Drug-Free Workplace
Maintaining a Drug-Free Workplace
Module 1 – Supervisor’s Role
This 90-minute training covers several aspects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. It is not intended for companies operating under Department of Transportation, Department of Defense, Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Department of Energy requirements; nor does it address the requirements applicable to companies that wish to collect samples and/or test at an on-site clinic or laboratory. Companies with collective bargaining agreements may require customized training components.
Topics include but are not limited to:
- Introduction to drugs and alcohol in the workplace
- Use, abuse, addiction
- Physical signs and symptoms
- What are the components of a Drug-free Workplace Policy?
- What are its goals?
- Emphasizes employee education
- What laws govern drugs and alcohol in the workplace?
- Supervisor duties, roles and do’s and don’ts
- Crisis management
- Symptom recognition
- What is scope of right to search?
- Recognition of issues
- Confidentiality management
- What protections do employees have and under what circumstances?
- Protection from discrimination
- Protection under HIPAA
- Employee drug testing
- Policy development
- Return to work agreements
- Discussion and questions
All training is performed in accordance with Federal OSHA, applicable State-chartered OSHA, and other State Regulations and local Ordinances.
