PPT-038-01 1 Drug & Alcohol Awareness - PowerPoint Presentation

PPT-038-01 1 Drug & Alcohol Awareness Employee Training Bureau of Workers Comp PA Training for Health & Safety (PATHS)

PPT-038-01 2 Outline Objectives & Overview Impact of substance abuse Understanding Substance Abuse & Addiction Signs and symptoms of substance abuse

PPT-038-01 3 Family and coworker impact Assistance Confidentiality8. Specific drugs of abuse Outline

PPT-038-01 4 Drug & Alcohol Awareness Objectives & Overview

PPT-038-01 5 Objectives Employees should understand: The requirements of the policy The facts about alcohol & drug abuse The impact alcohol & drugs have on the workplace How to recognize the link between poor performance and alcohol/drug abuse The progression of addiction What types of assistance may be available

PPT-038-01 6 Drug-Free Workplace Policy Accomplishes two major things: Sends a clear message that use of alcohol and drugs in the workplace is prohibited Encourages employees who have problems with alcohol and other drugs to voluntarily seek help

PPT-038-01 7 Drug Program Comprehensive drug free workforce approach should include these components: Policy Supervisor training Employee education Employee assistance - Drug testing

PPT-038-01 8 Drug-Free Workplace Policy Policy exists to: - Protect the health & safety of all employees, customers and the public - Safeguard employer assets from theft and destruction - Protect trade secrets - Maintain product quality, company Integrity & reputation - Comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and/or any other applicable laws

PPT-038-01 9 Drug-Free Workplace Policy Policy should answer: - What is the purpose of the policy and program? - Who is covered by the policy? - When does the policy apply? - What behavior is prohibited?- Are employees required to notify supervisors of drug-related convictions?- Does the policy include searches? - Does the program include drug testing?

PPT-038-01 10 Drug-Free Workplace Policy What are the consequences for violating the policy? Are there Return-to-Work Agreements? What type of assistance is available to employees?How is employee confidentiality protected?Who is responsible for enforcing the policy?How is the policy communicated to employees?

PPT-038-01 11 Impacts of Substance Abuse Drug & Alcohol Awareness

PPT-038-01 12 Impacts of Substance Abuse Productivity Safety MoraleSecurityOrganizational Image Community RelationsEmployee HealthDecision Making

PPT-038-01 13 Why Use? Initially the first use may occur in a social setting where it is acceptable to utilize alcohol or drugs. Or it can be a prescribed medication by a doctor. But it is the initial use or exposure. Experimentation Social or Recreational Stress Reliever

PPT-038-01 14 Understanding Substance Abuse & Addiction Drug & Alcohol Awareness

PPT-038-01 15 Abuse The use of a substance to modify or control mood or state of mind in a manner that is illegal or harmful to oneself or others. Potential consequences of abuse include: Accidents or injuries Blackouts Legal problems Poor job performance Family problems Sexual behavior that increases the risk of HIV infection

PPT-038-01 16 The irresistible compulsion to use alcohol & other drugs despite consequences. It is characterized by repeated failures to control use, increased tolerance and increased disruption in the family. Addiction

PPT-038-01 17 Understanding Addiction For 1 in 10 people , abuse leads to addiction.Addiction to alcohol and other drugs is: Chronic Progressive Primary Terminal Characterized by denial Data from DOL: Working Partners for an Alcohol & Drug Free Workplace 1 in 10 – Who?

PPT-038-01 18 Risk of Addiction: Addiction is a family disease - Susceptible to developing problems w/addiction - Both a heredity and a learned behavior Prior abuse of alcohol and other drugs- Pattern of abuse can lead to addiction & psychological dependence- Slow or for some a rapid decline

PPT-038-01 19 Other contributing factors - Part of a self destructive lifestyle - Relief from depression or crisis in their lives - Some develop a serious problem before they realize it Risk of Addiction:

PPT-038-01 20 Drug & Alcohol Awareness Signs & Symptoms

PPT-038-01 21 Abrupt changes in attendance, quality of work, and production Unusual outbreaks of temper Changes in their mood Acting paranoid or confused Not taking responsibility for their actions Change in attitude Withdrawing from family & friends General Signs

PPT-038-01 22 Common performance problems may include: Poor attendance Tardiness Unexplained absences Long lunches Co-workers or customer complaints Mistakes Missed deadlines Signs of Addition

PPT-038-01 23 Substance Abuse When someone has an addition or abuses alcohol and other drugs it affects themselves as well as other people around them: Emotionally Behaviorally Physically

PPT-038-01 24 Emotional Effects Aggression Burnout Anxiety Depression Paranoia Denial

PPT-038-01 25 Slow reaction time Impaired coordination Slowed or slurred speech Irritability Behavioral Effects

PPT-038-01 26 Behavioral Effects Excessive talking Inability to sit still Limited attention span Poor motivation or lack of energy

PPT-038-01 27 Physical Effects Weight loss Sweating Chills Smell of alcohol

PPT-038-01 28 Family & Co-worker Drug & Alcohol Awareness

PPT-038-01 29 Enabling Actions you take, that may protect the employee from the consequences of their behavior. Thus it helps the employee to NOT deal with the problem. Examples of enabling: Covering Up Rationalizing Withdrawing/Avoiding Blaming Controlling Threatening

PPT-038-01 30 Family & Coworker Traps Sympathy Excuses Apology Diversions InnocenceAngerPity Tears We can all fall into these traps without realizing what they are. Here are a few:

PPT- 31 Assistance Drug & Alcohol Awareness

PPT-038-01 32 Assistance Things to consider: Difficulty performing on the job can sometimes be caused by unrecognized personal problems; including addiction to alcohol and other drugs Help is available Although a supervisor may suspect that an employee’s performance is poor because of personal problems, it is up to the employee to decide whether or not that is the case

