Drug-Free Workplace Simple
as 1, 2, 3.
Substance
abuse in the workplace continues to be one of the most pressing social
issues. Substance abuse impacts the individual, the family and our society;
draining more than $100 Billion from American businesses every year.
A Drug-Free Workplace Program is not difficult, not
expensive and it’s the right thing to do.
Step 1:
Substance
Abuse Policy
Step 2: Operating Procedures & Testing Protocol
Step 3: Training
Industries
Most Vulnerable
Studies
have shown that certain industries attract workers who use alcohol and drugs
at higher rates. Many service employers believe that substance abuse is a
problem only in safety-sensitive industries. However, that’s not the case.
OSHA
identifies the most vulnerable industries as:
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Transportation & Warehousing
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Construction & Building Contractors
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Restaurants and Bars
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Retail
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Healthcare
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Services
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Manufacturing
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Financial Institutions
Experience The Pay Off
Measure the savings in
workers’ compensation, medical costs, absenteeism, lost productivity, and
employee turnover.
Companies find that an investment in education,
prevention, testing and assistance programs pay dividends for both the
employer and the employee.
Don’t ignore the problem. Join others who
successfully manage a Drug-Free Workplace.