, address, and contact details (email and phone number).

• Registration takes place in person at the club upon presentation of a valid photo ID for age verification.

1.2 Age Verification

• Before final admission to the club, the age of each member will be carefully checked by our staff.

• Members under 18 years of age will not be admitted under any circumstances.

• Members between the ages of 18 and 21 are subject to special protection measures (see

  Section 3).

2. Documentation and Monitoring of Distribution

2.1 Distribution Documentation

• Every distribution of cannabis products will be documented through our system 420cloud. This includes recording the batch number and the quantities received by each member.

• The documentation also includes the type of products (flowers, hash, cuttings, seeds) and their THC content.

2.2 Quantity Monitoring

• Monthly consumption quantities will be documented separately for each member by type of cannabis.

• Our system checks in real-time whether the legal maximum quantities are being adhered to and prevents the distribution of quantities that would exceed them.

3. Special Protection Measures for Young People (18-21 Years)

3.1 Limited Quotas

• Members aged 18 up to and including 21 years may receive a maximum of 30g of cannabis per month.

• Products intended for this age group may not exceed a THC content of 10%.

3.2 System Controls

• Our system 420cloud only allows the addition of products to the cart that comply with the limited quotas and THC limits.

• The dispensing staff can only select products for distribution after age verification that meet legal requirements.

4. Staff Training

4.1 Training Program

• All employees receive regular training in health and youth protection.

• Training topics include legal requirements, internal policies, as well as interaction with and verification of members.

  
  

4.2 Responsibilities

• Employees are required to conduct age verification at each distribution and ensure that the documented quantities and products meet legal requirements.

• Violations of the guidelines will be internally reviewed and may result in disciplinary actions.

5. Health Promotion and Education

5.1 Information Materials

• We provide our members with comprehensive informational materials that educate about the risks and responsible use of cannabis products.

• Special informational brochures are aimed at adolescents and young adults to raise awareness about the specific risks of cannabis consumption at a young age.

  
  

5.2 Counseling

• Members have the option to receive individual counseling from qualified staff if needed.

• Regular workshops and informational events are offered to promote awareness of healthy and responsible cannabis use.

  
  

6. Monitoring and Evaluation

6.1 Regular Review

• Our health and youth protection concept is regularly reviewed and adjusted as needed to comply with new legal requirements and scientific findings.

• Feedback from members and staff is systematically collected and incorporated into the ongoing development of our concept.

6.2 Documentation and Reporting

• All measures and their implementation are documented in detail.

• Regular reporting to the relevant authorities is conducted to demonstrate compliance with legal requirements.

Supplement to the Health and Youth Protection Concept according to § 23 paragraph 6

Cooperation with External Institutions.

In order to meet the requirements of § 23 paragraph 4 sentence 2 and sentence 5, the HerbalHub Social Club collaborates with renowned addiction counseling centers and preventive institutions in Hamburg. These cooperations allow us to ensure that our members receive comprehensive and professional support and that legal requirements are met.

Cooperation Partners:

1. KODROBS Altona – jhj Hamburg e.V.

Address: Ottensener Hauptstraße 63, 22765 Hamburg

Phone: +49 40 390 57 57

Email: kodrobs-altona@jhj-hamburg.de

Services: The counseling center offers help with problems related to various addictive substances such as alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, and party drugs, as well as other addictions like eating disorders and gambling. They offer free, confidential, and anonymous counseling through a multi-professional team (jhj Hamburg e.V.).

2. Hamburg State Office for Addiction Issues e. V. (HLS)

Address: Burchardstraße 19, 20095 Hamburg

Phone: +49 40 30386555

Email: info@landesstelle-hamburg.de

Services: The HLS is the umbrella organization of more than 40 facilities and institutions for addiction assistance and prevention in Hamburg. They offer comprehensive counseling and prevention services and organize regular training and workshops (Landesstelle Hamburg).

3. Diakonie Hamburg – Addiction Counseling Centers

Address: Königstraße 54, 22767 Hamburg

Phone: +49 40 30620

Email: suchtberatung@diakonie-hamburg.de

Services: Diakonie Hamburg offers a wide range of addiction support services, including counseling for alcohol, drug, and medication dependency.

Goals of Collaboration

• Qualified Counseling and Prevention: By collaborating with these specialized institutions, we ensure that our members have access to qualified counseling and prevention services.

• Regular Training and Development: Our staff and members benefit from regular training and development sessions led by experts from the cooperating institutions.

• Anonymous and Confidential Support: Our members can be assured that they receive anonymous and confidential support that meets their individual needs.

Documentation and Evidence of Collaboration

The cooperation with the mentioned institutions is documented regularly. Reports on the training sessions, counseling, and preventive measures conducted will be created and submitted to the relevant authorities as needed to demonstrate compliance with legal requirements.

Through these cooperations, we ensure that the HerbalHub Social Club meets the highest standards in health and youth protection and that our members are supported responsibly and safely.

Through this comprehensive health and youth protection concept, HerbalHub Social Club ensures that legal requirements according to § 23 paragraph 6 are met and that our members are optimally protected.