Common use of Drug Free Workplace Statement Clause in Contracts

Drug Free Workplace Statement. The Federal government implemented the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 in an attempt to address the problems of drug abuse on the job. It is a fact that employees who use drugs have less productivity, a lower quality of work, and a higher absenteeism, and are more likely to misappropriate funds or services. From this perspective, the drug abuser may endanger other employees, the public at large, or themselves. Damage to property, whether owned by this entity or not, could result from drug abuse on the job. All these actions might undermine public confidence in the services this entity provides. Therefore, in order to remain a responsible source for government contracts, Contractor has adopted the following guidelines: a. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the work place. b. Violators may be terminated or requested to seek counseling from an approved rehabilitation service. c. Employees must notify their employer of any conviction of a criminal drug statue no later than five days after such conviction.

Drug Free Workplace Statement. The Federal government implemented the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 in an attempt to address the problems of drug abuse on the job. It is a fact that employees who use drugs have less productivity, a lower quality of work, and a higher absenteeism, and are more likely to misappropriate funds or services. From this perspective, the drug abuser may endanger other employees, the public at large, or themselves. Damage to property, whether owned by this entity or not, could result from drug abuse on the job. All these actions might undermine public confidence in the services this entity provides. Therefore, in order to remain a responsible source for government contracts, Contractor has adopted the following guidelines: a. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the work place. b. Violators may be terminated or requested to seek counseling from an approved rehabilitation service. c. Employees must notify their employer of any conviction of a criminal drug statue no later than five days after such conviction.five