As medical and recreational marijuana gain legal ground in more states, employers are taking a fresh look at their nationwide drug and alcohol policies. Yet, despite shifts in state-level regulations, marijuana retains its federal Schedule I classification. This introduces safety concerns for employers, as employees using marijuana could potentially arrive at work impaired,...
Untangling the Challenges of Testing for Marijuana Impairment
Testing for marijuana impairment is like navigating a maze – it's tricky, and the rules aren't as straightforward as they are for alcohol.
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Changes in Testing for Marijuana in the Workplace
While some states may be reclassifying marijuana in their drug testing, a drug-free workplace policy's purpose is to help keep employees safe. Employers should review any new statutes and news for their state and, with legal counsel, adjust their policies accordingly.
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41,000 Truck Drivers Test Positive for Marijuana
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 2021. From 2020 to 2022, more than 100,000 truck drivers tested positive for marijuana, but less than half of these drivers completed the return-to-work process.
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New Workplace Impairment Webinar
Check out our new workplace impairment webinar featuring great information for employers faced with documenting reasonable suspicion of substance use.
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How Legal Marijuana Can Affect Your Small Business
CBS Small Business Pulse | Laurie Jo Miller Farr | September 17, 2017
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How Legal Marijuana Can Affect Your Small Business
Marijuana laws are changing state by state and blurring the lines in the workplace. Small business owners can add legal medical marijuana use, and in some cases, recreational marijuana use to a...- 1
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