Drug Testing Employees in the Light of the Sky-High Use of Cannabis

Join Attorney Jeff Risch of Amundsen Davis LLC to learn how employers can better manage the increase use of Cannabis amongst their workforce and applicant pool.  This presentation will cover dealing with various drug testing scenarios (including pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing) across many industries, including Manufacturing, Construction, Transportation and Healthcare.  This 90-minute webinar will help employers maintain a safer workforce while also balancing the need to employ quality workers.  Topics will include:

  • Differentiating between the different forms of cannabis that can have very different effects on the mind and body.
  • Impact of Use and Impairment.
  • Reasonable suspicion drug testing processes.
  • Navigating potential limitations on Disciplining or Discharging Employees for Off-Duty Consumption.
  • What can/can’t employers do with respect to Drug Testing and Prohibiting an Employee from Working Under the Influence.
  • Can employers take disciplinary action against employees based on a positive drug test if they exhibit symptoms of marijuana impairment?
  • Best practices forward.