The time to implement a drug program is not at the height of panicked emotions after finding two people in the bathroom sharing a joint or after a trip to the emergency room treating an injured employee. Business owners must take the time to evaluate what they want to accomplish by implementing a drug-free workplace. There are some restrictions in 10 or so states. In Colorado there are no state laws that tell you, the employer, what you can and can t do regarding drug testing. But must have a written drug-testing policy that documents the circumstances when people may have to undergo testing, what they will be tested for, the testing and collection process, and what the consequences are if they violate the policy.
Many businesses have a paragraph or two in regard to drug use in the workplace.
That simply isn t good enough. The items mentioned previously must be addressed. Then you must also provide a written copy of the policy to each employee, allow them ample time to read the policy and ask questions. After they fully understand the policy, you must have them sign a document or receipt. Yes, when it is done properly.