Real Cases Real Solutions: Managing Impairing Prescription Medications in the Workplace

In safety-sensitive workplaces, ensuring the safety and well-being of employees is paramount, especially when it comes to managing the use of prescription drugs in the workplace. This case explores a scenario where an employee's use of a prescription medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) posed a challenge due to company policy. By examining this case, we aim to provide comprehensive insights into managing impairing medications effectively, ensuring both safety and compliance. 

OEMAC’s 2025 Position on Cannabis Use in Safety-Sensitive and Decision-Critical Work

The Occupational and Environmental Medical Association of Canada (OEMAC) has released an updated 2025 position statement addressing the implications of cannabis use in the workplace - specifically within safety-sensitive and decision-critical roles. These roles require high cognitive function and judgment, and impairment can lead to serious safety, performance, or interpersonal consequences.