Can you smoke weed while being a firefighter?

But. Marijuana remains illegal under federal law. That means federal agents can still arrest people for it. And even in states that have legalized pot, driving under the influence of the drug is still considered illegal–so if you’re stoned while driving the fire apparatus, you will still be in violation of the law.

Do firefighters get randomly drug tested?

A public employer can only impose a random drug-testing program on its employees, absent individualized or reasonable suspicion, if the employee works in a safety sensitive position. Since firefighters are safety-sensitive employees,[36] they may be subjected to random drug testing.

Can firefighters vape?

Whether or not firefighters can vape or use e-cigarettes will vary. Most fire departments will prohibit their use while on duty. Some fire departments may include vaping in their anti-tobacco policy and will not allow their use (on or off duty) by any employees.

Can firefighters use CBD?

Firefighters can use CBD as long as it isn’t expressly prohibited by their department, city, or union. The majority of fire departments don’t have a rule against CBD, they just require you to pass a THC drug test. Firefighters must only use CBD isolate products as other types of CBD can contain THC.

Do firefighters sleep on night shift?

Virtually all professional career firefighters sleep in their stations when they are working a 24 hour schedule or on a night shift for departments that still split the day into various day and night shift schedules.

Can firefighters use nicotine?

Continuing to inform firefighters about the risks of smoking and giving them support to quit smoking would help with this goal. As with most smokers, firefighters can use medications, nicotine replacement therapy or alternative nicotine products, and behavioral counseling to help them quit.

Can firefighters have piercings?

Under Health and Safety, you will not be allowed to wear body piercings whilst being on operational duty. This includes ones that may be hidden by your clothing. Firefighting is a physical role. There’s the risk that your piercings could get caught and cause you industry while you’re in PPE.

Can firefighters have long hair?

There are currently no federal guidelines that say that firefighters can’t have long hair. National firefighter guidelines only restrict certain types of facial hair (this is to ensure firefighter SCBA masks get a good seal to protect your lungs).