ESTABLISHING SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS

Many employers have established workplace substance abuse programs to ensure that their workforce is productive, their workplace is safe, and the success of their business is not hindered by substance abuse. However, because no two companies are exactly alike, there is no absolute "model" substance abuse program that is right for all companies. Your program will depend largely on your company's own circumstances, needs, location, culture, resources, and alcohol and other drug abuse experiences. First and foremost, however, your program should reflect your company's commitment to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse. Your program should include those components that you and your employees identify as important to the company. There are five standard components of a comprehensive workplace substance abuse program that you may want to consider. They include a written policy statement, supervisor training, employee education and awareness, employee assistance for providing help, and drug and alcohol testing. A comprehensive program including all five components is the most effective way to address substance abuse problems in the workplace.

 

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• Step One: Writing a Substance Abuse Policy
• Step Two: Training Supervisors
• Step Three: Educating Your Employees
• Step Four: Providing Employee Assistance
• Step Five: Drug and Alcohol Testing
• Sample Company Policy On Substance Abuse
  

 

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