How to Identify and Address Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace
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With 4% of all work related deaths being attributable to alcohol, and 2.5% of employees attending work under the influence of illicit drugs, can you be sure your workplace is risk free?
Drug and alcohol addiction of employees has far wider implications than just on the health of the user. It affects workplace productivity, it can influence absenteeism, and can significantly increase the risk of accidents or injury in the workplace.
Attend our Drug and Alcohol in the Workplace seminar and you’ll be provided with an understanding of how to identify the tell tale signs of drug and alcohol use at work, how drug and alcohol use affects your workplace, and how to address usage in a legal context.
What we’ll cover
- The physical and psychological effects of drugs and alcohol on users
- How to identify employees that are under the influence of illicit drugs or alcohol
- The impact of substance use on productivity
- Practical strategies that can address usage and addiction, reduce workplace risk, and treatment options
- Understand your legal responsibilities as an employer
Who should attend
Anyone involved in the employment process, HR Managers, OHS Directors
About Konekt
Konekt is the largest private sector provider of workplace health solutions in Australia. Our focus is on helping businesses like yours minimise the impact of workplace injury and related workplace costs, resulting in reduced workers’ compensation premiums.
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To find out how Konekt can help you identify and address drug use in your workplace, call or email your local Konekt branch today.
In 2007, the median time lost from work for male employees was 3.6 working weeks and for female employees 4.5 working weeks. 
