Drug and Alcohol Free-Workplace

Today's safety training video discusses how to keep your workplace drug and alcohol-free.

The economic costs of drug and alcohol abuse in the United States are significant and have continued to rise.

Some of the typical warning signs of a drug or alcohol problem are:

• Slow Reactions, Unsteadiness, Confusion
• Recklessness
• Frequent Accidents
• Absenteeism and Tardiness
• Unreliability
• Declining Performance

Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace programs are not intended to interfere in anyone’s personal life, but to improve safety in the workplace.

A drug-free awareness program should inform employees about:

1. The dangers caused by drug abuse in the workplace.
2. The employer's policy and activities that will be used to maintain a drug-free workplace.
3. The types of services available like drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs.
4. The penalties that will be imposed on employees who violate the drug-free workplace policy.

Having a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace is important for the well-being of you and your fellow employees.

We hope you gained a safety training skill today. Until next time, stay positive and stay safe.