Become a Drug Free Workplace
A drug-free workplace, as defined in the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, is a workplace where "the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited." Most employers strive to empower workplace safety, wellness, and recovery. They consider the abuse of drugs and alcohol on the job to be unsafe and counterproductive and view illicit substance use in the working environment as a serious threat to their business, other staff, and their customers. In consideration of this, most employers do not allow the use of illegal drugs and alcohol while on-the-job. Some employers who are regulated by a U.S. government agency such as the Department of Transportation, must follow specific, mandated procedures.
The Components of a Drug Free Workplace
41,000 Truck Drivers Test Positive for Marijuana
The most recent report from the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) provided data that in 2022, approximately 41,000 truck drivers tested positive for marijuana, a 32 % increase from…
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Stigma of Substance Use Recovery
The National Drug Free Workplace Alliance has shared a new resource on reducing stigma of substance use recovery in workplaces. Workplaces provide an important role in helping employees battling against…
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Workplace Substance Use Recovery
Workplaces that support employees' recovery from substance use disorders can reap benefits and contribute to the wellbeing of employees.
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Workplace Education is Essential
Workplace education is essential! It is important for employers to regularly promote the policy and program of their drug free workplace so that all employees are fully aware of the…
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Drug Free Work Week Podcast
The Pathways 2 Prevention Podcast focused on Drug Free Work Week in a special edition just out. The 14th annual anniversary observance of Drug Free Work Week takes place October…
Read MoreUpcoming Webinars for Employers
Calling All Workplace Stakeholders! DON'T MISS OUR TWO DRUG FREE WORK WEEK WEBINARS! No cost & must register in advance Marijuana and the Workplace Tuesday October 18, 2022 10:00 AM…
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