Vermont Drug Testng Laws
Vermont has framework for drug testing employees, emphasizing the rights and protections of workers. The Vermont Fair Employment Practices Act and the specific statutes under Title 21 outline the legal landscape for drug and alcohol testing in the state.
Marijuana in Vermont: Recreational marijuana use is legal in Vermont. However, employers are not required to accommodate its use in the workplace. Medical marijuana is also legalized and regulated separately.
For in-depth information, one can refer to the Vermont Fair Employment Practices Act and the provisions on drug testing in Title 21.
Drug Testing Issue | Status | Comments |
---|---|---|
Instant or POCT Testing | Allowed, with conditions | Must be in line with Vermont Fair Employment Practices Act. |
Drug Panels | Not Specifically Detailed | Subject to employer's policy. |
Laboratory | Required | Only labs certified by the SAMHSA. |
Medical Review Officer (MRO) | Required | For interpreting and verifying test results. |
Random Testing | Restricted | Mainly for safety-sensitive positions. |
Post-Accident | Allowed, with conditions | Employer must have probable cause. |
Reasonable Suspicion | Allowed | Based on documented evidence. |
Oral Fluids | Not Specifically Detailed | At discretion of the employer. |
Hair Testing | Not Specifically Detailed | At discretion of the employer. |
Unemployment Denial | Possible | In case of violation of employer's drug-free policy. |
Workers Comp Premium Reduction | Not Available | Vermont does not offer this incentive. |
Intoxication Defense | Allowed | Employers can refute workers' comp claims if injury due to drug impairment. |
Medical Marijuana | Allowed | For registered patients. |
Recreational Marijuana | Allowed, with workplace restrictions | Not permitted during working hours or on employer's premises. |
Report Driver DOT Positives | As per federal standards | Adherence to Federal DOT regulations. |
General Statute | Vermont Fair Employment Practices Act | A cornerstone for workplace drug testing in Vermont. |
- Answered by: Andrew David Easler, Esq.
- Published: 11/03/2023
- Updated: 11/03/2023
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