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Sprinkler Fitter Drug-Free Alliance

ScreenSafe, Inc.Program Administrators

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Our National Substance Abuse Problem

The Social Costs of illicit drug abuse add up to $110 billion each year

U.S. drug users spend substantially more than $63.2 billion annually to purchase drugs

There are more than 1 million drug arrests each year -- half of all arrestees test positive for illicit drug use

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Drug Use and Alcohol Abuse: Consequences

1.4 million arrests for driving while intoxicated

4 in 10 fatal motor vehicle accidents involve alcohol

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Drug Use and Alcohol Abuse: Consequences

Among employed adults, the highest rates of current drug use and heavy drinking are reported by; White, non-Hispanic males

18-25 years old

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Drug Use and Alcohol Abuse: Prevalence

According to the 2009 Household survey, 66.6 % of those who used illegal drugs in the past month are employed.

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Illicit Drug Use by Industry By occupation, the highest rates of

current drug use and heavy drinking were reported by those employed as Food preparation workers, waiters,

waitresses and bartenders (19%)Construction workers (14%)Service occupations (13%) Transportation/material moving workers

(10%).

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Postal Service Study

• Results of an extensive U.S. Postal Service study indicate that employees who tested positive on their pre-employment drug test;

77% more likely to be discharged within the first three years of employment

absent from work 66% more often than those who tested negative.

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Postal Service Study

• Had the U.S. Postal Service screened out all drug-positive postal service applicants during the time of the study, the authors estimated this would have saved approximately $52 million within two years.

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THE ALLIANCE

The National Fire Sprinkler Association, Inc. and Sprinkler

Fitters Local 281 have formed a partnership to address the problems

caused by drug and alcohol abuse

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Goals and Objectives

Recognition of the problem; Development of a comprehensive policy; Educate Participants; Promote the Employee/Members

Assistance Program (EAP/MAP); Implement a fair and respectful drug

testing program that conforms to Federal drug testing standards.

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Key Policy Issues

Contractor participation and commitment is critical.

Participant education. Supervisory training. Drug testing.

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Policy Requirements and Prohibitions

The use of alcohol or drugs by employees on the job site or on company property (including company vehicles) is absolutely prohibited.

Participants are required to submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance with this policy.

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Policy Requirements and Prohibitions

No participant will be tested for alcohol unless a reasonable suspicion exists that the person is under the influence of alcohol, or they are involved in an OSHA recordable on the job accident.

Participants subject to this policy continue to have access to the usual protections provided as part of their union membership.

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Policy Requirements and Prohibitions All members of the Alliance shall be

considered part of the testing pool and will be tested over a 2 year period.

Participants will be selected randomly from the 50% pool.

Participants who complete the testing process will not be returned to the 50% pool.

At the same time there will be an ongoing 10% pool.

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Testing Procedures

Names picked from the random pool. ScreenSafe contacts the Union or

Contractors to find out where the union member is working.

Designated (Company or Union) Representative called and informed to expect a fax regarding participants being tested.

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Testing Procedures

ScreenSafe makes calls to Designated Representative in the AM.

Forms sent to Designated Representative:Testing Procedures for the Sprinkler Fitter

Industry Drug Free Alliance List of Collection Sites

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Testing Procedures

By the end of the business day, the Designated Representative informs participant that his/her name has been selected.

Participants are given until end of next business day to take test.

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At the Collection Site

The Alliance Drug Test Information and Instruction Sheet

Authorization for Consent to Drug Analysis and Authorization of Release of Results for testing

Release of Information Signed for MRO, EAP and ScreenSafe

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At The Collection Site

Participant Signs Consent Forms Collection Site Technician faxes Consent

and Release Form Back to ScreenSafe

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Testing Procedures

If the test is negative, no further action is taken.

If the test is positive, the Medical Review Officer (MRO) calls participant to validate reason for positive.

If no valid reason found, participant is in violation of policy.

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Testing Procedures

Testing will also be done when there is “reasonable suspicion”.

Accelerated testing (follow-up) takes place once a participant has been non-compliant. It is based on MAP evaluation.

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Testing Procedures - Safeguards

Integrity of specimens insured by utilization of one collection procedure at all sites

All labs have DHHS certification All positives confirmed by GC/MS MRO reviews all drug test positives

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Testing Procedures – Safeguards

Urine samples separated into two containers at time of collection

Other forms of testing for participants with confirmed medical conditions

Blind testing

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Testing Occasions - Portability

These provisions will apply to those individuals working under the portability rules.

All traveling craftpersons will be subject to: Initial testing Random testing – 10% pool

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Testing Occasions - travelers Craftperson will be allowed to report to

work immediately after providing proof of taking required urine test.

A positive test for any prohibited substance results in immediate termination.

Craftperson who tests positive must wait 30 days to test again in order to work in the jurisdiction.

