(A) PROHIBITED DRUGS are defined as illegal substances, including controlled substances as defined in the Controlled Substance Act (21 U.S.C. §§ 801 et seq. and 21 C.F.R. §§ 1308.11 through 1308.15) and prescription controlled substance which have not been prescribed by a licensed physician or dentist for specific treatment purposes for the employee. Abuse of prescription or over-the-counter drugs will also be treated as a substance abuse problem under this subchapter.
(B) The use of marijuana, in any form, by a town employee, even in a state, country or territory where marijuana may be legal, remains prohibited by the rules set forth by the town. The presence of any detectable amount of THC in an employee’s system is strictly prohibited. Any employee who has a positive test for THC will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including discharge.
(C) This subchapter prohibits the illegal use, sale, transfer, distribution, possession, or unlawful manufacture of narcotics, drugs, or other controlled substances while on the job or on town premises (including vehicles used for town business). These include, but are not limited to, marijuana, cocaine, crack, PCP, heroin, LSD, amphetamines, hallucinogens, and barbiturates. Any illegal substances found on such premises will be turned over to the state police and may lead to criminal prosecution.
(Ord. 2013-3, passed 5-14-2013) Penalty, see § 10.99