Appendix 8 Drug-Free Workplace

  1. PURPOSE

    In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and consistent with its Mission Statement, Gonzaga University promotes a workplace free from illegal use, possession, or distribution of controlled substances or drugs.

    Gonzaga University personnel have the responsibility and the right to perform their jobs in a safe, conscientious, and effective manner. Consequently, the workplace environment must be drug-free and insure personnel are free from the effects of controlled substances or drugs.

    It is unlawful and strictly prohibited for Gonzaga personnel to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use without medical authorization a controlled substance or drug in the workplace. Gonzaga University encourages personnel who might have a substance abuse problem to seek assistance through outside sources or to contact the Human Resources Office for referral to an agency providing rehabilitative and counseling services.

    VIOLATIONS OF THE DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE POLICY MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL.

  2. PROCEDURE

    1. Administration and Education: With support from the Associate Director of Human Resources, the Director of the Health Center, and the Director of Government Relations, the Assistant Vice President for Human Resources is responsible for administering the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

      The Drug-Free Workplace Policy is posted on University bulletin boards and a copy is given to all new personnel during the new hire orientation session.

      A drug-free awareness program provides educational material from the Health Center, special events through Student Life, and counseling options provided through Human Resources.

    2. Reporting: Any personnel observing or having knowledge of others in a condition adversely affecting their ability to perform job responsibilities or posing a hazard to the safety and welfare of others, shall promptly report such condition to the appropriate supervisor.

      Personnel are required to report any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace. This report shall be made to the immediate supervisor within five days of the conviction. The supervisor must immediately notify the Assistant Vice President for Human Resources.

    3. Violations: For policy violations, the Assistant Vice President for Human Resources will discuss the degree of Counseling and Corrective Action and or/ discipline with the appropriate supervisory levels and recommend actions ranging from mandatory participation in a drug rehabilitation program up to and including dismissal from employment.

    4. Notification: When appropriate, the Assistant Vice President for Human Resources will notify Gonzaga's Director of Government Relations. As required by law, the Director of Government Relations will notify the appropriate government agency within ten days after receiving notice of a violation occurring within the workplace. The Director of Government Relations will provide copies of the University's Drug-Free Workplace Policy to all personnel involved with federal funded grants or contracts.