The following components of a drug free workplace program are typical of many employers’ comprehensive program features. Of course, details may vary by country or locale, industry standards, employment practices, or laws.

Written drug free workplace policy – the written policy identifies the specific provisions of the employer’s drug free workplace program and how infractions will be handled.

Drug and alcohol testing – testing workers for the presence of drugs or alcohol creates a deterrent effect that encourages them to avoid the use of substances outside of those prescribed by their...

Good morning! 

Just a few weeks ago, we observed Drug Free Work Week in the U.S. It was originally founded to improve safety and health in the construction industry through drug-free workplace programs. The first Drug Free Work Week was observed in 2006, and in subsequent years, more and more organizations—representing a range of industries—also rallied behind the effort, helping to firmly establish it as an annual opportunity to reinforce to employers and employees alike that “working drug free works.”

Today, employers and stakeholders for safe and healthy workplaces, promote this...

Hello everyone!  We are excited that our workplace prevention forum is now open. We will post information, news, resources, research, and much more, as we move forward.  This is the place to voice your questions  and to participate in discussions regarding substance abuse prevention in your work environment.

Best regards,

Karen Belanger, Moderator