Ken Scroggs LPC, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP1 The Drug Free Workplace EAP Works a division of North Pines...

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Ken Scroggs LPC, LCSW, LM FT, CEAP 1 The Drug Free Workplace EAP Works a division of North Pines Center, Inc. CEO, Ken Scroggs LPC, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP 770-449-1111

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The Drug Free Workplace

EAP Works a division of North Pines Center, Inc.

CEO, Ken Scroggs LPC, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP

770-449-1111

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Primary Objectives

1. Provide a safe, healthy, and secure workplace;2. Ensure that all employees perform their job

duties in a safe, efficient and productive manner; 3. Ensure equipment and facilities do not pose

undue risk or harm:a. Properly maintained, andb. Operated appropriately

4. “Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace” policy protects health, safety, & welfare of employees and citizens

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Training Objectives

By the end of this class, you will be able to:1. Effectively discuss Drug Free Workplace policy 2. Identify signs and symptoms of possible drug use

and alcohol misuse3. Know how to document behaviors leading to

“reasonable suspicion” 4. Know the legal issues surrounding this policy5. Use the Employee Assistance Program, EAP, as

a valuable referral source

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For Your Safety These Tests Have Been Made Legal

1. Pre-Employment

2. Random (optional, check with your HR dept)

3. After-Care

4. Return to Duty

5. Reasonable Suspicion

6. Post Accident

7. Consent

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Substances We Test For & Related Indicators

1. Marijuana (slow reaction time/lack of coordination)2. Cocaine (dilated pupils/runny nose)3. Amphetamines (restless/talkative)4. Methamphetamines (nervousness/excitement)5. Opiates (restlessness/drowsiness)6. Phencyclidine (lack of concentration/mood swings)7. Alcohol (staggering/slurred speech)8. Other controlled substances

(drowsiness/jitters/impaired vision)

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What Is Reasonable Suspicion? Circumstances that would cause a reasonable

person to believe that it is more likely than not that a person has used drugs or misused alcohol in violation of the policy.

Factors include: job performance, speech, appearance, behavior, odor, pattern of unsafe behavior, demonstrably unsafe behavior for which there is no reasonable explanation, direct observation, credible information provided by others, possession of substance, etc.

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Who Will Be Randomly Tested?

Know if your policy includes Random Testing

Most policies include CDL Employees Safety Sensitive

Employees Check with HR Dept

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SUPERVISORS ARE THE FRONT LINE!!!

Responsible for: Realizing and recognizing potential problem(s) Looking for indicators

We rely on you for: Documenting changes over time Having multiple indicators, since taken alone, each

indicator could be caused by something other than substance abuse

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Prohibited Conduct

1. Unauthorized use, possession, sale, or solicitation,

2. Hindering, obstructing or refusing to undergo a drug or alcohol test,

3. Tampering with a sample,

4. Impaired ability to satisfactorily or safely perform job duties,

5. Abusing or misusing prescription drugs or over the counter medication.

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Your Responsibility Job Performance/Workplace Behavior

Process:1. Observe Behavior2. Immediately document behaviors

observed3. Talk privately to employee about

concerns and observation4. Let employee respond5. Ask to submit to “fitness-for-duty” urine

screening test6. Maintain Confidentiality

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If Employee Refuses To Test

1. Explain that action is in violation of policy

2. Ask to submit to test again3. Explain that refusal will lead to

termination for insubordination4. Always contact Human

Resources!

