The biggest issue for states is that marijuana remains a federally scheduled, illicit drug. Federal legalization of marijuana would virtually eliminate all employer protection in hiring.
Because a growing number of states and the District of Columbia have legalized “medical” and recreational marijuana, it’s important for employers to be aware of the possible impact of marijuana to their business and identify and implement strategies to mitigate risk
Marijuana remains a Schedule I drug because it has no accepted medical value and has a high potential for addiction. There is no scientifically documented benefit for the use of crude marijuana for any medical purpose.
You’ve seen them everywhere and perhaps even used one yourself. Electronic cigarettes, looking like regular cigarettes, have become the latest smoking-related trend. The slim, metal e-cigarette holds liquid nicotine that, when heated into a vapor, can be inhaled.
CBD (Cannabidiol) is one of hundreds of naturally occurring cannabinoids found in the cannabis sativa plant from which hemp and marijuana are derived. Though CBD is found in marijuana, it is not intoxicating. There are many unanswered questions about the science, safety, and quality of products containing CBD.
Not approved by food and drug administration (FDA)...
The most recent report from the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) provided data that in 2022, approximately 41,000 truck drivers tested positive for marijuana, a 32 % increase from...
The National Drug Free Workplace Alliance has shared a new resource on reducing stigma of substance use recovery in workplaces. Workplaces provide an important role in helping employees battling against...
Workplace education is essential! It is important for employers to regularly promote the policy and program of their drug free workplace so that all employees are fully aware of the...