DRUG & ALCOHOL USE
WDLT recognizes alcohol may be served at both work-sponsored and/or work-
related functions. Employees are expected to be responsible and use proper
judgment in the consumption of alcohol at work-sponsored events and those
events at which they are acting as a WDLT representative.
Illegal Drugs: Substances whose use or possession is prohibited by federal law.
Controlled Substances: Drugs regulated under the Controlled Substances Act,
including but not limited to narcotics, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, and
marijuana.
Under the Influence: Having a detectable level of alcohol, illegal drugs,
controlled substances, or marijuana in one's system impairing job performance or
pose a safety risk.
Reasonable Suspicion: A belief based on objective and specific facts an employee
may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, including but not limited to:
Observable behavior, such as direct witness of drug or alcohol use or
possession and/or the physical symptoms of being under the influence of
drugs or alcohol (e.g., slurred speech, unsteady gait, impaired coordination)
Abnormal conduct or erratic behavior while at work or a significant
deterioration in work performance
A report of drug or alcohol use, provided by a reliable and credible source
Evidence staff has tampered with a drug or alcohol test
Information an employee has caused, contributed to, or been involved in an
accident while at work coupled with other factors contributing to reasonable
suspicion
Evidence an employee has used, possessed, sold, solicited, or transferred drugs
or alcohol while working or while on WDLT’s premises or while operating
WDLT’s vehicle, machinery, or equipment