SFD Drug and Alcohol Policy Quiz
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SFD Drug and Alcohol Policy Quiz

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What is prohibited during the 8 hours immediately prior to reporting for duty?

  • Consuming any type of food
  • Driving a personal vehicle
  • Consuming alcohol (correct)
  • Using prescription medication
  • What type of testing may the Spring Fire Department conduct?

  • Blood tests only
  • 10 panel drug tests and more if needed (correct)
  • Random alcohol breathalyzer tests only
  • 12 panel drug tests only
  • Who is covered under the drug and alcohol policy?

  • Volunteers only
  • Only firefighters
  • Anyone on Spring Fire Department property or representing it (correct)
  • Only full-time employees
  • Which of the following statements is true about medical prescriptions?

    <p>Members must seek accommodations and engage in a process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the drug and alcohol policy?

    <p>To ensure the health and safety of members and the department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required from members as a condition of employment regarding drugs and alcohol?

    <p>To adhere to the drug and alcohol policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances may the Spring Fire Department require testing?

    <p>Based on reasonable suspicion, accidents, or randomly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who approved the drug and alcohol policy for Spring Fire Department?

    <p>Scott Seifert</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of properties are included under Spring Fire Department property?

    <p>All real property and personal property used in department business</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long before reporting for duty is alcohol consumption prohibited?

    <p>8 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the policy regarding alcohol possession while on duty?

    <p>No alcohol can be possessed or used while on duty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a member report for duty after using drugs?

    <p>Only with a physician’s instructions confirming safety for duty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done if a member is taking a prescribed substance that may impair their duties?

    <p>Notify Human Resources with a physician's written notice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What substances are Spring Fire Department members prohibited from using while on duty?

    <p>Illegal drugs and any legal drugs that impair duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a member be impaired due to off-duty use of prescribed THC?

    <p>No, they must not be impaired when reporting for duty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT allowed for Spring Fire Department members?

    <p>Using legal drugs without a physician’s approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of substances does the Spring Fire Department test for in their 10 panel testing?

    <p>Marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines, PCP, and opiates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition may a member who tests positive for medical cannabis or THC continue their employment?

    <p>If they can perform their job safely and effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action will result in termination regarding required drug tests?

    <p>Refusing to submit to required tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could happen if a member tampers with a required drug test?

    <p>They can be terminated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must members do if they are convicted of a criminal drug or alcohol violation?

    <p>Report to HR immediately upon release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stance of the Spring Fire Department on drug possession while on duty?

    <p>Members may not possess, transfer, or sell drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is suggested for members who seek reasonable accommodation for off-duty medical cannabis use?

    <p>They must engage in the interactive process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of testing may the Spring Fire Department conduct beyond the 10 panel test?

    <p>More extensive drug testing as warranted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must happen if there is equipment damage greater than $1,000 following an accident?

    <p>Testing must take place within two hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a member refuses to submit to drug and alcohol testing after an accident?

    <p>They will automatically be subject to termination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is random drug testing conducted by the Spring Fire Department?

    <p>Outside contracted vendors select members unpredictably.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of all applicants before beginning work with the Spring Fire Department?

    <p>Passing a drug test.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should happen if a member leaves the scene of an accident without justification?

    <p>They will be considered to have refused testing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is drug and alcohol testing NOT required after an accident?

    <p>If equipment damage is less than $1,000.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition must be met for drug and alcohol testing to occur at a hospital?

    <p>If the member is taken to the hospital for treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does preventative testing for alcohol specifically require from members?

    <p>They must provide breath specimens at a designated facility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of Spring Fire Department management regarding the drug-free workplace policy?

    <p>To observe members' performances and document negative changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions are encouraged for Spring Fire Department members?

    <p>Report dangerous behavior among their peers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual is designated to answer member questions regarding the drug-free workplace policy?

    <p>The Human Resources Director.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often will Spring Fire Department members receive updates of the drug-free workplace policy?

    <p>Annually.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the documented roles of Spring Fire Department members in maintaining a drug-free workplace?

    <p>To support fellow workers in seeking help.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an expectation of a Spring Fire Department supervisor regarding the drug-free workplace policy?

    <p>To report habitual offenders to law enforcement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a member do if they notice unsafe behavior related to drug use?

    <p>Report the behavior formally as per policy guidelines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities of the Spring Fire Department concerning communication of the drug-free workplace policy?

    <p>Providing a written copy to all members to whom the policy applies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Drug and Alcohol Policy

    • Spring Fire Department (SFD) aims to maintain a safe and efficient work environment by prohibiting alcohol and drug use.
    • The policy applies to all members, applicants, and those representing SFD on its property, including vehicles and equipment.
    • Members are prohibited from reporting to duty with alcohol in their system, consuming alcohol within 8 hours of reporting, possessing or using alcohol while on duty, or performing fire department related job functions.
    • Members are prohibited from possessing, using, or being impaired by illegal drugs, or legal drugs that affect their ability to perform job duties.
    • Members taking prescribed medications must notify Human Resources and provide written notice from their physician or pharmacist regarding potential impairment.
    • SFD conducts 10-panel drug tests (marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines, phencyclidine (PCP), and opiates) and may conduct more extensive testing if warranted.
    • SFD may allow members using medical cannabis or THC as prescribed to continue employment as long as it doesn't impair their performance.
    • Members refusing to submit to post-accident, random, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, or follow-up alcohol or drug tests will be terminated.
    • Members testing positive for prohibited drugs, excluding medically prescribed THC, will be terminated.
    • Tampering with drug tests will result in termination.
    • Members possessing, transferring, or selling drugs will be terminated.
    • Members convicted of a criminal drug or alcohol violation must immediately notify Human Resources upon release from custody.
    • Post-accident testing is required after equipment damage of $1,000 or more, injuries requiring medical care, fatalities, at-fault accidents, and third party accidents, regardless of fault.
    • Members leaving the scene of an accident without justification prior to testing will be considered to have refused and terminated.
    • Random drug testing is unannounced and conducted by outside vendors.
    • Pre-employment drug testing is mandatory, and refusal results in disqualification.
    • Members subject to alcohol testing will be driven to a designated facility for breath sample collection.
    • SFD encourages members to support a safe work environment, report dangerous behavior, and seek help for substance abuse.
    • Management is responsible for informing members of the policy, investigating reports of dangerous practices, documenting performance issues related to substance abuse, and clearly communicating policy violation consequences.
    • The policy is communicated annually to all members and supervisors receive training on recognizing and managing members with substance abuse problems.
    • The Human Resources Director is the designated contact for policy questions.
    • The policy references NFPA, applicable state or federal statutes, OSHA, TFCA, and CPSE PI standards.

    Contact Office

    • Questions or comments regarding the policy should be directed to the Company Officer, District Chief, Human Resources Director, Assistant Chief, or Fire Chief.

    Error Reporting

    • Members are encouraged to report inaccuracies or inconsistencies in the policy through a designated link or QR code.

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    Test your understanding of the Spring Fire Department's drug and alcohol policy. This quiz covers the guidelines for members regarding alcohol and drug use, including testing protocols and reporting obligations. Ensure you are familiar with the rules that maintain a safe work environment.

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