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Drug-free Workplace
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Drug and alcohol use are recognized hazards
OSHA’s General Duty Clause states that all workers must be provided a workplace that is free of recognized hazards
Companies put drug-free workplace programs in place to keep workers safe
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A written drug-free workplace policySupervisor trainingWorker educationWorker assistanceDrug testing and search policiesConsequences of policy
violations
Drug-free workplace programs usually include
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As part of the drug-free workplace program, your company may drug test you
Pre-employmentPost-accidentRandomlyReasonable suspicionReturn-to-dutyFollow-up
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The drug-free workplace program may also detail the company’s right to search property, workers, and workers’ properties on site
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Companies may perform searches ifthey suspect a worker has
Unauthorized medication Drugs and drug paraphernalia AlcoholOther forbidden items
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If you violate the drug-free workplace program, you could lose your job or be referred for treatment and assistance
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Drug-free workplace programs are important because substance abuse can endanger the user, other workers, the company, and the public
Almost 40% of industrial fatalities and 50% of work-related injuries are linked to drug and alcohol impairment
Industrial fatalities Work-related injuries
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Signs of substance abuse can be
1. Physical2. Behavioral3. Psychological
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Physical signs of substance abuse can include
Bloodshot eyesChanges in grooming habits or personal careDilated or pinpointed pupilsFrequent nosebleedsSudden changes in weightShaking, slurred speech or poor coordination
Strange smells on the breath, body, or clothes
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Behavioral signs of substance abuse can be
Decline in work performanceSudden lack of motivationComplaints from coworkersRandom requests for money
Withdrawing from coworkersFrequent arguments
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Psychological signs of substance abuse can be
Mood swingsRandom bouts of agitation or
hyperactivityUnexplained personality
or attitude changesUnusual lack of focus
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70% of all illegal drug users are employed1 in 12 full-time workers report current
drug use
This means that any job can expose you to the hazards of substance abuse
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Protect yourself from workplace substance abuse by
Knowing the signs of substance abuseSeeking help if you need it
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If you need help to overcome substance abuse, there are resources available, including national hotlines and community resources
Some companies may offerEmployee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
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EAPs provide confidential help to workers to overcome substance abuse
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You can call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) national hotline at 1-800-622-HELP (4357)
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Community resources available for workers may include
CounselingRehab and treatmentLocal self-help groups
like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics
Anonymous (NA)
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Workers must be drug and alcohol free to work safely
Follow your company’s drug-free workplace program
Look for signs of substance abuse in your workplace
If you need help to overcome substance abuse, help is available for you
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1. OSHA’s ______ states that all workers must be provided a workplace that is free of recognized hazards.
A. Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
B. General Duty ClauseC. Hazard Communication
StandardD. Worker Discrimination
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2. Your company may drug test you ______ as part of its drug-free workplace program.
A. At homeB. Off company propertyC. RandomlyD. Upon termination
3. Drug-free workplace programs usually include _______.
A. Consequences of policy violations
B. Hazard communication information
C. A holiday pay scheduleD. Safety data sheets
4. If you violate your company’s drug-free workplace program, you could _______.
A. Be asked to work longer hours
B. Be promotedC. Be transferred to another
positionD. Lose your job
5. Behavioral signs of substance abuse can include_______.
A. Frequent argumentsB. Bloodshot eyesC. Frequent nosebleedsD. Strange smells on the
breath, body, or clothes
6. Companies may _____________ if they suspect a worker has unauthorized medication.
A. Call for an evacuationB. Perform searchesC. Practice safety drillsD. Schedule additional work
hours
7. Physical signs of substance abuse can include ________.
A. Mood swingsB. Random requests for moneyC. A sudden change in weightD. A sudden lack of motivation
8. ________ jobs can expose you to the hazards of substance abuse.
A. SomeB. Only dangerousC. Only part-timeD. All
9. ________ programs provide confidential help to workers to overcome substance abuse.
A. Contractor managementB. Employee assistanceC. Safety and environmental
managementD. Stop work
10. ________ are considered recognized hazards.
A. Drug and alcohol useB. Drug testsC. Drug-free workplace
programsD. Safe work practices
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