WDLT Employee Handbook

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DRUG & ALCOHOL USE

Employee Responsibilities:

All employees must report to work fit for duty and free from the influence of

alcohol and illegal drugs, including marijuana. Employees must notify their

manager if they are taking any medication, including legally prescribed medical

marijuana, that may affect their ability to safely perform their job duties.

Employees must adhere to all federal, state, and local laws regarding drugs and

alcohol.

Manager Responsibilities:

Managers must be knowledgeable about the contents of this policy and ensure

they and their team members understand and adhere to it

Managers must observe and document any signs of employee drug or alcohol

use and any indication there is reasonable suspicion to conclude an employee

may be impaired

Managers should promptly contact their immediate manager, Program

Director or Human Resources (HR) if they observe behaviors or symptoms

suggesting an employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. At no time

should a manager send an employee for drug and/or alcohol testing without

consulting with a Program Director or HR prior

Managers must handle all reports of potential policy violations with

confidentiality and professionalism

Managers must ensure any searches of company property and personal

belongings are conducted in accordance with this policy and based on

reasonable suspicion after consultation with a Program Director or HR prior

Managers are responsible for maintaining a safe and drug-free work

environment and should encourage employees to reach out to HR if they are

struggling with substance use issues

Drug and/or Alcohol Testing:

WDLT may conduct drug and/or alcohol testing under any of the following

circumstances:

Reasonable Suspicion Testing: If there is a reasonable suspicion an employee is

under the influence of illegal drugs, alcohol, or marijuana while at work, the

employee may be required to undergo testing.

Random Testing: Certain positions may be subject to random drug and alcohol

testing.

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