Alcoholism: A disease in which alcohol disrupts
one’s normal life. Health care costs for alcoholic employees and drug abusers
are 300 percent higher than for non-alcoholics and nonabusers.
The Legal Side of Workplace Substance Abuse
Recovering drug addicts and alcoholics are covered
by the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Employers with federal contracts
exceeding $25,000 must comply with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.
Referral and Rehabilitation
How to assist an abusing employee
Don’t accuse the employee; offer help after the
employee self-admits the problem.Don’t “play doctor.” Refer the employee to an
employee assistance program (EAP) or community resources for rehabilitation.
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