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What is the initial emphasis for first-time offenders of the alcohol and substance abuse policy?
What is the initial emphasis for first-time offenders of the alcohol and substance abuse policy?
When are employees not allowed to possess, consume, or be under the influence of alcohol?
When are employees not allowed to possess, consume, or be under the influence of alcohol?
When are employees not allowed to report to work or perform work-related functions after consuming alcohol?
When are employees not allowed to report to work or perform work-related functions after consuming alcohol?
According to the policy, employees are prohibited from using or possessing drug-related paraphernalia while on District business, in a District vehicle, or representing the District.
According to the policy, employees are prohibited from using or possessing drug-related paraphernalia while on District business, in a District vehicle, or representing the District.
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What action could result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination, according to the policy?
What action could result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination, according to the policy?
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Under what circumstances are employees permitted to use controlled substances?
Under what circumstances are employees permitted to use controlled substances?
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What is the required action if an employee is taking a prescription medication that may impair their ability to operate machinery or perform their job safely?
What is the required action if an employee is taking a prescription medication that may impair their ability to operate machinery or perform their job safely?
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What is the probationary period for new employees?
What is the probationary period for new employees?
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Based on the text, who can challenge the decision if a newly promoted employee does not successfully complete their probation?
Based on the text, who can challenge the decision if a newly promoted employee does not successfully complete their probation?
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What items are provided to employees as part of their uniform?
What items are provided to employees as part of their uniform?
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Based on the text, who owns the items provided as part of the uniform?
Based on the text, who owns the items provided as part of the uniform?
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In what situations may the District require drug and alcohol testing?
In what situations may the District require drug and alcohol testing?
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What is the purpose of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?
What is the purpose of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?
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What is the consequence of failing to cooperate or consent to a search?
What is the consequence of failing to cooperate or consent to a search?
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What is the District's policy on employee self-identification and confidentiality?
What is the District's policy on employee self-identification and confidentiality?
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When can the Fire District require an employee to submit to a drug and alcohol test?
When can the Fire District require an employee to submit to a drug and alcohol test?
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What happens if a supervisor confronts an employee concerning a suspicion of impairment and the drug and alcohol test indicates the presence of drugs and/or alcohol in the employee's system?
What happens if a supervisor confronts an employee concerning a suspicion of impairment and the drug and alcohol test indicates the presence of drugs and/or alcohol in the employee's system?
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What happens if an employee fails to submit to a required test?
What happens if an employee fails to submit to a required test?
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What testing method is used to confirm samples that test positive for drugs and/or alcohol?
What testing method is used to confirm samples that test positive for drugs and/or alcohol?
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When can an employee request an independent test?
When can an employee request an independent test?
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What happens if an employee fails to complete the recommended rehabilitation program?
What happens if an employee fails to complete the recommended rehabilitation program?
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How many unscheduled periodic tests per year must an employee under a 'Last Chance Agreement' undergo?
How many unscheduled periodic tests per year must an employee under a 'Last Chance Agreement' undergo?
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Who is responsible for paying the costs of drug and alcohol tests required of employees?
Who is responsible for paying the costs of drug and alcohol tests required of employees?
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