No images? Click here 2022 Revised Employer ToolkitAdult use of marijuana is now legal in New Jersey. The DDW toolkit has been revised to help employers comply with recent changes affecting their workplace policies and procedures.USE PASSWORD "ddw123" Bimonthly News Update MUST READ: N.J. panel will soon release weed rules to determine if workers are high on the job The state agency regulating the burgeoning New Jersey cannabis industry is close to releasing guidelines for employers who suspect employees are high on the job, its executive director said Thursday. Healthcare insurers are used to dealing with claims for reimbursement by hospitals, providers, and patients. Medical marijuana treatment provides another vehicle for such claims Mounting evidence points to a widespread increase in mental health issues, domestic abuse, alcohol consumption and substance use as we all struggle to cope with the fallout from a global pandemic. The NYPD is reviewing its marijuana testing policies after being ordered by the city to stop randomly testing employees for the drug, police officials said. Doctors and lawmakers in California want cannabis producers to warn consumers of this and other health risks on their packaging labels and in advertising, similar to requirements for cigarettes. Medical marijuana has been legal, in the District of Columbia, since 2010. And since 2015, the City has permitted adults to use marijuana recreationally. Earlier this month, the City Council went further by unanimously passing a bill to protect many marijuana users against adverse job actions. Click the button below to receive your complimentary updates and become a Drugs Don't Work in NJ member We encourage you to share this bimonthly news update with your colleagues and business associates to stay informed on the issues regarding establishing and maintaining a drug-free workplace. UPCOMING LEARING SERIES WEBINARS: |