Alcohol Problem Intervention in the Workplace: Employee Assistance Programs and Strategic Alternatives
Alcohol Problem Intervention in the Workplace: Employee Assistance Programs and Strategic Alternatives
In recent years, awareness of the tremendous costs, both human and financial, associated with alcoholism has led to a dramatic increase in both scholarly and practical interest in the field. This book provides an up-to-date, thorough examination of the problem, the research and the possible solutions. It is directed toward both practitioners and researchers, providing a wide range of new data and new… Continue reading
Employee Drug Screening to Prevent Drug Abuse at Workplace
Employee Drug Screening To Prevent Drug Abuse At Workplace
Hiring an employee who is reliable and responsible is the key to a company’s success. But nowadays appointment of a new employee is no more a simple affair. There was a time when you just need to spot the right person and a quick reference check with the previous employer was enough to verify the credentials of the prospective employee. Nowadays, such a hiring… Continue reading
Tell-Tale Signs of Drug Abuse in the Workplace
Tell-Tale Signs of Drug Abuse in the Workplace
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Employees who use recreational drugs run a risk of letting it affect their workplace. If it becomes a problem, their abusive habits can create dangerous situations and possible injuries at work, and cost the company large amounts of money in the long run. It is in a company’s… Continue reading
5 Identifiers of Prescription Drug Abuse in the Workplace
5 Identifiers of Prescription Drug Abuse in the Workplace
Prescription drugs, notably some antidepressants and OTC drugs, are frequently abused. These drugs can cause serious performance and safety issues. A good drug and alcohol screening system can prevent any workplace problems.
It should be understood that the term “prescription drugs” refers to the class of drugs dispensed by a Chemist. It does not mean that drugs have necessarily been obtained legitimately on… Continue reading
How to Avoid Drug Abuse at Workplace
How to Avoid Drug Abuse at Workplace
A large number of drug addicts are employed today and they are more vulnerable to accidents at workplace. According to Texas Business Today (2006), nearly 64% of all accidents were directly or indirectly related to drug abuse at workplace. Drug abuse at workplace is a serious issue. It impairs an employee’s judgment and coordination, which leads to increased risk of accidents, and reduced productivity.
Awareness programs… Continue reading
Workplace Drug Abuse and AIDS
Workplace Drug Abuse and AIDS
Throughout the 1980s, the issue of substance abuse testing became increasingly important to employers. And now the growing problem of AIDS and its impact on the workplace provides a related area of concern. In this work, Donald Klingner tells human resource professionals what they need to know about both these topics. The book carefully details the effects these problems have on employers, and provides specific recommendations for human resource management… Continue reading