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Bernalillo County’s new policy treats cannabis like alcohol, ending testing for most city workers but exempting roles like deputies & drivers. via Marijuana Moment https://zurl.co/ZnvN6 This patchwork approach underscores the need for clear, consistent solutions, like ToxiTrace?, which can differentiate between recent cannabis use and past usage. Such precision is essential to balance workplace safety with the evolving legal landscape of cannabis.

With Ohio's legalization of recreational marijuana in 2023, employers face new challenges in navigating workplace drug policies. While the law provides flexibility, employer rights are protected under Ohio Revised Code 3780.35 and 3796.28. Workers can still be fired or disciplined for cannabis use, and employers are not required to accommodate legal possession on the job. via Ideastream Public Media https://zurl.co/lHjKO This creates complexities, such as balancing federal requirements, state legality, and employee privacy. ToxiTrace? offers a solution, providing precise, real-time detection of current THC use to help employers maintain fair and effective workplace safety standards.

In September, an arbitrator overturned the suspension of a Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Railway locomotive engineer after determining the employee was not impaired during work hours despite testing positive for cannabis metabolites in a post-incident urinalysis. The case stemmed from a March 2022 incident in which the engineer, J.D., failed to secure his train and underwent multiple drug tests. While both oral swab and breathalyzer results were negative for THC, the urinalysis detected cannabis metabolites from a cannabis candy consumed 16.5 hours before his shift. via DATAC - Drug and Alcohol Testing Association of Canada https://zurl.co/1lacH The ruling underscores a critical gap in traditional drug testing methods, which can detect past cannabis use but fail to differentiate impairment from residual presence. This discrepancy led to disciplinary action that was ultimately overturned, creating confusion for both the employer and employee. This case highlights the urgent need for ToxiTrace?, a rapid oral fluid test designed to detect active THC, the psychoactive component of cannabis, rather than non-impairing metabolites. By providing a fair and accurate measure of impairment, ToxiTrace? ensures clarity and equity for employers and employees alike.

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The cannabis available in Colorado dispensaries today has high concentrations of THC, much higher than ever available before. Researchers at the Colorado School of Public Health want consumers to be aware of the risks associated with its use. On Tuesday, the school launched a campaign, in partnership with Initium Health, called "The Tea on THC". It is focused on youth, young adults, parents and mentors, and pregnant moms. via CBS News https://zurl.co/SAM4Q

As the marijuana legalization movement has expanded—and psychedelics policy has increasingly entered the mainstream conversation—a new survey shows that Americans don’t view cannabis and LSD as harmful as they once did. “Perceptions of harm associated with substance use have been steadily softening for many years. This softening is apparent across most substances and age groups,” Carnevale Associates said. “Since perceived risk of harm is often considered a leading indicator of substance use trends, policymakers and practitioners should continue to monitor substance use trends closely.” via Marijuana Moment https://zurl.co/LaR7C

Charlie Fox, a three-story luxury marijuana dispensary opening in December at 719 Seventh Ave. in Manhattan, exemplifies a new trend in cannabis retail: high-end, boutique-style shops that mimic fashion boutiques or art galleries. As one of the estimated 60 licensed dispensaries in New York City, it highlights the expanding diversity in cannabis stores and products. This growth underscores the importance of awareness amid the rise of both legal and illegal dispensaries in the city. via New York Post https://zurl.co/3cWnr

Certain cannabis businesses in the state of New Jersey may be able to open consumption lounges in the new year, where customers can partake on-site. The Cannabis Regulatory Commission announced said it will accept applications from designated cannabis businesses on Jan. 2. via NJ Spotlight News https://zurl.co/AeWoQ

As marijuana legalization expands across the U.S., usage continues to rise, with retail cannabis sales surpassing $30 billion annually. However, today’s marijuana is far more potent than in decades past, thanks to modern cultivation techniques like hydroponics. THC concentrations are now up to 10 times higher than before, raising concerns about its effects on public health and workplace safety. In fact, workplace drug test positivity rates hit a 20-year high in 2022, highlighting the challenges employers face in maintaining a safe and compliant work environment. via The Portland Press Herald https://zurl.co/e6PKf ToxiTrace? offers a solution. It distinguishes Delta-9 THC (the active compound in marijuana) from its metabolites, enabling employers to identify recent marijuana use with confidence. Stay ahead of the curve and protect your workplace. Learn more about ToxiTrace? today! #WorkplaceSafety #DrugTesting #Marijuana