Abstract
Background: The decriminalisation of cannabis for private use in South Africa workplace has been associated with controversy since 2018. Purpose: The purpose of this article was to explore employees’ interpretation of the Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill of 2020. Method: This article adopted qualitative research and collected data through document analysis. Results: Employees who singularly apply their rights to use cannabis and disregard the requirements of the Occupational Health Act of 1993, are at risk of losing their employment. Conclusion: Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill of 2020 does not protect employees against the application of the Occupational Health Act of 1993 by employers.
| Original language | English |
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| Article number | 236237 |
| Journal | Journal of Drug and Alcohol Research |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2023 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Cannabis for private purposes
- Drugs policy
- Employees
- Occupational health act
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