B.A.E.S.S. maintains a drug-free workplace. When conducting B.A.E.S.S. business, employees are strictly prohibited from misusing controlled substances, intoxicants, alcohol and prescription drugs, and using, buying, selling, manufacturing, distributing, possessing or working under the influence of illegal substances.
Purpose
- To maintain a healthy and productive work environment, unimpaired by substance abuse.
- To prevent accidents and injuries.
Employee Responsibilities
- Employees who violate this policy are subject to corrective action up to and including immediate termination of employment.
- Employees are encouraged to contact management if they are aware of illegal activity on B.A.E.S.S. premises.
- Employees involved in substance abuse investigations are expected to cooperate fully with management. Refusal to cooperate in an investigation may result in corrective action up to and including termination.
Manager Responsibilities
- Contact an executive if an employee is suspected of misusing controlled substances, intoxicants, alcohol or prescription drugs, or buying, selling, manufacturing, distributing, possessing or working under the influence of illegal substances.
- Administer the appropriate corrective action, as shown in the Quality Service Manual, up to and including termination, for those in violation of this policy.
- Employees who voluntarily contact management about a potential substance abuse problem will be treated with respect and their communication will be handled confidentially.
Executive Responsibilities
- Work closely with employees and managers to resolve substance abuse issues and monitor the situation.
- Executives, in conjunction with managers, conduct investigations involving alleged substance abuse.