The 'Highs' and Lows of Enforcing Drug-Free Workplace Policies and the Impact of Marijuana Legalization on the Construction Industry
Wednesday, Aug 9, 2017, 3:00-4:15 PM ET / 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM PT
Description
Close to 30 states have legalized medical marijuana and several have passed laws permitting the use and sale of marijuana for recreational purposes. The passage of these new laws have left employers confused as to what they need to do to accommodate these new laws in the workplace. How should my policies and procedures be altered for adherence to the new laws? Can I terminate an employee who holds a medical marijuana card for testing positive for marijuana? What accommodations must I make for those with medical marijuana cards? This webinar will discuss the new laws, what they mean for employers, and the changes that will need to occur in your company in order to comply. By the end of the webinar, you will have a clear understanding of the policies and procedures that will need to be established and a strategy for rolling out the changes in your organization.
Learning Objectives
After attending this session, participants will be able to:
- Discuss best practices for enacting and enforcing drug-free workplace policies and procedures.
- Explain updates in recreational and medical marijuana legislation and how it impacts drug-free workplace policies.
- Identify how to avoid liability for substance abuse testing and comply with OSHA.
Presenters: Kathryn Gray, Attorney, Ogletree Deakins
Level & Prerequisites
This is a group-internet based program at the Overview Level. No prerequisites or advanced preparation required.
CPE information
This webinar grants 1.5 CPE credits in the field of Personnel/HR to eligible participants.
Who should attend?
CCOs, Controllers, Project Managers, Human Resource Personnel, In-house counsel, Risk management professionals
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