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Announce that prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and
other drug (ATOD) problems is a major corporate focus and that you expect
everyone to take part in this collective effort.
Be aware of the potential risks that ATOD pose for any business or organization:
increased absenteeism, tardiness, and use of sick leave and health services;
higher insurance and Worker's Compensation costs; more injuries, fatalities,
and thefts; lower productivity and product quality; and reduced employee
morale and higher turnover.
Fully explain the benefits and procedures of your drug-free workplace program
or policy to all employees.
Host alcohol-free events, emphasizing the company commitment to preventing
injury or death associated with drinking and driving, especially around
the holidays.
Provide food and beverages in company settings that encourage a healthy
lifestyle.
Encourage and support employees and their family members to ask for help
for an alcohol, tobacco, or other drug problem. Treatment is more cost-effective
than incurring potential safety problems and lost productivity due to drug-related
problems.
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Be a positive role model consistent with your messages to your employees.
Do not engage in any illegal, unhealthy, or dangerous ATOD use.
Sponsor or help with prevention services in your community that would benefit
your employees and their families.
Include prevention/healthy lifestyle articles in your company materials.
Consider formulating a corporate performance standard that encourages community
involvement to prevent ATOD problems as part of an ongoing commitment to
making the community a better place in which to live and do business.
Appoint a corporate representative to serve on and support any ATOD prevention-oriented
programs or community partnerships in your area.
Take a comprehensive approach to prevention efforts. Serve as a leader,
supporter, or active participant in other community-based efforts to prevent
ATOD use by youth.
Be aware of the connection between alcohol and other drugs and sexually
transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS. Using alcohol and other drugs
can lead to unplanned and unprotected sex. Many drugs, including alcohol
and tobacco products, also interfere with the body's immune system.
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