A survey that was recently run by car-buying website Instamotor asked a couple of questions about marijuana and its connection to the general lifestyle.
The survey found that nearly half of the weed users they polled stated that they sometimes attend work under the influence of cannabis.
The sample size of this poll was only 600 people, plus you have to factor in that this was only in the USA and in states where pot is legal, but it’s still true that 48% of users said they’d gone to work stoned, and 39% of them admitted to being high on the job at least once a week.
What’s even more surprising is that 50% of those who work stoned agreed that they would be terminated if they were found out, and yet 73% state that their job performance was improved when they went in high.
Of course, 600 people is not really, a tremendous majority – this does not mean that half of all cannabis smokers are stoned on the job.
And to be clear, I love weed and I smoke it myself, but under no circumstances should a person be ‘high’ while doing something that requires their full attention, like driving or using heavy machinery, or doing anything else for that matter that could injure them or someone else.
Stay Sober
As Instamotor says, it’s vital to keep in mind that even if you don’t get caught at work today, driving to work high is illegal, smoking in your car is illegal even in places where recreational use is tolerated, and any employer can drug test if they choose to.
You can live in whichever way you like, and if living with the risk and knowing you could get fired at any minute is the way you choose to live, then go ahead. But I love cannabis, and I still choose to leave it at home when I’m going off to work. If your job is so awful that you need to get high to get through it, perhaps it’s an even better idea to stay sober and spend your free time searching for a new one. That way you can find a job, you actually enjoy, and then come back home and celebrate with a bong hit or two afterward.
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In conclusion, while cannabis use is becoming more accepted in many places, it’s important to recognize that being high at work is still a risky choice, both for job security and personal safety. Even though some people believe it enhances their performance, the risks of getting fired or causing harm to oneself or others remain significant. Cannabis is best enjoyed responsibly in safe environments, and if your job is so stressful that you feel the need to use it at work, it might be time to rethink your employment. Stay sober on the job, and save the celebration for when you’re safely at home.
FAQ
1. Is it legal to be high at work in states where cannabis is legal? Even in states where recreational cannabis is legal, employers still have the right to prohibit its use at work and can enforce drug-free workplace policies.
2. Can I get fired for being high at work? Yes, if your employer discovers you’re under the influence at work, you could face termination, regardless of the legality of cannabis in your state.
3. Does cannabis improve job performance? While some users believe it enhances their focus or creativity, operating under the influence can impair judgment and is not advisable for tasks requiring full attention.