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Responsibility1. Supervisor or designee should

transport persons to testing facility2. Employee must not eat or drink

anything once notified3. Employee should be taken within

2-hours after notification4. Employee cannot opt out of test

once notified

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Behaviors to Anticipate Denial

Denial of problem Claims someone is after him/her

Threats Threatens to go to attorney Makes scene Threatens to quit

Rationalization Makes excuses for behavior

Angry Outburst Becomes angry Crying Screaming Yelling

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Remember These 5 Steps

1. Know importance of your role2. Know policy to explain to

employees3. Recommend EAP counseling also4. Focus on job performance issues

and/or behavioral concerns5. Follow up with employee

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Alcohol Testing Procedures

Breathalyzer used to determine if alcohol is present in the body and the concentration level:

First test is a screening test Second test is a confirmation test

Alcohol Concentration level: .01 or higher (retest)

Alcohol Concentration level .04 or higher Presumed violation, severe disciplinary

action Medical Review Officer (MRO) is not

involved since it is not a medical procedure

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Drug Testing ProceduresUrinalysis done to detect drug use

Sample provided by employee Temperature of sample taken Sample observed for

impurities/discolorations Sample sealed, tagged, and initialed Sample sent to NIDA approved lab

for testingChain of Custody & Control form

completed, Medical Review Officer involved

Screening test on sample

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Important Things To Know! Alcohol test results of .04 or higher

Employee presumed to be in violation of policy

Any detectible amount of drugs creates presumption employee is in violation of policy

Discipline for any violation of policy is gross misconduct and will result in severe disciplinary action

After testing for reasonable suspicion, send home on paid leave until HR notify director of results

SEEK EMPLOYEE CONSENT BEFORE TESTING!!! (If Reasonable Suspicion or Random Selection, you do not need consent, but nice to ask)

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Silence Is Golden

Only authorized person(s) will be notified of test results

Violation of confidentiality is considered gross misconduct and appropriate disciplinary action will follow

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Testing Facility Location Check with your HR dept

for the approved testing location

Most often the company provides you the paperwork to take with you to the testing site

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Effective Supervisor Guidelines

Be Attentive Accidents Frequent lateness Mood swings

Observant Specific aspect of job performance lacking

Immediately Document Focus on Job Performance

Don’t judge (don’t accuse, review observations/concerns)

Don’t diagnose Don’t counsel Don’t make promises

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Effective Supervisor Guidelines

Be Thoughtful Stay non-judgmental Recognize employee’s point of view

Be straightforward Stick to facts Don’t get sidetracked

Be Consistent Follow same procedures for everyone

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Effective Supervisor Guidelines, con.

Maintain Confidentiality Talk privately to employee Keep conversation private Don’t review or discuss circumstances with anyone

who does not have a need to know

Refer Encourage using EAP counseling benefits for

personal problems; alcohol, drugs, divorce, grief, parenting, etc.

Follow Up Assess employee’s work performance for a period

of time. One year is often recommended

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What Must Be EvaluatedTo make a reasonable suspicion

determination, a supervisor must evaluate:

Specific, contemporaneous and articulate observations concerning appearance, behavior, speech, or body odors of the employee consistent with possible drug use or alcohol misuse

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Typical Supervisory ConcernsLoss of employee confidence/support Jeopardizing employee’s ability to

make a livingDo not like confrontationPossible loss of productivityLack of training Fear of personal safety

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Training Will Include Role and responsibility of supervisors How to recognize signs and symptoms of

drug use How to recognize signs and symptoms of

alcohol misuse Short-term indicators Long-term indicators Initiating, substantiating and documenting Employee Intervention Record keeping/documenting event

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Short-Term Objective FactsObservable physical evidence

(drugs and paraphernalia)Symptoms of drug use and/or

alcohol misuseUnstable walkingPoor physical coordinationBloodshot or watery eyesHand tremors

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Short-Term Objective Facts (cont.)Combative behaviorUnusual restlessnessDisorientationDilated or constricted pupilsSlow reactions or slurred speech

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Long-Term Objective FactsDue to lack of frequent contact by

supervisors, long-term indicators are more reliable when documenting performance or behavior problems associated with illicit drug use or alcohol misuse. However, long-term indicators may not, alone, be grounds for reasonable suspicion.

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Long-Term Objective Facts (cont.) Work performance problems (quality and

quantity) Personality changes

Moodiness Aggressiveness Depression Fearfulness Paranoia Anxiety

Chronic problems Tardiness Absenteeism (Mondays, after holidays, and paydays)

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Long-Term Objective Facts (cont.) Chronic problems (cont.)

