Workplace Drug Testing Laws in Tennessee
The following information is based on the provisions outlined in the Tennessee voluntary law for a Drug-Free Workplace – T.C.A. 50-6-418, 50-9-100 et. seq., and 50-6-110.
In the state of Tennessee, many employers adopt a drug-free workplace program to receive a discount on their workers' compensation insurance premiums. Employers who adopt this program are required to follow the notice, education, and procedural requirements outlined in the program guidelines. This includes the requirement to notify all employees that refraining from working while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a condition of employment.
Per the workplace drug testing laws in Tennessee, if an injured employee refuses to submit to a drug and alcohol test, he or she will forfeit eligibility for workers' compensation medical and indemnity benefits.
The following information does not apply to DOT-regulated drug testing. Government employers who fall under provisions of the DOT should conduct further research to ensure compliance with relevant employment drug testing laws.
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Tennessee Drug Testing Compliance
Tennessee Drug Testing Laws Without Restrictions
| Drug Test Issue | Remarks |
|---|---|
| Recreational Marijuana | Since recreational marijuana is not legal in Tennessee, employers may test for it as they do for other drugs, and take actions if the test comes back positive. |
| Medical Marijuana | Tennessee law allows patients with specific medical conditions to possess CBD oil that contains less than 0.9% of THC. Workplace drug testing laws in Tennessee do not offer protections for medical marijuana users. |
| Random Testing | Allowed under the Tennessee drug-free workplace program, but is not required. |
| Workers Comp | Employers who establish a drug-free workplace program may receive a 5% discount on their workers' compensation insurance premiums. |
| Substances Screened | Tennessee drug tests may screen for illegal drugs, controlled substances, and alcohol. Employers must screen for specific substances to qualify for the Tennessee drug-free workplace program. |
Conditional Tennessee Drug Testing Laws
| Drug Test Issue | Remarks |
|---|---|
| Laboratories | All Tennessee drug tests must be conducted using a CAP or SAMHSA-certified laboratory. |
| Specimens Tested | Tennessee drug testing laws allow the use of tissues, fluids, or other human body products that can detect the presence of alcohol, drugs, or their metabolites as specimens. If an employee is unable to provide a urine sample, oral fluid may be used as an alternative. |
| Testing for Alcohol | An employer in Tennessee is allowed to test employees for alcohol use as part of their drug-free workplace policy. However, the tests must be confirmed with a device on the NHTSA conforming product list. Non-safety employees can only be alcohol-tested when there is a reasonable suspicion. |
Tennessee Drug Testing Laws With Restrictions
| Drug Test Issue | Remarks |
|---|---|
| Instant or POCT Testing | Prohibited under voluntary Tennessee employee drug testing laws. |
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This Information Is Not Intended for Legal Purposes
The information provided on this page is intended for your own knowledge, and should not be used for legal matters. Please seek the advice of a legal expert regarding legal advice for drug testing laws in your state.