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ASSOCIATIONINSIGHT Portable Sanitation Association International News BIWEEKLY EDITION NOVEMBER 25, 2020 Page 15 Sample This sample policy is provided for illustrative purposes only. Please consult an attorney licensed in your state to tailor a policy that is appropriate for your company. Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy Continued on page 19 To ensure the health and safety of its employees, clients and property [company name] is dedicated to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All employees are required to perform their job duties unimpaired by any substance including illegal drugs, alcohol, or legal substances that may adversely impact the employee's ability to safely perform work-related duties. "Under the influence" as used in this policy refers to the presence of any measurable amount of alcohol, any illegal substance, or any legal substance that the employee is using in a manner that is not authorized or lawful. Pre-employment drug screening is required of all job applicants following an offer of employment and prior to beginning work at [company name]. Alcohol The possession of alcohol, working while under the influence of alcohol, or drinking alcohol while on company premises, in company vehicles, job sites or "on duty" in any manner is strictly prohibited. Illegal Drugs The company has absolutely no tolerance for illegal drugs. Possessing, selling, buying, manufacturing, distributing, using or working while under the influence of any illegal, mind-altering, or non-prescribed controlled substance or paraphernalia while on company premises, in company vehicles or anywhere conducting company business is prohibited and may result in immediate removal from the premises and/or the termination of your employment. Please note: under federal law marijuana and its derivatives in any form are considered illegal substances regardless of whether they have been prescribed by a physician or are otherwise legal in [state]. Consequently, the company considers marijuana an illegal drug even if medically prescribed. Misuse of Legal Drugs Even prescription and over the counter drugs can be misused. All such substances must be used as directed only and must not impair or interfere with your judgment or conduct at any time that you are on company premises or while conducting company business. Only the person for whom a prescription is issued can bring that medication on company property. An employee being treated with a drug or controlled substance that might in any way impair the employee's judgment, conduct, or abilities must provide medical certification from the prescribing physician indicating that the employee is released for work. The company reserves the right to reassign any employee whose use of a prescribed drug could present a danger to the employee or others while operating equipment or otherwise carrying out job duties. Misuse of legal drugs is prohibited and may result in immediate removal from the premises, and/or the termination of your employment.