Leaves work without notice Accidents Poor judgment Difficulty in concentrating Gives improbable excuses for absences

Personal hygiene and physical appearance Social withdrawal

Isolation Overreaction to criticism Lack of eye contact

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Effects of Alcohol Consumption Flushing Dizziness Dulling of senses Impairment of coordination, reflexes, memory,

and judgment Loss of inhibitions Staggering Slurred speech Double Vision Sudden mood changes Unconsciousness

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Alcohol Consumption Health Risks Alcoholism Cancers or the liver,

stomach, colon, larynx, esophagus, and breast

Brain damage High blood pressure,

heart attacks, and strokes

Stomach and duodenal ulcers

Colitis

Alcohol hepatitis and cirrhosis of the liver

Impotence and infertility

Birth defects and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Premature aging Kidney damage Pancreas damage

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Effects of a HangoverHeadacheNauseaDizzinessDry throatEye acheShaking

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Skills Impaired by Alcohol Use Vision – ability to see the whole field of

vision Reaction time – ability to recognize and

respond quickly Concentration – attention span is limited Coordination - ability to physically

control a vehicle is affected Reflexes - the body’s ability to respond

to the brain’s commands is slowed

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Skills Impaired by Alcohol Use (cont.)Perception - the brain’s ability to

recognize visual images is slowed Judgment - the person’s ability to

understand what is going on is impaired

Comprehension - the brain’s ability to understand what is going on is impaired

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Skills Impaired By A Hangover Concentration Reflexes Professionalism Coordination Judgment Politeness Perception Comprehension

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Effects Of Marijuana Slows reaction time Decreases awareness

of the road Decreases awareness

of vehicle control Reduces peripheral

vision Diminishes estimates

of time and distance Impairs coordination

Impairs judgment Impairs concentration Diminishes capacity

to perform complex functions

Reduces short term memory

Reduces awareness and perception of diminished skill levels

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Common Names For Marijuana Pot Grass Weed Joint Reefer

Dope Roach Hash Bud Mary Jane

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Marijuana Use Facts The amount of marijuana required to

generate a high depends on: THC content of the marijuana Individual’s weight, height, and body type

Driving skills are impaired for 4 to 6 hours after smoking one joint, but some people show effects for up to 24 hours

The THC may stay in a person’s system for up to 30 days or longer

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Health Risks of Cocaine Use Accelerated heart rate Constricted blood

vessels Dilated pupils Increased blood

pressure Nasal congestion Runny nose Disintegration of

mucus membranes of the nose

Addiction Seizures Cardiac arrest Respiratory alert Stroke Death Collapsed nasal

septum

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Personal Characteristics Associated With Cocaine UseFalse sense of power, control,

alertness, well-being, confidence, and strength

ImpulsiveUnpredictableParanoidReckless

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After-Effects of Cocaine Use Restlessness Anxiety Depression Exhaustion Mental Fatigue Irritability Paranoia Intensive craving for drug Preoccupation with drug Overall discomfort

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Effects of Crack UseShort, intense highAbrupt halt to highDeep depression Intense craving for more drug

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Common Names For Cocaine Coke Blow Snow Speedball Flake Crack

Freebase Base Rock Snort Eightball Toot

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Potential Victims of Cocaine Use By CDL/Safety Sensitive Employees

Passengers Others on the road Co-workers Public confidence Drug user User’s family User’s friends Pedestrians Society

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Effects of Amphetamine Use Restlessness Irritability Talkativeness Tenseness Hyperactivity Violent behavior Impaired

judgment

False sense of alertness

Diminished concentration

Over self-confidence Psychological

addiction Brain damage Suicidal depression

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After-Effects of Amphetamine UseDepressionConfusion Intense Fatigue