PPT-038-01 33 It is an employee’s responsibility to decide whether or not to seek help Addiction is treatable and reversible An employee’s decision to seek help is a private one and will not be made publicCONFIDENTIAL Assistance

PPT-038-01 34 EAP services An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can help employees decide what to do if they have a problem with alcohol or other drugs An EAP also can help an employee decide what to do if someone in his/her family or workgroup has a problem Conversations with an EAP are confidential

PPT-038-01 35 There is Help Talk to a supervisor Employee Assistance Programs Health care programs Outside agencies:- Community hotlines Community mental health centers- Al-anon - Alateen- AA

PPT-038-01 36 Confidentiality Drug & Alcohol Awareness

PPT-038-01 37 Confidentiality Problems will not be made public Conversations with an EAP professional - or other referral agent - are private and will be protected All information related to performance issues will be maintained in his/her personnel file Information about referral to treatment, however, will be kept separatelyCONFIDENTIAL

PPT-038-01 38 Information about treatment for addiction or mental illness is not a matter of public record and cannot be shared without a signed release from the employee If an employee chooses to tell coworkers about their private concerns, that is their decisions When an employee tells his/her supervisor something in confidence, supervisors are obligated to protect that disclosureConfidentiality

PPT-038-01 39 Confidentiality EAP records are separate from personnel records and can be accessed only with a signed release from the employee EAP professionals are bound by a code of ethics to protect the confidentiality of the employees and family members that they serve There are clear limits on when and what information an EAP professional can share and with whom

PPT-038-01 40 Disclosure of child abuse, elder abuse and serious threats of homicide or suicide as dictated by state law Reporting participation in an EAP to the referring supervisor Reporting the results of assessment and evaluation following a positive drug testConfidentiality

PPT-038-01 41 Confidentiality Verifying medical information to authorize release time or satisfy fitness-for-duty concerns as specified in company policy Revealing medical information to the insurance company in order to qualify for coverage under a benefits plan

PPT-038-01 42 Specific Drugs of Abuse Drug & Alcohol Awareness

PPT-038-01 43 Drugs of Abuse Alcohol Marijuana Inhalants Stimulants Depressants NarcoticsHallucinogensDesigner DrugsOver the counter (OTC)

PPT-038-01 44 Alcohol Dysfunctional Behavior Absenteeism (especially Mondays) Blackouts Loss of memory Fixated on drinking (both social & professional) Trouble with relationships Difficulty walking

PPT-038-01 45 Cannabis (Marijuana) Other names Cannabis is referred to as: hashish and hashish oils The active ingredient is Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Not physically addictive, moderately addictive psychologically

PPT-038-01 46 Inhalants Effects: Loss of muscle control Slurred speechRespiratory failureCardiac arrestNumber of other physical symptomsBrain & lung damageCan be fatal (even in small amounts)

PPT-038-01 47 Stimulants Increased heart rate Respiratory functioning Alertness Restlessness AgitationDecreased appetitePsychological dependencyPhysical dependency Signs & Symptoms:

PPT-038-01 48 Depressants Frequent doctor trips for nervousness, anxiety, stress, etc… Acting drunk (without odor) Limited or no facial expression or animation Personality is flat Lacking energy Slurred speech

PPT-038-01 49 Narcotics Signs & Symptoms: Acting lethargic or drowsy Track marks Slurred speech Constricted pupils/not reactive Redness & raw nostrils from inhalation

PPT-038-01 50 Narcotics More Signs & Symptoms: Frequent trips to doctors for pain medication Increase in frequency & amount of prescribed pain medication w/o doctor consent Sweating, vomiting, coughing & sniffling, twitching, loss of appetite

PPT-038-01 51 Hallucinogens Changes in mood & behaviors Slurred speech ConfusionDistorted view of themselves & timeSelf absorbed Dilated pupilsHeavy sweatingStrong body odorDistorted sensesHallucinationsIsolation/detached Signs & Symptoms: LSD, Peyote, Psilocybin, Mushrooms, & PCP

PPT-038-01 52 Designer Drugs Common Drugs Ecstasy Adam Lovers Speed Special KFantasyNature’s QuaaludeEffects: PhysicalHypertension, blurred vision, tremors, drooling, anorexia, impaired speech, paralysis, seizures, brain damage, death Psychological Confusion, irritability, anxiety, emotional, irrational, depression, amnesia, violent behavior, insomnia

PPT-038-01 53 Bath Salts Signs & Symptoms: Agitation Extreme nervousnessFast heartbeatIncreased blood pressureTremors/shaking VomitingHallucinationsSeizures

PPT-038-01 54 OTC Drugs Both prescription and Over the Counter drugs (OTC) can affect workers in numerous ways, especially if a reaction or drug interaction occurs Hard to predict but could have the same symptoms as alcohol or drug use, however are caused by legal drugs Consider a policy on OTC drugs in the workplace based on the job description

PPT-038-01 55 Common OTC & Prescription Opioids Topiramate Antihistamines Antidepressants Sedative hypnotics Anti-anxiety medications Skeletal muscle relaxantsAnti-diabetic medicationsCold medicinesAllergy medications

PPT-038-01 56 A Safer, Drug-Free Workplace Recognize the impact of alcohol and drug abuse on the workplace Understand and follow the Drug-Free Workplace Policy Remember the types of assistance available Access the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA): www.samhsa.gov

PPT-038-01 57 Contact Information Health & Safety Training Specialists 1171 South Cameron Street, Room 324 Harrisburg, PA 17104-2501 (717) 772-1635 RA-LI-BWC-PATHS@pa.gov Like us on Facebook! - https://www.facebook.com/BWCPATHS

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