Substance Use, Abuse, and Testing: What TA Professionals Need to Know

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2022 Talent Conference
Attendees will receive an overview of current and pending laws that impact who, when, and for what you may test applicants and candidates for drugs or alcohol.

Join this interactive program as we look at the latest legislative trends, legal issues, and proactive practices for TA professions to help reduce the threat, harm, and deadly consequences of substance use and abuse, including: State trends to decriminalize substances other than marijuana; Restrictions on pre-employment/post offer substance testing and inquiries; The CDC’s guidance for employers; SAMHSA’s tips for deciding if you want to implement a workplace substance testing program; Workers’ Comp liability if drug addiction arises from a work-related injury; Courts’ opinions on employers’ liability for negligence or wrongful death in drug-related death which states are expanding laws to legalize or authorize ‘recreational” use of marijuana and other drugs; and what may be on the horizon. plus some practical tips, suggestions and questions to consider for updating your general and related workplace policies, programs and practices.

Learning Objectives:

  • Discover your business case for why, when and for whom you conduct substance testing and what laws might limit or restrict your ability to do so.
  • Hear proactive steps you can recommend to reduce your company's potential fiscal and legal liability.
Date(s) & Time(s): 
Monday, April 11, 2022 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Presenter: 

Christine V. Walters, JD, MAS, SHRM-SCP

Christine V.
Walters

Ms. Walters has more than 25 years’ combined experience in management, HR administration, employment law practice, and teaching.

She has presented at conferences across the country, been engaged as an expert witness, and testified before U.S. Congressional and state legislative committees on employment issues.

Her book, “From Hello to Goodbye: Proactive Tips for Maintaining Positive Employee Relations” is in its 2nd edition and has been one of the SHRMStore’s “Great 8” best-sellers for eight consecutive years.

Today, Ms. Walters works as an independent consultant doing business as FiveL Company, “Helping Leaders Limit their Liability by Learning the Law.”SM

 

 

Location: 
Red Rock 4-5
Session Type: 
Concurrent Session
Competency: 
Business (Behavioral)
People (Technical)
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