Spring Fire Dept Drug & Alcohol Policy Quiz

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Questions and Answers

When must testing occur following an accident?

Within one hour after the accident

Only if injuries occurred

Within four hours after the accident

Within two hours after the accident (correct)

What triggers the requirement for drug and alcohol testing post-accident?

Any fault assigned during the accident

Injuries requiring medical care (correct)

Witness accounts of the accident

Equipment damage exceeding $100

What happens if a member leaves the accident scene without justification?

They will be subject to testing at a later date

They will be allowed to return later

They will be considered to have refused to cooperate (correct)

They will be given a warning

Under what condition can a decision be made not to administer a test?

Based on the best available information at the time Signup and view all the answers

What does not delay following necessary medical attention after an accident?

Leaving to seek medical assistance Signup and view all the answers

What is required if a Fire Department member is taken to a hospital post-accident?

Drug and alcohol testing may be requested at the facility Signup and view all the answers

What is one circumstance that requires testing for drugs and alcohol after an accident?

Any at fault accident Signup and view all the answers

What is the response if a member's performance is suspected to have contributed to the accident?

They will undergo drug and alcohol testing Signup and view all the answers

What is required of all applicants before beginning work?

They must pass a drug test Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a member refuses to submit to drug testing?

They will be disqualified from employment consideration Signup and view all the answers

What type of specimen do members provide for alcohol testing?

Breath specimen Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum breath alcohol concentration that will require a second test?

0.04 Signup and view all the answers

Where are members taken for drug testing?

To a Spring Fire Department designated medical facility Signup and view all the answers

What may be considered work rule violations in relation to drug testing?

Results from law enforcement or medical providers Signup and view all the answers

What kind of devices are used for breath alcohol testing?

Federally approved breath alcohol testing devices Signup and view all the answers

What can members provide in private unless there's suspicion of tampering?

Urine specimens Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for making referrals regarding drug and alcohol use observations?

Supervisory personnel Signup and view all the answers

What must happen if a supervisor determines further action is justified after an observation?

The supervisor confronts the member with another manager Signup and view all the answers

What is required by law to protect members with disabilities?

Reasonable accommodations without undue hardship Signup and view all the answers

What must a member do to request reasonable accommodation?

Notify Human Resources Signup and view all the answers

What form must members fill out if requesting accommodation for prescription drug use or medical cannabis?

Request for Accommodation form Signup and view all the answers

What does the Spring Fire Department reserve the right to do if a member can't perform essential job functions?

Terminate the member's employment Signup and view all the answers

What does the interactive process involve when discussing reasonable accommodations?

Discussing accommodation terms Signup and view all the answers

What must occur before a member is allowed to drive themselves after a testing situation?

Transportation must be arranged by management Signup and view all the answers

Which substances will collected specimens be tested for?

Marijuana, cocaine, and opiates Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Medical Review Officer (MRO)?

To confirm positive test results and allow for rebuttal Signup and view all the answers

What must individuals do if they want to have their split specimen tested at another laboratory?

Request it within 72 hours of test results Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the second laboratory finds no evidence of drug use?

The individual is treated as having passed the test Signup and view all the answers

What does the chain of custody ensure?

A record of who collected and handled specimens Signup and view all the answers

How can Spring Fire Department enforce drug policy compliance?

By having managers conduct unannounced searches Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for communicating a positive test result to Spring Fire Department?

The MRO must confirm the test result Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is NOT mentioned as being tested?

Ketamine Signup and view all the answers

What happens to applicants who test positive for drugs?

They will not be hired and cannot re-apply. Signup and view all the answers

What action is taken if a member refuses to cooperate in a required drug test?

They are terminated. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to members who test positive for drugs post-accident?

They are discharged from their position. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when a member is tested randomly for drugs?

They are not suspended pending results. Signup and view all the answers

What support is offered to members regarding drug and alcohol issues?

Encouragement to seek help for problems. Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of testing positive for drugs after being suspended?

The member is discharged from their position. Signup and view all the answers

What is required after a member's drug test results are received?

A meeting to discuss the results with management. Signup and view all the answers

What should members do if they suspect they have a drug or alcohol problem?

Seek help from qualified professionals. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Drug & Alcohol Policy

Spring Fire Department (SFD) requires drug and alcohol testing for employees.
Testing is performed for pre-employment, post-accident, and random reasons.
Employees who refuse drug testing will be terminated.
Supervisors are trained to recognize signs of drug or alcohol use and must report suspicions.
Employees suspected of drug or alcohol use will be escorted to a testing facility by management.
Employees are not allowed to drive themselves to a testing facility.

Reasonable Accommodation

SFD must offer reasonable accommodation to employees with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, ADA, ADAAA, and TCHRA.
Employees must inform HR that they are requesting reasonable accommodation.
Employees requesting accommodation due to prescription drug use, medical cannabis, or THC use must fill out a Request for Accommodation form.
SFD reserves the right to terminate an employee if they cannot perform their job duties safely and effectively with or without reasonable accommodation.

Post-Accident Testing

Testing must be completed within two hours of an accident if any of the following conditions are met:
- Equipment damage exceeding $1,000.
- Injuries requiring medical care.
- Fatality.
- At-fault accident.
- Third-party accident or property damage regardless of fault.
Employees who leave the scene of an accident without explanation will be considered to have refused testing and terminated.
Testing may be requested at a hospital if an employee is transported for treatment.

Random Testing

Unannounced drug testing is performed on a random basis by outside vendors.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing

All applicants must pass a drug test before beginning work.
Refusal to submit to a drug test will result in disqualification from employment.

Collection & Testing Procedures

Alcohol testing is conducted using breathalyzer devices.
Drug testing uses urine samples and is conducted at a designated medical facility.
Specimens are tested for marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, PCP, benzodiazepines, methadone, methaqualone, and propoxyphene.
Positive test results are reviewed by a Medical Review Officer (MRO) who may contact the employee to offer the opportunity to explain or rebut the results.
Employees may request that their split specimen be tested at another federally certified laboratory at their expense.

Monitoring & Enforcement

SFD reserves the right to conduct unannounced inspections of employee belongings, including lockers, desks, dorm rooms, vehicles, and equipment.

Consequences

Applicants who refuse or test positive for drugs will not be hired and cannot reapply.
Employees refusing to cooperate with required testing will be terminated.
Employees who test positive for drugs or alcohol will be discharged unless they meet the criteria established in Section 6.a.d of the policy.
Employees who test positive after post-accident or reasonable suspicion testing will be suspended.
Employees who test positive after random testing will not be suspended.
Employees who test negative after suspension will receive back pay.
Employees will be paid for time spent in drug or alcohol testing.

Responsibilities & Communication

SFD encourages employees to seek help for substance abuse.
SFD encourages employees to utilize qualified professionals in the community to assess and address potential substance abuse issues.

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Test your knowledge on the drug and alcohol policies of the Spring Fire Department. This quiz covers the requirements for testing, reasonable accommodations for disabilities, and the consequences of non-compliance. Understanding these policies is essential for all employees.