HR Folks ???

[bboswell]

If I implement a drug testing policy am I required to have them sign a separate Substance Abuse Prevention Plan or is it sufficient to include the policy in the Employee Handbook and have them sign off that they read and understand the Company Policy as stated in the handbook?

Thanks,

[kfd82]

We have a form they sign when they are issued their employee handbook that says " I have read and understand......" basically just a blanket form.

[txhoghead]

We added it to our handbook as an addendum and had them sign off on it that they read and understood. We included that if you refuse to take the test, grounds for immediate termination. Also any accident will include a drug screen. If you need more info, let me know.

[chongo]

Just create a policy and communicate it to your employees and have them sign off that they have received, read and understand the policy. If you need help drafting a policy or would like one to look over I can email you one.

[bboswell]

Thanks guys.

You have confirmed what I believed but wanted to double check. I have a "go-by" and have also pulled some wording from the net so I think I have it covered.

[blacksunshine]

ever wonder what would happen to policies like this if 'medicinal' mary jane were allowed here?

it would be a free for all, businesses getting sued by the aclu left and right

[kfd82]

ever wonder what would happen to policies like this if 'medicinal' mary jane were allowed here?

it would be a free for all, businesses getting sued by the aclu left and right

It would be a one line addition to the policy.
If it were legalized there would have to be an intoxication limit set ( like .08 for alcohol)

Add "any cannabis in your system over .12345 will be considered in violation of this policy"

Beer is legal, but most can't drink at work or show up intoxicated. MJ would be treated the same.

[blacksunshine]

It would be a one line addition to the policy.
If it were legalized there would have to be an intoxication limit set ( like .08 for alcohol)

Add "any cannabis in your system over .12345 will be considered in violation of this policy"

Beer is legal, but most can't drink at work or show up intoxicated. MJ would be treated the same.

that would necessitate something to test with and a certified test giver. I think that Texas being an at will state, that would all be a mute issue, right?

[Buckshot-73]

As a CDL driver,it is understood that I am subject to random testing,along with yearly recertification.. That said,I still had to sign a paper stating the policy.

Most companies use a third party testing facility,such as concentra.

[Tmag]

Our's is separate and 3 different pages.(pre-employment consent, company program consent, DOT required training) We have a DOT program here and we want to be sure we are covered from all angles. I go over each page and explain before siging so there is no confusion on the program. Also, have a witness signature place on our form. May be overkill but I don't want any loop holes.

[chongo]

that would necessitate something to test with and a certified test giver. I think that Texas being an at will state, that would all be a mute issue, right?

I am not aware of any company that does not use a third party company for drug tests and all tests are or should be reviewed by an MRO. KFD is right, a quick update to the policy would be all that is needed.

[HoytsandMustang]

Pm sent

[chongo]

Read this article earlier today and thought it would be worth posting here.

Up in smoke: ADA protection for Medical Marijuana Use