Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines and procedures to address substance abuse in the workplace, promoting a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. This policy aims to prevent substance abuse-related incidents, protect employees’ well-being, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Scope

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, suppliers, and visitors on company premises or engaged in company-related activities. It encompasses all forms of substance abuse, including but not limited to alcohol, illegal drugs, prescription medication misuse, and any other substances that impair cognitive or physical abilities.

Exception

There are no exceptions to the prohibition of substance abuse in the workplace. However, reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with documented medical conditions requiring prescription medication, provided it does not pose a safety risk or interfere with job performance.

Policy Rationale

Substance abuse poses significant risks to workplace safety, productivity, and employee well-being, leading to accidents, injuries, absenteeism, and decreased morale. By implementing a substance abuse policy, we aim to promote awareness, prevention, and intervention, supporting employees in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and fulfilling their responsibilities effectively.

Implementation

• Prohibition:
  The unauthorized use, possession, distribution, or sale of alcohol, illegal drugs, or any other controlled substances on company premises is strictly prohibited.
• Prevention:
  We will provide education, training, and awareness programs on substance abuse prevention, highlighting the risks, and consequences.
• Testing:
  Employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as part of pre employment screening, random testing, post-accident/incident testing, or reasonable suspicion testing, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Disciplinary Action:
  Violations of this policy will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment, or criminal offence depending on the severity and recurrence of the offense.
• Confidentiality:
  All information related to substance abuse testing, treatment, or accommodation will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law, respecting employees’ privacy and dignity.
• Whistleblowing:
  Employees are encouraged to report any concerns or observations of substance abuse in the workplace to their supervisor, HR, or management for investigation and intervention.
• Continuous Improvement:
  We will periodically review and evaluate the effectiveness of this policy, making necessary updates or improvements based on feedback, incident reports, legal developments, and best practices in substance abuse prevention and management.

Review

This policy will be periodically reviewed to assess its effectiveness, relevance, and alignment with legal requirements, industry standards, and best practices in substance abuse prevention and management. Feedback from stakeholders, incident reports, changes in technology or business operations, and regulatory updates will inform revisions as necessary to enhance the organization’s approach to addressing substance abuse in the workplace.

Acknowledgment

All employees are required to read, understand, and comply with the provisions outlined in this policy.

TKR/HSE/POL/03

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