We have frequently written about the danger of having medical marijuana users in safety sensitive positions in your workforce. We are very concerned about employees using this drug and then being on the job in a safety position. When it comes to marijuana, we want to encourage employers to take steps to protect their workforce […]

Have you ever considered that your drug testing program could save a life? Many think that workplace drug testing programs provide the means to justify firing an employee who is performing poorly. Nothing could be farther from the truth. It’s true that some companies attempt to use drug testing as a way to dismiss unproductive […]

Unfortunately, many employers commit drug testing mistakes that can be avoided with simple preventative measures. In one recent instance  , a CATS (Capital Area Transit System) comptroller was fired after failing a drug test. The individual initiated a lawsuit claiming the employer retaliated against them for reporting issues like financial mismanagement. Furthermore, the employee claims […]

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 […]