This article  from Australia piqued our interest as it discusses the relationship between drugs and fatal crashes. According to data from ACT Policing, about 50% of drivers involved in fatal accidents were under the influence of drugs. 70% of these cases involved the use of cannabis. Alcohol and methamphetamine were also involved in many incidents. […]

Considering the prevalence of marijuana in the workplace, employers should review their drug-free policies and continue to test for marijuana in all positions deemed safety-sensitive. SESCO Management Consultants have written an excellent article summarizing the steps employers should take in reviewing their drug free workplace programs. SESCO officials express concern that marijuana continues to be […]

What are the important steps after receiving a drug test result? Not complying with your responsibilities as an employer can spell legal trouble. We always tell clients that their number one priority should be complying with local and state laws when it comes to drug testing programs . Additionally, it’s important to obtain the advice […]

With cannabis usage becoming more widespread, employers must revisit workplace drug policies. This Philadelphia Inquirer article we came across  nicely summarizes important issues employers need to consider regarding cannabis usage. We’ve included several of our prior blog posts in this article so readers can explore this issue in greater detail. In the Inquirer article, author […]