Who is Required to Have a Drug-Free Workplace Policy?
• Any recipient of a federal grant or a federal contract valued at $25,000 or more. • Any recipient of a subcontract that includes a drug-free workplace requirement. • An employer who is subject to any federal agency regulation, such as those of the Department of Transportation, the Department of Defense, or the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The Employer s First Step Employers must establish a clear policy, so that employees will know what is expected of them and what they can expect the employer. Drawing Up a Drug-Free Workplace Policy? The Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Delaware County in Delhi can help develop a policy to fit the particular needs of an employer and employees. The Elements of a Drug-Free Workplace Policy A well-designed policy should: • Explain why a policy is needed and important. • Make it clear that substance abuse on the job (and off the job if it effects job performance and behavior) violates company policy. • State specific consequences for violating the po
