Category Archives: Drug Free Workplaces

Increased Absenteeism from Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Economically Impacts Workplaces

In a recent analysis of the responses from more than 110,000 fulltime employed adults over age 18 from the 2015 – 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, researchers determined that persons with alcohol use problems had a disproportionate number of absentee days. In fact, the more severe the alcohol disorder, the greater the prevalence of absentee days.

March 21, 2022

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Stigma of Substance Use Recovery in the Workplace

With 1 in 14 Americans reports experiencing a Substance Use Disorder (SUD), there is a serious impact to the workplace. Like many diseases, persons with SUDs can be successfully treated under a doctor’s care and their condition managed

March 1, 2022

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Lawsuit Settlement a Setback for Workplace Safety

A settlement was recently reached in a Rhode Island lawsuit that the ACLU claims protects medical marijuana patients from employment discrimination. Drug prevention advocates believe the settlement is a setback for employer rights and drug free workplace safety policies.

January 5, 2022

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Behind the Wheel at Work

The National Institute on Occupational Safety and Health Center for Motor Vehicle Safety an overview of marijuana, its science, and its effects on workplace driving.

May 11, 2021

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Written Policy

The drug free workplace policy is the cornerstone of a company program. It’s a comprehensive document that clearly states the substances that are prohibited, notifies the employee of what types of testing he/she may undergo, identifies...

May 10, 2017

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Drug Testing Implementation

National Drug-Free Workplace Alliance arranges for discounted drug testing services through a third-party administrator using a nationally certified laboratory.

May 10, 2017

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November 28, 2023
Addressing Overdose Risks: A Call for Workplace Support for Healthcare Workers

New research covering the years 2008 to 2019 reveals a troubling rise in drug overdose cases among healthcare workers. Nurses, social and behavioral healthcare workers, and healthcare support staff are...
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November 14, 2023
National Recovery-Friendly Workplace Toolkit Announced!

The Biden administration recently launched the Recovery-Ready Workplace initiative, along with an online hub, urging employers nationwide to actively support individuals in recovery from addiction. The program provides a toolkit...
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October 31, 2023
Marijuana and Anxiety: What Employers Should Know

In light of the evolving legal framework surrounding marijuana in various states, employers must pay attention to the latest research findings concerning this substance....
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October 2, 2023
The Role of Employers in Combating the Opioid Crisis

The message is clear: employers play a crucial role in combating the opioid crisis, and they have an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of their employees....
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Category Archives: Drug Free Workplaces

Increased Absenteeism from Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Economically Impacts Workplaces

Stigma of Substance Use Recovery in the Workplace

Lawsuit Settlement a Setback for Workplace Safety

Behind the Wheel at Work

Written Policy

Drug Testing Implementation

Articles

Addressing Overdose Risks: A Call for Workplace Support for Healthcare Workers

National Recovery-Friendly Workplace Toolkit Announced!

Marijuana and Anxiety: What Employers Should Know

The Role of Employers in Combating the Opioid Crisis

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Addressing Overdose Risks: A Call for Workplace Support for Healthcare Workers

National Recovery-Friendly Workplace Toolkit Announced!