Drug-Free Workplace Policy
Purpose and Goal
DATA BASE TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE, INC. is committed to protecting the safety,
health and well-being of all employees and other individuals in our workplace. We
recognize that alcohol abuse and drug use pose a significant threat to our goals. We
have established a drug-free workplace program that balances our respect for
individuals with the need to maintain an alcohol and drug-free environment.
This policy recognizes that employee involvement with alcohol and other drugs
can be very disruptive, adversely affect the quality of work and performance of
employees, pose serious health risks to users and others, and have a negative
impact on productivity and morale.
This organization has no intention of interfering with the private lives of its
employees unless involvement with alcohol and other drugs off the job affects job
performance or public safety.
As a condition of employment, this organization requires that employees adhere
to a strict policy regarding the use and possession of drugs and alcohol.
This organization encourages employees to voluntarily seek help with drug and
alcohol problems.
Covered Workers
Any individual who are employed or is applying for a position covered by our drug-free
workplace policy. Our policy includes, but is not limited to:
Executive Management
Full Time Employees
Part Time Employees
Off Site Employees
Applicability
Our drug-free workplace policy is intended to apply whenever anyone is representing or
conducting business for the organization. Therefore, this policy applies during:
All working hours
While on call
Paid standby
While on organization property
At company sponsored events
Prohibited Behavior and Items
It is a violation of our drug-free workplace policy to use, possess, sell, trade and/or offer
for sale alcohol, illegal drugs or other intoxicants.
Notification of Convictions
Any employee who is convicted of a criminal drug violation in the workplace must notify
the organization in writing within five calendar days of the conviction. The organization
will take appropriate action within 30 days of notification. Federal contracting agencies
will be notified when appropriate.
Searches
Entering the organization's property constitutes consent to searches and inspections. If
an individual is suspected of violating the drug-free workplace policy, he or she may be
asked to submit to a search or inspection at any time. Searches can be conducted of:
Pockets and clothing
Lockers
Personal property such as: wallets, purses, briefcases, backpacks and lunch
bags or boxes
Desks and work stations
Vehicles and equipment
Drug Testing
To ensure the accuracy and fairness of our testing program, all testing will be conducted
according to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
guidelines where applicable and will include a screening test; a confirmation test; the
opportunity for a split sample; review by a Medical Review Officer, including the
opportunity for employees who test positive to provide a legitimate medical explanation,
such as a physician's prescription, for the positive result; and a documented chain of
custody.
All drug-testing information will be maintained in separate confidential records.
Each employee, as a condition of employment, will be required to participate in:
Pre-employment
Pre-duty
Periodic
Random
Post-accident
Reasonable suspicion
Return-to-duty
Follow-up
The substances that will be tested for upon request of management are:
Amphetamines
Cannabinoids (THC)
Cocaine
Opiates
Phencyclidine (PCP)
Alcohol
Barbiturates
Benzodiazepines
Methaqualone
Methadone
Propoxyphene
Testing for the presence of alcohol will be conducted by analysis of breath, saliva or
blood.
Testing for the presence of the metabolites of drugs may be conducted by the analysis
of urine, breath, blood, hair, saliva, and sweat.
Any employee who tests positive will be:
Immediately removed from duty,
Suspended without pay for a period of 30 days,
Referred to a substance abuse professional for assessment and
recommendations,
Required to successfully complete recommended rehabilitation including
continuing care,
Required to pass a Return-to-Duty test and sign a Return-to-Work Agreement,
Subject to ongoing, unannounced, follow-up testing for a period of five years
And terminated immediately if he/she tests positive a second time or violates the
Return-to-Work Agreement.
An employee will be subject to the same consequences of a positive test if he/she
Refuses the screening or the test
Adulterates or dilutes the specimen
Substitutes the specimen with that from another person or sends an imposter
Will not sign the required forms
Refuses to cooperate in the testing process in such a way that prevents
completion of the test
Consequences
One of the goals of our drug-free workplace program is to encourage employees to
voluntarily seek help with alcohol and/or drug problems. If, however, an individual
violates the policy, the consequences are serious.
In the case of applicants, if he or she violates the drug-free workplace policy, the offer of
employment can be withdrawn and the applicant may:
Reapply after one year provided he/she has successfully passed a specified pre-
employment drug test.
If an employee violates the drug-free workplace policy, he or she will be:
Subject to progressive disciplinary action and may be required to enter
rehabilitation. An employee required to enter rehabilitation who fails to
successfully complete it and/or repeatedly violates the policy will be terminated
from employment. Nothing in this policy prohibits the employee from being
disciplined or discharged for other violations and/or performance problems.
Return-to-Work Agreements
Following a violation of the drug-free workplace policy, an employee may be offered an
opportunity to participate in rehabilitation. In such cases, the employee must sign and
abide by the terms set forth in a Return-to-Work Agreement as a condition of continued
employment.
Assistance
DATA BASE TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE, INC. recognizes that alcohol and drug abuse
and addiction are treatable illnesses. We also realize that early intervention and support
improve the success of rehabilitation. To support our employees, our drug-free
workplace policy:
Encourages employees to seek help if they are concerned that they or their
family members may have a drug and/or alcohol problem.
Encourages employees to utilize the services of qualified professionals in the
community to assess the seriousness of suspected drug or alcohol problems and
identify appropriate sources of help.
Ensures the availability of a current list of qualified community professionals.
Allows the use of accrued paid leave while seeking treatment for alcohol and
other drug problems.
Treatment for alcoholism and/or other drug use disorders may be covered by the
employee benefit plan. However, the ultimate financial responsibility for recommended
treatment belongs to the employee.
Confidentiality
All information received by the organization through the drug-free workplace program is
confidential communication. Access to this information is limited to those who have a
legitimate need to know in compliance with relevant laws and management policies.
Shared Responsibility
A safe and productive drug-free workplace is achieved through cooperation and shared
responsibility. Both employees and management have important roles to play.
All employees are required to not report to work or be subject to duty while their ability
to perform job duties is impaired due to on- or off-duty use of alcohol or other drugs.
In addition, employees are encouraged to:
Be concerned about working in a safe environment.
Support fellow workers in seeking help.
Use the Employee Assistance Program.
Report dangerous behavior to their supervisor.
It is the Administrator's responsibility to:
Inform employees of the drug-free workplace policy.
Observe employee performance.
Investigate reports of dangerous practices.
Document negative changes and problems in performance.
Counsel employees as to expected performance improvement.
Refer employees to the Employee Assistance Program.
Clearly state consequences of policy violations.
Communication
Communicating our drug-free workplace policy to both supervisors and employees is
critical to our success. To ensure all employees are aware of their role in supporting our
drug-free workplace program:
All employees will receive a written copy of the policy.
The policy and assistance programs will be reviewed at safety meetings.
All employees will receive an update of the policy annually with their paychecks.
Posters and brochures will be available at all locations.
Employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug use and the
availability of help will be provided to all employees.
Every supervisor will receive training to help him/her recognize and manage
employees with alcohol and other drug problems.
