Here are some steps that will increase effectiveness of a drug free workplace program that we have seen and heard over the recent years. HAVE A DRUG AND ALCOHOL WORKPLACE PROGRAM. First and most importantly an employer should have a drug and alcohol free workplace program. It is the only way to try to keep […]

There is no conclusive evidence that marijuana helps with chronic pain and PTSD. So states a 20-year study. Why are we highlighting this study that can be found here? We want to make employers and the public aware of the dangers resulting from making it legal. If the substance does not do what is alleged […]

Medical marijuana in the workplace should not cause panic in the minds of employers. Prior to July 17, 2017 we would have told you that there was not a court in the land that prevented an employer from terminating an employee who was under the current influence of marijuana in the workplace. A recent Massachusetts […]

Inspect what you expect when it comes to the type of person you bring into your workforce. We think it is crucial that you avoid people who are currently using illegal substances. That means drug testing on a pre-employment basis. Also crucial is assuring that employees are not using illegal drugs particularly if they operate […]

An MRO should be an integral part of any drug testing program. In a previous blog post we talk about the importance of an MRO. The major reason this employer was forced to pay $1.8 million was a violation of the Washington Law Against Discrimination act. Our purpose in writing this blog is to highlight […]