Author(s) :

Drew Hinton, CSP, CHMM, EMT, Tyler Asher, PhD.

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Abstract :

This paper evaluates general views and understanding of the health effects associated with the use and/or consumption of cannabidiol (CBD) products containing up to 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). While cannabidiol has been around for decades, it has recently increased in popularity due to the various claims of health and wellness benefits by CBD manufacturers and distributors. However, due to a lack of federal regulations pertaining to over-the-counter (OTC) CBD products, many workers in the United States are unsure as to what may be involved with CBD products, particular while at work. This article reviews how well survey participants understand CBD and its toxicological effects, whether or not they believe it should be a controlled substance by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and if survey participants understand the differences and similarities between hemp and marijuana. Based on the data, many people accurately understand where CBD is derived from, but still take a conservative approach when it comes to CBD use and/or consumption by workers in safety-sensitive positions. This paper will differentiate between what is perceived by the surveyed population versus the actual toxicology and potential health risks associated with CBD use and/or consumption. Index Terms— Cannabidiol, CBD, Workplace Safety

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