Reasonable Suspicion of Drug and Alcohol Impairment in the Workplace                         

The federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 requires employers to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace.  Alcohol and drug misuse in the workplace causes detrimental effects on any organization and the employees.  Alcohol and drug misuse impacts morale, lowers productivity and increases health care costs.  The use of alcohol or drugs outside of work becomes a matter of concern to employers when the employee's use interferes with job performance, conduct, attendance, or safety of other employees.  To ensure the workplace remains clear of drug and alcohol use/misuse, employers should train supervisors to detect impairment in the workplace. This class focuses on performance factors, signs and symptoms of use/misuse and impairment impairment and process for sending employees for testing.