“Under the influence” means (1) the presence of any detectable amount of an illegal drug or its metabolites which equal or exceed established levels demonstrated by a verified positive drug test result; or (2) behavior, appearance, speech, or bodily odors that lead a manager to reasonably suspect that the employee is impaired by illegal drugs or is using illegal drugs during work time or on College property.
“Illegal drugs” includes: (1) controlled substances as defined in the federal Controlled Substances Act; (2) marijuana/cannabis and marijuana/cannabis-infused products, cannabidiol (CDB) products and substances with a concentration of more than 0.3% TETRAHYDROCANNABINOT (THC), cannabis oil with a concentration of more than 0.3% THC, lower-potency hemp edibles, hemp-derived consumer products, other hemp derived intoxicants, synthetic cannabinoids, including but not limited to, delta-8 THC, delta-10 THC, and Spice/K2, and other marijuana/cannabis products as defined under state law; and (3) psilocybin and other psychedelic drugs. These substances are prohibited under this policy regardless of whether state or local law has otherwise legalized, permitted, or decriminalized their use for recreational/adult and/or medical purposes. “Illegal drugs” also include prescription medication not used by the employee for whom it was prescribed in accordance with its instructions.
The unlaw distribution or use of drugs and alcohol on the College’s campus, at College-sponsored events, or in the performance of College-related duties is strictly prohibited. Violations of this policy are considered a serious offense and will be subject to disciplinary actions up to and including immediate termination of employment and/or referral for prosecution.