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Characteristics of MethamphetaminesSynthetic drugStimulates movement and speedGenerates feelings of excitementResults in nervousness, insomnia,

and paranoiaPost use depression, fatigue, and

inability to experience pleasureAddictive

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Amphetamines/Methamphetamines Common

Street Names

Speed Uppers Poppers Meth Bennies Crank

White crosses Ecstasy Dexies Crystal Juice Black beauties

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Effects of Opiate UseRelief of painDrowsinessRestlessness IndifferenceRelaxationSlow reflexesAccident prone

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Common Street Names for Opiates Heroin Black tar Tar Opium Horse

Morphine Smack Mexican brown Tylenol-III China white

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Effects of Phencyclidine Use Unpredictable

behavior Departure from

reality Memory loss Diminished

concentration Decreased sensitivity

to pain Extreme violence Distorts hearing,

smell, taste, touch, and visual senses

Alters mood and consciousness

Disorientation Disturbed

perception Impaired judgment Temporary insanity Suicidal behavior

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Other HallucinogensLSDPeyoteMescalinePsilocybin

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Effects Common To All HallucinogensDistorts reality

Unpredictable

Potential for flashbacks

Inability to perform job duties

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Commonly Prescribed Drugs

TranquilizersBarbituratesNarcoticsHypnoticsAntihistamines

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Employee Responsibility: Prescription Drugs Make sure their physician is aware of

their medical history and any other drugs they are currently taking

Inform their physician about their job duties and ask if the prescribed drug will affect their ability to carry out these functions

Discuss other treatment options with their physician, if appropriate

Check warning labels

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Employee Responsibility: Prescription Drugs (cont.)

Determine whether or not they should report to work

Take the medication exactly as prescribed

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Skills Commonly Affected By Prescription Drugs Concentration

Coordination

Alertness

Judgment

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Over-The-Counter Drugs That May Impair Performance Antihistamines

Drowsiness Slowed reactions Impaired vision

Stimulants Jitteriness Diminished concentration False sense of alertness Irritability Post-high fatigue

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Responsible Use Of Over-The Counter DrugsRead labelCheck for warningsConsult with physician or

pharmacistMake informed decisions regarding

fitness for workTake as directed

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Commonly Used InhalantsGlueGasolinePaint thinnerCleaners

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Effects of Inhalant UseDrowsinessLightheadednessNumbness IrritabilityUnpredictable behavior

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FACT The intent of the program, as it applies to

reasonable suspicion testing, is to provide supervisors with another resource to help them ensure that safety-sensitive employees are fit for duty Fitness for duty is a prerequisite for safety!

Supervisors are on the front-line in identifying substance abuse in the workplace

Supervisors are not expected to be police or experts in substance abuse

Supervisors are expected to protect the safety of the general public as well as employees

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Fact (cont.) The supervisors role is to help orient, train,

and inform employees about the policy, and to determine when there is reasonable suspicion for testing

Supervisors are expected to determine fitness for duty, not what substances an employee may be abusing

Supervisors should not be concerned with the problems an employee is facing in his/her personal life unless it affects job performance and public safety

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Fact (cont.) Supervisors are expected to be able to

articulate and substantiate specific behavioral performance or physical indicators of prohibited drug use and alcohol misuse, but it is not the supervisor’s responsibility to “diagnose” the individual

Supervisors must remember that a referral for a reasonable suspicion test is not an accusation. It is merely a request for objective data for use in identifying the underlying cause of observed behavior

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Fact (cont.)The interaction with the employee

and all information about the test result should be handled with the strictest confidentiality, and with respect for the employee’s privacy

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Wrap Up1. Why policy was changed2. Legal concerns of policy3. Review of revised policy4. Steps to follow to report on-the-job-

accident5. Drugs we test for and their effect on

the body6. Behavioral indicators to look for7. Q & A

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Always Remember Contact the Human Resources Dept. for

help and answers to your questionsEAP Works provides free, confidential

counseling for employees and dependents – 770-449-1111

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