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Failed Drug Test Leads to Removal

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApr 25, 2024 8:35 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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An Air Force mechanic was removed for a failed drug test. If he had made sure the testing office had current contact info, he might have been able to offer explanations to help him keep his job.

Consulting Outside Family Members on Pending Adverse Action Considered “Ex Parte” Communication

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithJan 9, 2023 1:43 PM | Updated: Dec 26, 2023 6:46 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

When an Air Force official testified at arbitration that he had consulted two family members about the fired employee’s defense, he threw a wrinkle into the agency’s case.

Should Federal Employees Have to Provide Hair Samples for Their Drug Tests?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 17, 2020 2:47 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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HHS has issued proposed drug testing guidelines for federal employees that include testing hair samples.

Air Force Warns Federal Employees Not to Use CBD Products

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 20, 2019 2:04 PM | Updated: Dec 9, 2019 2:01 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The Air Force issued a warning to federal employees and military members about the job risks associated with using CBD products.

Navy Says Use of Hemp, CBD Still Prohibited

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 11, 2019 4:52 PM | Updated: Aug 20, 2019 7:28 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Despite a new law legalizing hemp and CBD products, the Navy warned that it is still prohibiting use of these products.

It Wasn’t Me, It Was the Brownies!

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApr 2, 2019 10:11 AM | Updated: Dec 12, 2022 3:57 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

CBP removed an employee for a positive drug test, but he claimed he must have unwittingly eaten a laced brownie beforehand.

Bill Would Protect Federal Employees From Being Fired for Marijuana Use

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 19, 2019 9:11 AM | Updated: Mar 29, 2019 3:43 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

New legislation would protect the jobs of federal employees who legally use marijuana under state law.

Positive Drug Test Following Crane Accident Results in Removal

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithMay 30, 2018 4:19 PM | Updated: Jun 8, 2018 8:58 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Clipboard sitting on a desktop with the words 'drug tests results' and a red stamp across the top reading 'failed' indicating a positive drug test

A Navy supervisor whose team caused an accident resulting in $30,000 damage to a building failed the subsequent drug test and was removed as a result.

Documentation is Key for Federal Employees Taking Prescription Opioids

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Dec 14, 2017 4:23 PM | Updated: Dec 22, 2017 5:59 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Federal employees who take prescription opioids are facing tougher scrutiny. Here is important information to remember for mandatory drug testing.

Federal Employees Should Prepare for New Mandatory Opioid Drug Testing

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithOct 2, 2017 2:46 PM | Updated: Jan 14, 2025 9:15 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

New mandatory drug testing guidelines went into effect at the start of October to test for opioids that will affect a significant number of federal employees.

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