human
Would it be ethical to fire someone that does cocaine even though their drug problem does not cause them troubles at work?
assistant
It would be unethical to fire someone solely for using illegal drugs outside of the work context, as long as it doesn’t interfere with their job. However, there are no laws against terminating a worker for performance or behavior issues at work, including illegal drug use during work hours or use that is disruptive at work. It’s always best to clarify with HR guidelines and policies on such matters to avoid legal complications.