119 - The Abcs of CBD and Medical Cannabis in the Workplace
Sunday, April 27, 2025
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM CT
Location: Lone Star Salon G
Claim 1.0 CME
The growing use of cannabis for medical purposes has become a global trend, presenting new challenges for workplace safety management, especially in safety-sensitive roles. Many workplaces are still unprepared to effectively assess and manage the risks associated with medical cannabis use. Although research is gradually advancing, with some guidelines and publications available, a deeper understanding of impairment risks is urgently needed. This session will explore key distinctions between CBD and THC, as well as the differences between medical and recreational cannabis. We will also discuss strategies to mitigate workplace risks associated with cannabis use. Attendees will gain insights from the latest research on medical cannabis, helping them develop the strategies necessary to assess risks of impairment, and at times safely accommodate workers using cannabis for medical purposes.
*Cannabis is a new and evolving topic. In this session, Dr. Snider- Adler will help facilitate engagement with the topic without advocating for, or promoting, practices that are not, or not yet adequately based on current science, evidence, and clinical reasoning.
Learning Objectives:
Explain the differences between CBD, THC, and Medical vs. Recreational Cannabis - Attendees will be able to differentiate between CBD and THC, and understand the distinctions between medical and recreational cannabis, with an emphasis on their respective impacts in the workplace.
Recognize and Address the Risks of Cannabis-Related Impairment in Safety-Sensitive Roles - Participants will learn about the latest research on cannabis impairment and the specific risks it poses to individuals in safety-sensitive positions, enhancing their ability to identify and manage these risks.
Develop and Implement Workplace Strategies to Safely Accommodate Medical Cannabis Use - Attendees will be equipped with strategies to mitigate cannabis-related risks and integrate current scientific findings into workplace policies and safety protocols.
