Fitness for Duty

Question 1

Cannabis impairment is different for every individual and can be influenced by how cannabis is ingested [source: ________ ________].

Answer 1

Health Canada

Question 2

The requirement to be fit for duty includes being free from potential impairment that can occur up to ____________ days post-cannabis consumption

Answer 2

twenty eight (28)

Question 3

Studies have shown that it can take upwards of ______ of continuous exposure in an unventilated space where multiple smokers are actively smoking to show second hand absorption.

Answer 3

4 hours

Question 4

This procedure is specific to members who are directed to attend _______________________ for a fitness for duty assessment

Answer 4

Wellness – Medical Advisory Services (MAS)

Question 5

Member

When it is apparent that another member’s performance of duty is impaired, shall advise ________ as soon as practicable.

Answer 5

any supervisor

Question 6

Member

With respect to ingesting cannabis, members shall
- when issued a medical authorization or prescribed cannabis by a licenced physician, shall report such use to _____ forthwith.

Answer 6

MAS

Question 7

Supervisor

When approached by a member who voluntarily seeks help for an issue, where work performance or safety is not affected, shall (2)

Answer 7

• advise the member of options available for assistance, including the CIRT/PSV program, the EFAP, consultation visits at Psychological Services, MAS, Volunteer Chaplains, benefits coverage for psychological treatment provided in the community, and community partner wellness resources, such as Toronto Beyond the Blue
• follow up, if required, to provide the member with appropriate support and encouragement to resolve the problem

Question 8

Supervisor

When it is apparent that a fitness for duty issue not described in items 5-7 is affecting a member’s performance of duty shall (2)

Answer 8

• immediately notify their Officer in Charge and their Unit Commander on a TPS 649
• comply with Procedure 13–11, if applicable

Question 9

Officer in Charge

When it is determined that there are fitness for duty or safety concerns shall: (2)

Answer 9

• ensure the member is given immediate medical treatment, if required
• immediately notify the Unit Commander of the circumstances on a TPS 649

Question 10

Officer in Charge

When in receipt of a TPS 649 and/or a MED 1 containing recommendations from MAS shall (2)

Answer 10

• follow up with the member to ensure compliance

- give a copy to the member’s immediate supervisor