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Ohio Drug-Free Workplace

Ohio has established a Drug-Free Workplace Program designed to improve worker safety and productivity and to reduce workplace accidents and injuries resulting from alcohol and drug abuse. This program encourages employers to implement drug-free policies and practices in their workplaces. Key components typically include:

1. **Written Policy:** Employers are encouraged to develop and communicate a clear, written policy on drug and alcohol use in the workplace, outlining prohibited behaviors and the consequences of policy violations.

2. **Employee Education:** Educational programs are provided to employees to inform them about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse, the specifics of the employer's drug-free workplace policy, and any available drug and alcohol counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs.

3. **Supervisor Training:** Supervisors may receive training to help them recognize and deal with employees who may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, including how to document and handle such situations in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

4. **Drug and Alcohol Testing:** The program may include provisions for drug and alcohol testing of employees, under certain circumstances such as pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, and follow-up testing, in compliance with state and federal laws.

5. **Assistance Programs:** Employers might offer resources for employees struggling with substance abuse, such as referrals to employee assistance programs (EAPs) or substance abuse professionals (SAPs), and information about rehabilitation and counseling services.

By adhering to these guidelines, employers in Ohio can create safer, healthier, and more productive workplaces while also potentially qualifying for certain incentives, such as discounts on workers' compensation insurance premiums. It's important for both employers and employees to be aware of and understand the specifics of their company's drug-free workplace policy and the state's regulations on this matter.