Drug-free Workplace Policy
All company and contractor employees must be able to safely and acceptably perform assigned duties without any limitations due to the use or effects of alcohol, illicit drugs, fatigue, or medications.
Companies should have a policy that states they recognize that alcohol and drug abuse pose a significant and unacceptable threat to safety goals and objectives. A strong, yet fair, Drug-free Workplace Program should be designed, developed, and deployed throughout all facilities.
- All employees should be prohibited from using, possessing, or being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs while conducting work or business on company property or premises.
- Testing workers for illicit drug or alcohol use may be accomplished for cause when reasonable suspicion exists.
- Testing may occur at the following times:
- a random test should be conducted at any time chosen by company management
- a post-incident test following an injury, spill, or property damage incident
- for cause when reasonable suspicion exists
- Employees or contractors should be required to disclose any prescription medication at initial orientation and subsequent trips offshore.
Fit for Duty – Sober and Focused
All company and contractor employees must be able to safely and acceptably perform assigned duties without any limitations due to the use or effects of alcohol, illicit drugs, fatigue, or medications.
Bottom-line, everyone must be sober and focused on the work they are performing.
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