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A . 27. That is for -each city to decide. for itself:. Bedause turrently, there are no devices or blood tests available that measure m4rijii4na impairu*9t, and bec.auso. a best practice apprbAch for Non -DOT marijuana drug testing -is -t*d*base testing on behavioral observations, some employers are explud-m-ig- marijuana. from their*pre-pmpIpymentNbn-D-0T drug screens. Some states even prohibit -an employer empld from refusingto hire -an applicatitsimply becausp,of a positive drug test, O but Minnesota is eurrently:not one ofthese states atthis time. Any city that chooses to continue to test for THC for Non -DOT positions must bezwafd of the f4# that -these: substances may remain in an indfviduaPs system for weeks after the impairing effect of the drug has worn off. Thus) itwill be,difficult; if notimpossible, to determine whether -the: positive test indicates usage in violation of the cityV.drvg-fte.e:WqrWace -policy or indicates lawful usage during an employee's -time -off -from work. Cities should consult with their pity attorneys prior to taking any action -based upon a positive drug.test.for THC. Return to -top Af-page Your LMC Resource Research & Information. Service -A-aff members are ready to help you apply their broad knowledge.tQthe 'lss.ues.yo&r.e dealing.withtoday. Access onfin-e-form to submit a question, or call us'. (651) 281-1.200 or (800) 925-1122