Establish a realistic schedule and budget for your antidrug efforts. Eradicating drug crimes from the workplace takes time and money. Often, an effective program can be operated faster and cheaper than you first thought. Sometimes, however, the problem you first noticed is only the tip of the iceberg. If your organization has a collective bargaining agreement, ask union representatives to help formulate a plan to eliminate workplace drug crimes.
Unions generally condemn drug use among their members.
Union support is vital in combating workplace drug use and trafficking. If no drug testing policy is in place, consider establishing one. Employee drug testing can be an important element in achieving a drug-free workplace. For more information on drug testing, contact the resources listed at the end of these guidelines. Evaluate the Problem Develop a means for evaluating the workplace drug problem.