The handbook covers the supervisor's role in handling alcohol-related problems in the workplace, identifies the signs of alcohol abuse, and describes techniques for handling the problem. In addition, the appendix describes the progression of the disease, and some helpful resources. The course provides extensive training on how to anticipate and avoid conflict and facilitate early case resolution, how to help organizations develop better management and communication structures that promote less conflict, and provides instruction on federal personnel law principles, including MSPB case law. The training is recommended for Human Resource Professionals, EEO Professionals, Labor Relations Officials, ADR Specialists, managers and supervisors, agency attorneys, and union officials. Attendees must participate in both sessions.
Attendance is limited.
Three other agencies received Honorable Mention awards. I just returned from this year's Federal Dispute Resolution Conference, which was held in Anaheim, California, from August 20 th -24 th . It turned out to be a great conference, with excellent speakers and highly informative courses. Next year, the FDR conference will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, from August 12 th to the 16 th , so mark your calendars now. During next year's conference, FDR will be doing things a little differently.