Code No: 403.3R1
SUBSTANCE-FREE WORKPLACE REGULATION
A superintendent who suspects an employee has a substance abuse problem will follow these procedures:
- Identification – the superintendent will document the evidence the superintendent has which leads the superintendent to conclude the employee has violated the Substance-Free Workplace policy. After the superintendent has determined there has been a violation of the Substance-Free Workplace policy, the superintendent will discuss the problem with the employee.
- Discipline – if, after the discussion with the employee, the superintendent determines there has been a violation of the Substance-Free Workplace policy, the superintendent may recommend discipline up to and including termination or may recommend the employee seek substance abuse treatment. Participation in a substance abuse treatment program is voluntary. In addition, employees are encouraged to use the district’s Employee Assistance Program.
- Failure to participate in referral – if the employee refuses to participate in a substance abuse treatment program or if the employee does not successfully complete a substance abuse treatment program, the employee may be subject to discipline up to and including termination.
- Conviction – if an employee is convicted of a criminal drug offense committed in the workplace, the employee must notify the employer of the conviction within five days of the conviction.
Approved__________
Reviewed 7/26/99
Reviewed 12/19/02
Revised 1/6/03
Reviewed 1/7/08
Revised 7/21/14
