EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK

sent to a certified laboratory. m. An employee receiving a dilute negative result on a random drug test will be asked to report for another drug test as soon as the results of the first test are known to the Agency. In the case of a non-negative (positive) sample: n. The results are sent to a Medical Review Officer (MRO) who reviews the testing for compliance with federal regulations. o. The employee will have an opportunity to discuss the results with the MRO and provide a medical explanation such as a prescription or medical history. The MRO will confirm the explanation. p. The results of the test are then reported to the Agency. From this point on, the employee will not be permitted to perform any safety-sensitive duties. q. The employee being tested may contact the MRO and request an analysis of the split specimen within 72 hours. r. Upon receipt of a verified non-negative result, the employee tested will be referred to a substance abuse program and be subject to disciplinary action that will include termination of employment and may result in revocation of their state issued licenses. 2. LEGAL INFORMATION Section 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) contains a section for the purpose of establishing programs designed to help prevent accidents and injuries resulting from the misuse of alcohol or controlled substances by drivers of commercial vehicles. 3. DISCIPLINARY ACTION AVSTA adheres to zero tolerance policy related to illegal drug and alcohol use while on duty. An employee of the Agency may not consume, possess, or be under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or any other substance that could possibly interfere with a safe job performance while on duty. If an Agency employee is found to be under the influence of any substance that impairs his or her ability to do their job, that employee will be subject to discipline up to and including recommendation for termination. D. PROHIBITED CONDUCT 1. No covered employee shall report for duty or remain on duty requiring the performance of safety-sensitive functions, while having an alcohol concentration of any level. 2. No covered employee shall remain on duty, or operate a commercial motor vehicle, while that employee possesses alcohol. This includes the possession of medicines containing alcohol (prescription or over the counter) unless the packaging seal is unbroken. 3. No covered employee shall use alcohol during on-duty time, or while performing safety sensitive functions. 4. No covered employee shall perform safety-sensitive functions within four hours after using alcohol. 5. No covered employee required to take a post-accident alcohol test shall use alcohol for eight hours following the accident or until he or she undergoes a post-accident alcohol test, whichever occurs first. 6. No covered employee shall refuse to submit to any test required by law or this policy.

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Revised 8/14/2024