AOP 607.17- 608 Controlled Substances and Alcohol and EAP program

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What types of issues does the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provide support for?

Marital, financial, legal, emotional, alcohol, drug, or other personal problems (correct)

Physical health and wellness programs

Career development and promotional opportunities

Safety training and emergency preparedness

How can employees enter the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?

Only through supervisor recommendation

By self-referral, recommendation, or referral by a supervisor (correct)

By attending mandatory workshops

Through family member request only

Who is eligible to use the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?

City employees and their immediate family members (correct)

Residents of Tulsa regardless of employment status

City employees and non-immediate family members

Only City employees

What is the nature of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?

Voluntary self-help program Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a category of assistance provided by the EAP?

Career advancement coaching Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum alcohol concentration at which an employee cannot report for duty?

0.04 or greater Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions may an employee use a controlled substance while on duty?

If a physician states it will not affect their ability to perform their duties Signup and view all the answers

What consequence do employees face for not following the alcohol and drug policies?

Potential criminal sanctions and civil remedies Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding post-accident alcohol testing?

An employee cannot use alcohol for eight hours after the accident Signup and view all the answers

What is required for employees in safety-sensitive positions before they can return to their duties after they have initiated rehab through the city’s EAP program?

A verified negative drug or alcohol test Signup and view all the answers

What program is available for employees who believe they have problems with alcohol or drugs?

The Employee Assistance Program Signup and view all the answers

What is the stance on possession of alcohol while on duty?

Strictly prohibited Signup and view all the answers

Which document outlines the procedures regarding controlled substances and alcohol for the Tulsa Fire Department?

AOP 600 Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an employee to challenge the results of the City's drug test?

The sample must be collected within one hour. Signup and view all the answers

Which is a requirement for departments regarding the policy posting procedures?

Provide a copy to each employee at hiring. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offer as a minimum requirement?

Drug and alcohol dependency evaluation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of voting members allowed on the EAP Committee?

Seven voting members. Signup and view all the answers

What may protect an employee from discipline if they admit to substance problems?

Starting rehabilitation through the City's EAP. Signup and view all the answers

How often must the EAP Committee review existing EAP service provisions?

Yearly. Signup and view all the answers

What is required prior to testing and is required by NIDA procedures?

A picture ID, or be accompanied by an exempt supervisor who can provide identification witness Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement before an employee can seek help from the EAP without facing discipline?

Being referred by a supervisor. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Challenging Test Results

Employees must bear the cost of testing results to challenge the City's findings.
Testing must be conducted according to the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Act.
Samples must be collected within one hour of the City's sample collection for validity.

Policy Posting Procedures

Each department is required to display a copy of the drug and alcohol policy in an accessible location for employees and applicants.
All employees and applicants receive a copy of the policy once a conditional offer of employment is made.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The City of Tulsa provides an in-house or contracted EAP that offers drug and alcohol dependency evaluations and referrals for counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation.
An EAP Committee reviews service provisions and statistics annually, making recommendations for improvements to the Mayor.
Representatives from collective bargaining units can join the EAP Committee, which has a maximum of seven voting members.

Voluntary Disclosure

Employees who voluntarily declare substance abuse issues at least 24 hours before a required test are exempt from disciplinary actions if they initiate rehabilitation through the EAP.

Safety-Sensitive Positions

Employees in safety-sensitive roles may be temporarily reassigned until a verified negative test result is obtained.
Continued testing and EAP compliance may be required through a signed agreement if a substance issue is identified.

Penalties and Remedies

Violations of Oklahoma's standards for workplace drug and alcohol testing can lead to criminal sanctions and civil remedies.
The City's drug testing programs do not limit employees' rights under state or federal laws related to drug testing.

Prohibitions

Employees must not report to duty within four hours of alcohol use or with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater.
Supervisors are prohibited from allowing employees to work if they are known to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Alcohol use is forbidden during duty hours, and no employee may possess alcohol while performing work duties.
Post-accident alcohol tests should be conducted within eight hours; employees must refrain from alcohol consumption until testing is completed.
Possession or use of non-prescribed controlled substances while on duty is strictly prohibited.

EAP Accessibility

The EAP is available to all City employees and their immediate family and addresses a variety of personal issues, including legal and emotional problems.
Self-referrals and recommendations from supervisors facilitate access to the EAP.

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Test your knowledge on the workplace drug and alcohol policy. This quiz covers the procedures for challenging test results and the responsibilities of departments regarding policy posting. Understand the implications of the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Act.