Course Objectives:

• To inform employers, managers, and supervisors how substance abuse affects the construction industry

• To explain the benefits of taking action on substance abuse

• To provide an overview of alcohol and drug abuse amongst working Canadians

• To discuss how alcohol and drugs affect safety

• To provide steps in developing a Substance Abuse Program

• To assist Supervisors in recognizing and dealing effectively with drug and alcohol issues in the workplace

Course Content:

• Goals and objectives of a substance abuse program

• Formal written policy and procedural process

• Communicating the policy

• Pre-employment screenings

• Defining use versus abuse

• Overview of drug use amongst working Canadians

• Supervisor Workshop – Roles and Responsibilities

• Overview of the Canadian Model for Providing a Safe Workplace, Alcohol and Drug Guidelines, and Work Rule