Drugs and Alcohol Policy
This Drugs and Alcohol Policy communicates to employees and other workers that being under the influence of drugs, alcohol or other prohibited substances will not be tolerated at the workplace, as well as outlining expectations around social consumption and procedures for testing.
Last updated October 24, 2025
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The Legal Risk Score of a Drugs and Alcohol Policy Template is Low
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- The policy mandates strict adherence to a drug and alcohol-free workplace, which could pose a risk of rigid enforcement that may not account for individual circumstances or accidental infractions.
- The requirement for employees to undergo drug or alcohol testing based on reasonable suspicion introduces a subjective element, potentially leading to disputes over what constitutes reasonable suspicion.
- The policy's provision for termination of employment or subcontractor agreements as a disciplinary action for breaches could lead to significant consequences for employees, impacting job security and career progression.
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