Drugs and Alcohol Policy

Use this Policy if:

• You need to clarify Company expectations around the use of alcohol, illegal drugs, other prohibited substances;
• You want to implement clear guidelines on smoking, as well as the use of prescription medication where this impacts on a worker’s ability to perform their role safely or effectively;
• You want workers to know that the Company will try to assist them if they recognise that they are struggling with substance abuse issues and that there is a process for such matters;
• You need to communicate to workers that they may be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing, including where there is a reasonable suspicion that they are under the influence, or if they work on client sites that have random drug and/or alcohol testing; and
• You want to have clear expectations in place to help protect the Company in the event of a related disciplinary issue.

What does this Policy cover?

• Communicating to workers that the Company does not tolerate working under the influence of alcohol, non-prescription drugs or prohibited substances;
• Providing clear guidelines on alcohol consumption during approved Company or social events;
• Ensuring workers are aware of disclosure obligations where any prescribed medication may impact their ability to perform their role safely and/or effectively; and
• Establishing clear guidelines regarding smoking on Company premises, or Company vehicles where applicable.

Further Information:

• Can Employers require employees to undergo drug testing?
• 5 things you need to know about the Workplace Surveillance Act
• A guide to managing employee 'no shows'