Georgia State Drug Testing Laws
Workplace Drug Testing Issues – Georgia State Laws
These categories do not affect DOT-regulated drug testing. Government employers should always call for potential additional restrictions on employee drug testing.
The chart below applies to the Georgia Voluntary Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Workplace Drug Testing Laws in Georgia
| Drug Testing Issue |
Status |
Comments |
| Instant or POCT Testing |
Restricted |
For pre-employment only, non-negative results must be confirmed at Laboratory |
| Drug Panels |
See Comments |
5 or 10 panel - AMP-Amphetamines (including MAMP-Methamphetamine, MDMA-Ecstasy); COC-Cocaine: OPI-Opiates (including codeine, morphine and heroin); PCP-Phencyclidine; THC-Marijuana; BZO-Benzodiazepines BAR-Barbiturates; MTD-Methadone; PPX-Propoxyphene; and Meth u2013 Methaqualone. |
| Laboratory |
Certification required |
Certified by SAMHSA or approved by CAP |
| Medical Review Officer |
Required |
|
| Random Testing |
Permitted |
|
| Post-Accident |
Required |
|
| Reasonable Suspicion |
Required |
|
| Oral Fluids |
No restrictions |
|
| Hair Testing |
No restrictions |
|
| Unemployment Denial |
Yes |
34-8-194. Grounds for disqualification of benefits u2013 must follow Georgia Drug Free Workplace Program |
| Workers Comp Discount |
Yes |
7.5% discount |
| Intoxication Defense |
Yes |
Georgia HB 1505 |
| Medical Marijuana |
No |
On March 15, 2015, Georgia Legislature authorized the use of Cannabidiol (CBD) under strict guidelines. |
| Recreational Marijuana |
No |
Comments |
| Report Driver DOT Positives |
No |
|
| General Statute |
|
Voluntary Drug Free Workplace Act |
Voluntary Drug-Free Workplace Act –
Application for Workers Comp Discount
ARTICLE 11 -
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE PROGRAM
Unemployment Denial for positive drug test or refusal to test -
§ 34-8-194 - Grounds for disqualification of benefits
Intoxication Defense – Denial of Workers Compensation Claim -
§ 34-9-17 - Grounds for denial of compensation
This chart is intended for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for legal guidance. State
and local law vary greatly; therefore, you are advised to consult experienced legal counsel during the design
of your actual substance abuse testing program and with any questions that follow.
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