Workplace drug and alcohol testing is
not used for or intended to be used to “get rid” of employees. Properly administered programs are designed to maintain or enhance safety and to provide assistance for employees who may have substance abuse issues. An employer has the right to manage their workplace. Tey are entitled to prohibit drugs and alcohol in the workplace, set reasonable performance expectations, and to expect employees to not be impaired, under the influence or above standards while working. The opinions expressed are my own
and the above information is not com- plete and is intended to stimulate discus- sion and awareness of the various issues.
The best advice that I can give
anyone is not to be afraid of drug and alcohol testing in Canada but ensure you are doing it for the right reasons and be aware of your responsibilities in the area of “Duty to Accommodate”. Properly administered programs benefit the employer, employee, employee families and our communities. ❚
Ed Secondiak is President of ECS Safety Services Ltd. which he founded in 1995 after retiring from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Ed has been involved in all aspects of drug and alcohol testing across Canada including providing Expert Evidence in legal proceedings.
Workplace drug and alcohol testing is not used for or intended to be used to “get rid” of employees.
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