The Drug Free Workplace FREE...Ken Scroggs LPC, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP 3 Training Objectives By the end of...

Ken Scroggs LPC, LCSW, LMFT,

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 or 855-720-2273


CEAP 2

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, and

b. Operated appropriately

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


CEAP 3

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 misuse

3. Know the behaviors leading to “reasonable suspicion”

4. Know the legal issues surrounding this policy

5. Use the Employee Assistance Program, EAP, as a valuable referral source


CEAP 4

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


CEAP 5

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)


CEAP 6

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.


CEAP 7

Who Will Be Randomly Tested?

Know if your policy

includes Random

Testing

Most policies include

CDL Employees

Safety Sensitive

Employees

Check with HR Dept


CEAP 8

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.


CEAP 9

If Employee Refuses To Test

1. Refusal is considered a violation of policy

2. Ask to submit to test again

3. Explain that refusal will lead to termination for insubordination

4. Always contact Human Resources!


CEAP 10

Responsibility

1. Supervisor or designee should transport persons to testing facility

2. Employee must not eat or drink anything once notified

3. Employee should be taken within 2-hours after notification

4. Employee cannot opt out of test once notified

11

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

12

Drug Testing Procedures Urinalysis 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 testing

Chain of Custody & Control form completed, Medical Review Officer involved

Screening test on sample


CEAP 13

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)


CEAP 14

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


CEAP 15

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


CEAP 16

Short-Term Objective Facts

Observable physical evidence (drugs and paraphernalia)

Symptoms of drug use and/or alcohol misuse

Unstable walking Poor physical coordination Bloodshot or watery eyes Hand tremors


CEAP 17

Short-Term Objective Facts Combative behavior Unusual restlessness Disorientation Dilated or constricted pupils Slow reactions or slurred speech performance or behavior problems

associated with illicit drug use or alcohol misuse. However, long-term indicators may not, alone, be grounds for reasonable suspicion.

18

Long-Term Objective Facts Work performance problems (quality and

quantity) Personality changes

Moodiness Aggressiveness Depression Fearfulness Paranoia Anxiety

Chronic problems Tardiness Absenteeism (Mondays, after holidays, and

paydays)


CEAP 19

Long-Term Objective Facts, con. Chronic problems

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

20

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


CEAP 21

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


CEAP 22

Effects of a Hangover

Headache

Nausea

Dizziness

Dry throat

Eye ache

Shaking


CEAP 23

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


CEAP 24

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


CEAP 25

Skills Impaired By A Hangover

Concentration

Reflexes

Professionalism

Coordination

Judgment

Politeness

Perception

Comprehension


CEAP 26

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


CEAP 27

Common Names For Marijuana

Pot

Grass

Weed

Joint

Reefer

Dope

Roach

Hash

Bud

Mary Jane


CEAP 28

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


CEAP 29

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


CEAP 30

Personal Characteristics

Associated With Cocaine Use

False sense of power, control,

alertness, well-being, confidence, and

strength

Impulsive

Unpredictable

Paranoid

Reckless


CEAP 31

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


CEAP 32

Effects of Crack Use

Short, intense high

Abrupt halt to high

Deep depression

Intense craving for more drug


CEAP 33

Common Names For Cocaine

Coke

Blow

Snow

Speedball

Flake

Crack

Freebase

Base

Rock

Snort

Eightball

Toot


CEAP 34

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


CEAP 35

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


CEAP 36

After-Effects of Amphetamine Use Depression

Confusion

Intense Fatigue


CEAP 37

Characteristics of Methamphetamines Synthetic drug

Stimulates movement and speed

Generates feelings of excitement

Results in nervousness, insomnia, and paranoia

Post use depression, fatigue, and inability to experience pleasure

Addictive


CEAP 38

Amphetamines/Methamphetamines Common Street Names

Speed

Uppers

Poppers

Meth

Bennies

Crank

White crosses

Ecstasy

Dexies

Crystal

Juice

Black beauties


CEAP 39

Effects of Opiate Use

Relief of pain

Drowsiness

Restlessness

Indifference

Relaxation

Slow reflexes

Accident prone


CEAP 40

Common Street Names for Opiates Heroin

Black tar

Tar

Opium

Horse

Morphine

Smack

Mexican brown

Tylenol-III

China white

41

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


CEAP 42

Other Hallucinogens

LSD

Peyote

Mescaline

Psilocybin


CEAP 43

Effects Common To All Hallucinogens Distorts reality

Unpredictable

Potential for flashbacks

Inability to perform job duties


CEAP 44

Commonly Prescribed Drugs

Tranquilizers

Barbiturates

Narcotics

Hypnotics

Antihistamines


CEAP 45

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


CEAP 46

Employee Responsibility: Prescription Drugs (cont.)

Determine whether or not they should report to work

Take the medication exactly as prescribed


CEAP 47

Skills Commonly Affected By Prescription Drugs

Concentration

Coordination

Alertness

Judgment

48

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


CEAP 49

Responsible Use Of Over-The Counter Drugs Read label

Check for warnings

Consult with physician or pharmacist

Make informed decisions regarding fitness for work

Take as directed


CEAP 50

Commonly Used Inhalants

Glue

Gasoline

Paint thinner

Cleaners


CEAP 51

Effects of Inhalant Use

Drowsiness

Lightheadedness

Numbness

Irritability

Unpredictable behavior

52

FACT The intent of the Drug Free

Workplace program is to help maintain a safe and productive workplace for all employees.


CEAP 53

Wrap Up 1. Why policy was changed 2. Legal concerns of policy 3. Review of revised policy 4. Steps to follow to report on-the-job-

accident 5. Drugs we test for and their effect on the

body 6. Behavioral indicators to look for 7. Q & A


CEAP 54

Always Remember

Contact the Human Resources Dept. for

help and answers to your questions

EAP Works provides free, confidential

counseling for employees and

dependents – call 770-449-1111 or

855-720-2273


CEAP 55

The Drug Free Workplace

EAP Works a division of North Pines Center, Inc.

Ken Scroggs LPC, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP

770-449-1111 or 855-720-2273

The Drug Free Workplace FREE...Ken Scroggs LPC, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP 3 Training Objectives By the end of...

Documents

Transcript of The Drug Free Workplace FREE...Ken Scroggs LPC, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP 3 Training Objectives By the end of...