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Managing AOD in the Workplace Preventing Risk – Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) testing CHRIS ANDONY – WA SALES ASSOCIATE World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 2
Statistics Fatalities = 194 Western Aussies 194 32% were alcohol related. Total +38% increase on preceding five-year average. fatalities Critical injuries = 159 Western Aussies 159 32% were alcohol related. Total +38% increase on preceding five-year average. critical injuries Source: Preliminary fatal and critical injuries summary 2016 statistics from the 2016 Summary, Road Safety Commission. World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 3
Statistics Alcohol involvement is 1 in 6 World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 4
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WHY SHOULD YOU ACT ON WORKPLACE ALCOHOL AND DRUG ISSUES? World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 6
Rationale WHY SHOULD YOU ACT …IT IS VERY COMMON % Estimates for prevalence of drug use across industry Hospitality Retail Administration Transport Construction Mining 31% 20.7% 12.3% 18.3% 24.1% 12% World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 7
Rationale Alcohol use contributes to 5 percent of all Australian workplace deaths and 25 percent of workplace accidents POLICY TALK, AUSTRALIAN DRUG FOUNDATION JUNE 2014 World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 8
Rationale: Economic Impacts $3.6 billion a year This is the estimated cost to Australian workplaces due to Alcohol and drug use in the workplace. These financial costs vary and can include: � Accidents, injuries and fatalities � Criminal investigations, fines. � Productivity loss � Imprisonment. � Absenteeism � Brand damage and � Staff turnover reputational damage. � Legal claims costs � Disruption to customers. � Costly damage to plant and equipment World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 9
AOD in the Workplace Guidelines for Developing, Implementing and Maintaining an AOD Policy World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 10
What does a AOD policy do? � Provide a safe work environment . � Helps to define what is expected from ALL employees . � Define limits – explain Zero Tolerance . � Deter alcohol and drug impairment. � Explain testing method (breath, urine, oral fluids etc.). � Explain consequences of testing positive. � Educate/assist employees : especially about ‘standard’ drinks and morning-after readings. Consider employee assistance program. World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 11
AOD targets which risk group? ALL employees and age groups carry levels of probable risk. World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 12
Employer: Rights & Obligations � Provide a safe workplace . � Identifies potential hazards. � Provide safe work systems, procedures . � Reviews processes on a regular basis for risk control measurement. � Informs, instructs, trains and supervises � Ensures that employees are properly all employees . trained and supervised . � Has a employee consultation process . � Ensures that OHS concerns are promptly � Processes for identifying hazards, referred to decision makers . assessing and eliminating risks. � Ensures the safety of people other than � Approaches infringing staff with staff who are at the work site. restraint and good manners . World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 13
Employee: Rights & Obligations � Follows company's alcohol � Take reasonable care of the and drug policy. health and safety of others in the workplace. � Agrees to testing as outlined by � Cooperates with employers in management in the AOD policy. their efforts to comply with OHS � Adheres to the standard requirements. work performance. � Uses equipment properly for the heath � Use medicines and over-the-counter and safety of people in the workplace. drugs responsibly . World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 14
Types of testing 1. Blanket Testing » An overall deterrent. 2. Reasonable Suspicion Testing » Apparent impairment, unexplained absences, poor conduct, reduced productivity, failure to follow safety rules. 3. Random Testing » Where alcohol or drugs are suspected. World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 15
Types of policies A. Harm minimisation B. Zero tolerance Which policy is best for you? World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 16
AOD in the Workplace › Consultation › Universal application › Organisation specific › Comprehensive program › Instructions and procedures › Gradual and informed change › Publicity › Information dissemination, education and training › Evaluation – is it working? World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 17
Common drugs A brief overview World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 18
Common drugs: Alcohol � Testing for alcohol is a relatively inexpensive application. � Alcohol is a legal and popular drug. � Alcohol is socially acceptable. � Its only when we exceed drink driving limits or become a public nuisance that are we deemed to have broken the law. � Numerous studies have linked levels of alcohol to impairment and as such blood alcohol levels are very easily measured. World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 19
Common drugs: Drugs Marijuana Hallucinogens (Cannabis, Weed, Pot) (Psilocybin, Mushrooms, Mescalin, LSD, Angel Dust) Opioids Cocaine (Opium, Codeine, Morphine, Heroin) (Coke, Snow, Nose Candy, Blow) Stimulants Volatile Substances (Methamphetamine, Dexamphetamine, (Solvents, Inhalants) Amphetamine) Prescription medication Ecstasy (Benzodiazepines and some opioids) (MDMA, Pingers, Candy, Eccy) World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 20
AOD Training Visit http://www.alcolizer.com/solutions/training World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 21
Training Solutions www.alcolizer.com/solutions/training Training Solutions Our training solution allows for either self-passed online training through distance learning programmes or group training sessions on customer work places: � Certified Drug & Alcohol Screening Officer will provide Statement of Attainment in accordance with the Australian Quality Training Framework under the definition of 'Collector' in the relevant Australian Standards as required by OH&S standards. � Certified Alcohol testing training ensures that Alcohol testers are fully competent. � Reasonable Suspicion covers the signs and symptoms and physical, behavioural, speech and performance indicators of probable alcohol and/or other drug use or misuse, and to make fair reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing decisions in the workplace. World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 22
Training Solutions – Reasonable Suspicion www.alcolizer.com/solutions/training Reasonable Suspicion Training/Testing Online course: Primarily for managers and supervisors . • What constitutes reasonable suspicion and how it is determined. • Identify signs and symptoms of AOD use. • How to properly document an incident. • Defines the supervisor’s role. • Understand the effects and risks of alcohol and drug use. • How to consult with an employee. • Your company AOD policy and procedures. • World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 23
Training Solutions – Reasonable Suspicion www.alcolizer.com/solutions/training Key points • Do not diagnose abuse or addiction • Does not need to identify the specific drug • Be alert • Identify the specific observations • Discuss with the employee World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 24
Complete AOD Solutions Visit https://www.alcolizer.com/solutions/drug-testing World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 25
Alcolizer Technology � Australia’s largest supplier of alcohol detection equipment to police. � Supplier of alcohol detection equipment to law enforcement agencies around the world . � Our customer base includes the following industry sectors: Transport, Logistics, Manufacturing, Law Enforcement, Construction, Mining, Oil & Gas and Healthcare. � Proudly WA owned ! Designed and developed in Australia for our rugged environment. � Invests millions of dollars into R&D, Community Programs for workplace safety . Platinum Sponsor of the 21st International Conference on Alcohol, Drugs and Traffic Safety Conference Brazil, 2016. World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 26
Alcolizer Technology – Mandate Our research programs continue to ensure you have the right not to offend, now, and well in to the future. GARY JOHNSON, CO-FOUNDER AND OWNER World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 27
Drug testing methods Which method is best for you? Visit https://www.alcolizer.com/solutions World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 28
Product Range EC - Easy Check HH3 – Handheld Series LE5 – Law Enforcement WM4 - Wall Mount 4 Centurion Series AOD Testing and Industry Service and Industry Rental Industry Productivity Industry Drug Testing Support Programs Tools programs World Class Alcohol and Drug Testing Solutions 29
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