Considering Consequences for Employer Drug-Free Workplace Policy Violations
When creating a drug-free workplace policy, there are a number of key considerations that an employer must make. Among those decisions may be: what drugs will be included, which employees will be included, and the behaviors to be included. While the focus of a policy that prohibits certain behaviors can easily shift to a seemingly negative, punitive consequence, the emphasis of a drug-free workplace policy must remain on safety and health to make this a win-win for all stakeholders.
Considering the possible consequences for a violation to an employers’ drug-free workplace...