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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Untangling the Challenges of Testing for Marijuana Impairment
Addressing Overdose Risks: A Call for Workplace Support for Healthcare Workers
New research covering the years 2008 to 2019 reveals a troubling rise in drug overdose cases among healthcare workers. Nurses, social and behavioral healthcare workers, and healthcare support staff are facing increased risks, highlighting the urgent need for action.
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National Recovery-Friendly Workplace Toolkit Announced!
The Biden administration recently launched the Recovery-Ready Workplace initiative, along with an online hub, urging employers nationwide to actively support individuals in recovery from addiction. The program provides a toolkit for employers and endorses a model state law to incentivize businesses to become "recovery-friendly" workplaces. With over 20 million Americans in recovery, the initiative aims to combat discrimination faced by those seeking employment while presenting a mutually beneficial opportunity for both individuals and businesses.
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Small Businesses and the Benefits of a Drug-Free Workplace
In several states, businesses can receive workers' compensation premium discounts for implementing drug-free workplace programs. These states include: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, New York, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia.
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The Workplace and Fentanyl Awareness
But what if an overdose does happen in the workplace? Nearly 9% of occupational injury deaths in 2021 were contributed to workplace unintentional overdoses.
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Intelligent Fingerprinting for Drug Testing in the Workplace
Some workplaces in the UK are turning to a unique company with a fascinating new and noninvasive way to test for drugs in the workplace –Intelligent Fingerprinting.
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