Chapter 2.31
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
Sections:
2.31.030 Workers under the influence – Prohibited in the workplace – Exceptions.
2.31.040 Condition of employment.
2.31.060 Assistance for drug abuse problems.
2.31.010 Statement of policy.
It is the policy of the city of Sultan to maintain a drug-free workplace. (Ord. 539, 1990)
2.31.020 Prohibitions.
Unlawful manufacture, cultivation, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance as defined in Chapter 69.50 RCW, the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, or intoxicant is prohibited in the workplace. “Workplace” is defined as the employee’s assigned location(s) for carrying out the responsibilities of his/her position which shall include all locations over which the employer has right of access or control, or where the employee is required to be during his/her work day. (Ord. 539, 1990)
2.31.030 Workers under the influence – Prohibited in the workplace – Exceptions.
Workers under the influence of alcohol, intoxicants, or controlled substances are prohibited in the workplace. This rule does not apply to persons taking prescription drugs and narcotics as directed by a physician or dentist; provided, such use shall not endanger the worker or others. It is the employee’s responsibility to check with his/her physician, dentist, or pharmacist as to whether or not a prescription or over-the-counter drug will impair performance and to notify his/her supervisor of the impairment and the period of time the medication will be used. (Ord. 539, 1990)
2.31.040 Condition of employment.
It shall be a condition of employment that each city employee will:
A. Abide by the terms of this policy; and
B. Notify the mayor of any criminal drug statute conviction against him/her for a violation occurring in the workplace, no later than five days after the date of such conviction. (Ord. 539, 1990)
2.31.050 Discipline.
Employees may be disciplined, up to and including termination, for violation of any of the prohibitions listed above. Any of the following actions may be taken separately or in combination for violation of any prohibition listed in this document:
A. Suspension without pay;
B. Confiscation of any suspected substance, device, paraphernalia, container or other items considered a part of the violation of prohibitions;
C. Termination from all city employment;
D. Require successful completion of a city-approved substance abuse rehabilitation program prior to return to work;
E. Other forms of discipline may be used. (Ord. 539, 1990)
2.31.060 Assistance for drug abuse problems.
Employees with substance abuse problems are encouraged to seek assistance from their supervisor, department head or the mayor. (Ord. 539, 1990)