This course equips managers and supervisors in construction environments with the knowledge and skills to recognize, address, and help prevent drug and alcohol abuse on the job. Participants will explore the risks substance abuse poses to safety and productivity, learn about relevant laws and company responsibilities, and develop strategies to manage situations involving impaired employees professionally and lawfully.
Highlights include:
- Understanding the impact of drug and alcohol abuse on workplace safety and productivity
- Identifying commonly abused substances and signs of impairment
- Navigating legal requirements, including OSHA regulations, DOT testing rules, and the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Crafting and implementing an effective Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy
- Conducting different types of substance testing: pre-employment, random, post-accident, return-to-duty, and reasonable suspicion
- Managing privacy, civil rights, and medical confidentiality while enforcing substance abuse policies
- Recognizing behavioral cues and documenting performance concerns
- Handling substance abuse incidents responsibly and referring employees to assistance programs or rehabilitation
By the end of the course you will have learned:
- How to identify substance abuse warning signs and assess potential safety risks
- Best practices for addressing suspected substance abuse without violating employee rights
- Legal obligations regarding workplace safety, employee testing, and non-discriminatory practices
- How to implement and maintain a workplace culture that discourages substance abuse
- Effective steps for managing incidents involving drug or alcohol impairment on the job site