This figure also does NOT include the cost of deterrent programs such as the DFW programs. Illicit drug users are five times more likely to file a workers' compensation claim. Many illegal drugs are bought by money diverted from legitimate businesses and could be as much as 100 billiion a year. Employees using drugs are three times more likely to be late for work and 2.5 times more likely to have absences of eight or more days. Drug users have 3.6 times as many accidents.
Drug users tend to have bad work habits and tend to reduce morale.
Even if not required by law to have a drug free workplace, consider the following. Reduce operational costs. Preserve investor or shareholder interests. Protect loyal employees Improve products and services Result in better service to customers and clients Increase profits. The devastating effects of drugs on quality of life and longevity.