Event Overview:

The Australian Institute of Health & Safety invites you to join join our upcoming webinar, Medicinal Cannabis in the Workplace – Balancing Safety, Compliance & Compassion presented by Steve Korkoneas, Alcolizer Technology on 20 November 2025.

Join us for an informative session that will cover how medicinal cannabis use intersects with drug testing policies, safety-sensitive roles, and employer obligations. Attendees will gain clarity on how to manage disclosures, assess workplace risks, and update policies to reflect current best practices.

This webinar is designed for HR professionals, WHS officers, business owners, and workplace managers seeking to understand the implications of medicinal cannabis in the workplace. No prior legal or medical knowledge is required—just a commitment to maintaining safe, fair, and compliant work environments.

By attending this webinar, participants will:

• Understand the legal and regulatory landscape surrounding medicinal cannabis in Australian workplaces.
• Learn how to manage employee disclosures and assess fitness for duty in safety-sensitive environments.
• Gain practical guidance on updating drug and alcohol policies to reflect medicinal cannabis use while maintaining compliance and safety.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday 20 November, 2025.
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm AEDT (Canb, Melb, Syd)
Cost:  AIHS Member: Complimentary | Non Member: $33 (incl. GST)
Format: One hour Zoom webinar

Event Speakers:

	Steve Korkoneas - National Onsite Testing Specialist, Alcolizer Technology With over 30 years of experience, Steve is Alcolizer Technology’s in-house Toxicologist and a leading authority in onsite drug and alcohol testing. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry/Pharmacology from Monash University, a Graduate Diploma in Analytical Chemistry from RMIT, and a Grade IV Certificate in Forensic Science from Swinburne University, and is the Current Secretary for the Workplace Drug Testing Association. Steve is also a Certified Workplace Drug & Alcohol Collector and holds a Certificate IV in Training & Assessment. Renowned for his expert advice on drug testing procedures, result interpretation, policy & procedure development, Steve has provided authoritative testimony in various legal settings, including the Industrial Relations Commission, Fair Work Australia, the County Court, and the Family Court of Australia.

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