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Sample post-accident workflow To help organizations interested in taking the next step toward developing or revising a post-accident testing policy, below is a simplified workflow to help illustrate the core, high-level program components.
Step 1: Determine when to test. Tere are significant differences when test- ing options may be required, and different criterion used for post-accident testing if
According to a National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) study, substance abusers are up to four times more likely to be involved in on-the-job accidents.
operating in multiple states. It is imperative to understand when testing is warranted, and then to ensure the proper procedures are followed. Te criteria for post-accident testing are typically outlined in an organiza- tion’s Substance Abuse Policy, which should be carefully reviewed and understood.
Step 2: Obtain appropriate management approval.
It is common to require that all accidents be reported to a designed company representative for notification purposes as well as assessment to properly determine if testing should take place.
Step 3: Notify employee of the required test.
If the incident meets the criteria that would mandate a test, notification and instruc- tions to proceed for testing should be provided to the employee. If an incident does not meet the testing requirements and the decision not to require a test is made, proper documentation of this assessment should be maintained.
Step 4: Determine if medical assistance is needed.
While discussing the incident with the employee as outlined in Step 2 above, it should be determined if medical treat- ment may be necessary. The employee’s physical well-being should always be a higher priority than conducting a drug test, thus medical treatment must be attended to first. Also, at this time, it would be appropriate to determine if safe transportation to the collections facility will be necessary.
Step 5: Notify the collection site. Depending upon the situation that evolves, it may be best to call ahead to the collec- tion site to inform them that an employee will be arriving, along with the reason and services needed. In the event the accident occurred outside of the established testing facility, organizations should refer to their
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contingency plan in locating a site to ensure testing takes place.
Step 6: Provide employee with the appropriate testing materials.
Specific forms and information are usu- ally required by the employer and the collection site, such as: 1) Custody and Control Form (CCF); 2) Collection Site Instruction Sheet; or 3) Test Appoint- ment Form.
Step 7: Complete post- accident report.
As soon as possible, the designated com- pany representative should complete a detailed report surrounding the incident and file according to company policy.
The foregoing article is not offered as busi- ness, legal or medical/scientific advice but is instead offered for informational purposes only. The foregoing commentary is there- fore not intended as a substitute for the legal advice of an attorney knowledgeable of the user’s individual circumstances. No assurances are made regarding the accuracy, completeness, currency or utility of the fore- going information. Legislative, regulatory and case law developments regularly impact on general research and the science in this area is evolving rapidly. ❚
A graduate of Smith College and the Universi- ty of Connecticut, School of Law and licensed to practice law in the State of Connecticut, Josephine is a member of the First Advan- tage, A Symphony Technology Group Com- pany, Legal Team. Josephine also holds a Masters in Business Administration—Human Resources Graduate Degree from Thomas College. She is a qualified Specimen Collector and Certified Breath Alcohol Test Technician. Josephine has been engaged in workplace drug testing since 1989 and combines nearly three decades of business experience, jurisprudence, entrepreneurship, and industry insight in her daily Industry work.
summer 2014
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