Although recreational and medical marijuana laws are cropping up all across the country, employers should remain vigilant to avoid safety issues. Quest Diagnostics 2021 Drug Testing Index indicates notable trends, such as higher rates of positivity in individuals tested after on-the-job accidents. The increase in post-accident tests for marijuana has outpaced those in pre-employment tests. With societal attitudes toward marijuana shifting, employers of those in safety-sensitive positions must continue to do their part to test for the drug.
