[Name of Organization] 

 

Alcohol and Drugs in Workplace Policy and Procedures 

 

  1. Introduction 

 

Employees are the most valuable resource and [YOUR COMPANY NAME] is committed to provide a healthy and safe working environment for the entire workforce. Alcohol and other drugs affect concentration, co-ordination and performance and it is observed that the effects of alcohol and other drugs may pullulate from ones private life into the workplace that can result carelessness, accidents and absenteeism. 

 

  1. Purpose/ Objective 

 

The following outlines [YOUR COMPANY NAME]’s policy and procedures for raising awareness about the risks of alcohol and other drug related problems and offering assistance to employees who need it to overcome problems caused by alcohol or drug misuse. 

 

  1. Application 

 

This drug and alcohol policy applies to all employees and all applicants for employment of [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. The company will encourage a healthy approach by providing training opportunities to increase awareness of responsible drinking, early signs of alcohol and drug dependency and knowledge of the risks associated with alcohol and drug misuse. 

 

  1. Identifying Alcohol and Drug Related Problems 

 

The exploitation of alcohol and drugs can damage physical and mental health. The casualty of behaviour can led the affected employees to injure themselves or others. 

 

Identifying alcohol and drug related problems are not easy. The following characteristics can be the indicators if occuring over a period of time. 

 

  1. Absenteesm 

  1. Fluctuations in work performance, concentration and energy 

  1. Poor co-operation with colleagues 

  1. Mood changes and drowsiness 

  1. Unusual incidents and accidents 

  1. Late returns to work 

  1. Frequently borrowing money and unreliability 

  1. Unkempt appearence andd excessive sweating 

  1. Smelling of alcohol 

  1. Aggression and confusion 

 

  1. Information, Education and Training 

 

Employers can encourage an alcohol and drug free workplace culture by providing proper information, training and education to all employees. They should know the serious consequences of drugs and alcohol for workplace health and safety. 

 

The following points should be considered while developing a training program: 

 

  1. Define the company’s policy on unacceptability of alcohol and other drugs use 

  1. How to deal with long term users and those intoxicated in this situation 

  1. The adverse effect of alcohol and other drugs on health, safety and work performance 

  1. General statistics on workplace drugs and alcohol use and other related incidents should be included in the training 

  1. The unpleasant effect for those who fail to comply with company alcohol and drud policy 

  1. Availability of relevant treatment, counselling and rehabilitation services in workplace 

  1. Whom to approach for any assistance on alcohol/drug problem in the workplace and 

  1. Explain the testing procedures that the company have with procedures for ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. 

 

  1. Responsibilities 

 

It is a shared responsibility of the employers and employees to adopt a alcohol and drug free workplace culture. 

 

Responsibilities of the Employer: 

 

  1. The employer will be responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating the workplace policy on alcohol and other drugs. 

  1. The employer will provide proper information, education and training on alcohol and drugs to its workforce. 

  1. The employer will be responsible for reviewing the policy and procedure and also to check whether the company policy on alcohol and drugs, is made known to all employees or not. 

 

Responsibilities of the Supervisor: 

 

  1. Supervisors should be familiar with the policy and its procedures 

  1. Monitoring the job performances of the workers where he/she remains or returns to work and 

  1. Should be updated with information on alcohol and drug advice and treatment agencies. 

 

Responsibilities of the employee: 

 

  1. Responsible for complying with company’s alcohol and other drug policy and procedures 

  1. Should co-operate with the employer or supervisor in the office properly 

  1. Should participate the drug testing program   

  1. Employees should attend the training programs organised by [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. 

 

  1. Implementation and Review 

 

The successful implementation and establishment of this policy is the responsibility of all employees of [YOUR COMPANY NAME]. The company will monitor and evaluate the implementation of this Policy and Procedures in a certain interval. 

 

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