Question

Which statement best describes random drug and alcohol testing in the workplace? ( under canadian law system)
a. Employers may conduct random drug and alcohol test at any time.
b. It is permitted only if the employer can prove both a dangerous workplace and an enhanced
risk.
c. Employers may conduct random drug and alcohol test in any industrial setting.
d. It is not permitted under any circumstances.

Answer 1

Correct answer is b. It is permitted only if the employer can prove both a dangerous workplace and an enhanced
risk.

A random drug and alcohol testing is only justifiable if the employer is able to show that the workplace is highly dangerous and this dangerous nature of the workplace possesses increased risk upon employees