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 21, 2024
Small Changes with Big Impact: Supporting Employees in Recovery

Workplaces have a unique opportunity to make subtle yet meaningful adjustments to better support employees who may be in recovery or experiencing challenges. When businesses make small changes in their...
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November 6, 2024
Key Insights on Oral Fluid Drug Testing

Oral fluid drug testing has proven to be scientifically reliable, is endorsed by federal guidelines, and is supported by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). One significant...
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October 28, 2024
Did You Know? Canine Detection Teams Can Help Keep Your Workplace Drug-Free

One innovative approach to maintaining a drug-free workplace that you might not have considered is the use of trained canine detection teams. These specially trained dogs can play a crucial...
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October 7, 2024
What Small Business Owners Need to Know about Fentanyl

As a small business owner, the safety and well-being of your employees are likely among your top priorities. In recent years, the rise of fentanyl has added a new dimension...
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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

Small Changes with Big Impact: Supporting Employees in Recovery

Key Insights on Oral Fluid Drug Testing

Did You Know? Canine Detection Teams Can Help Keep Your Workplace Drug-Free

What Small Business Owners Need to Know about Fentanyl

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