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Policy Violations

Policy Violations can include;Having a positive test result.Failing to take a test as scheduledFailure to call the MROFailing to keep a scheduled appointment

with EAP/MAPFailing to participate in and/or complete

the assigned treatment or education program

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Policy Violations

Policy Violations can include (continued);Substituting another substance or

specimenProviding a dilute specimen for a second

time without a valid medical explanationProviding a urine specimen which shows

the presence of an adulterant

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Consequences

Upon a first non-compliance;Participant will be referred to the EAP/MAP for

evaluationParticipant must complete recommended treatment

or education programAn apprentice or participant in training shall be

referred to the training coordinator and action could include referral to EAP/MAP, disciplinary action or cancellation from the training program

The participant will be placed in an accelerated testing program.

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Consequences

Upon a second non-compliance; Participant will be referred to the EAP/MAP for

evaluation Participant must complete recommended treatment or

education program Participant may be returned to work prior to program

completion An apprentice or participant in training will be canceled

form the apprenticeship or training program

The participant will be placed in an accelerated testing program.

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Consequences Upon a third non-compliance;

Participant will be referred to the EAP/MAP for evaluation

Participant must complete recommended treatment or education program

Participant may be returned to work prior to program completion

The participant will be placed in an accelerated testing program.

The participant will be required to sign a "Last Chance Agreement" between him/herself and the Alliance.

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Consequences Upon a fourth non-compliance;

Participant will be referred to the EAP/MAP for evaluation

Participant must complete recommended treatment or education program

Participant will not be returned to work prior to program completion

Participant shall be terminated from employer The participant will be placed in an

accelerated testing program. The participant will be required to sign a

"Last Chance Agreement" between him/herself and the Alliance.

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Testing Procedures-Reasonable suspicion/for cause

A supervisor calls Screensafe for paperwork and procedure.

A supervisor must confront you. A supervisor must drive you to the test site. A supervisor must find a way home for you. The designated representative is notified of result. If a participant is negative any lost wages are

reimbursed. If the participant is positive you are considered

non-compliant.

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Implementation of Program

Decide upon a “Helping Program EAP” Register all contractors Identify “Designated Representatives” at

all the contractor sites. Enroll all contractor employees in program. Participant education Supervisory training Initiate testing

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CONCLUSION Our approach is always fairness and

objectivity for the employee and for the employer.

Our intention is always to help. Our goal is always to assist in providing

a safe and drug-free workplace.

MEMBER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (MAP) ORIENTATION FOR

SPRINKLER FITTERS, LOCAL 281

Employee Resource Systems

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Member Assistance Program

History - Member Assistance Programs (MAP)

Who is Covered 1-6 Session MAP Confidential Free

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Who is covered?

Member

Spouse or Life Partner

Children

Older Adult Parents

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Why call the MAP?

Relationship issues Psychological Concerns

Stress Legal Issues

Substance Abuse Financial Issues

Elder Care Child Care

…and other problems we all experience!

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Who will know I called?

The MAP is a confidential service:

Any information you share with the MAP counselor is strictly confidential

No one will know you called . . . EXCEPTIONS

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What does the MAP cost me?The following services are free:

Calling a counselor 24/7 at 800-292-2780

In-person sessions with a MAP counselor

24 hour Work-Life Access with “Instant Message”

Exceptions

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What languages does ERS speak?

My mother doesn’t speak English, how will you help her?Some members may not speak

English or they have family members who do not speak English.

A language interpretation service with 174 different languages are available to provide confidential interpretation services.

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What to expect when you call

Assessment of your situation

Supportive counseling,

information & resources Follow-up

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What to Expect When You CallFor Example:

• What prompted your call today?• When was your last physical exam?• What medications do you take?• Is there a family history of serious medical

conditions?• How often do you drink alcohol, and how much?• Is there a family history of mental health or

substance abuse issues?

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Credentials & Locations

Staff credentials Affiliate network

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Work-Life

Consultation

Access to Work-Life experts for advice and referral

- by web-based IM

- by Assisted Search Available in English and

Spanish

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Work-LifeReferrals

Confirmed matches to your needs - each provider is called to confirm availability

Detailed information on services and fees

Delivered, on average, within 12 business hours - 6 business hours for emergency requests

Delivered by email, fax, mail - your choice

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What resources are available?

•Provider Profiles

•Tip Sheets

•Check Lists

•Handbooks

•Spanish Language Materials

A wealth of resources available at your request:

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What is the on-line service?

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The on-line services:

•Self-search locators for: child & elder care; public & private schools; adoption; volunteer opportunities•Wellness assessments•Streaming audio & video•Self-assessments & personal plans•Interactive on-line training courses

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On-Line Savings CenterSave time and money with great discounts

online, catalogs, and select in-store shopping

Access at www.ers-eap.com Use the company code “Advantage” to register A wide array of discounts from leading retailers Save on movie and event tickets Savings up to 25 percent off regular price!

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ChildcareConsultation & Referrals for:

Child Care Centers Family Day Care Centers Back-Up Care Sick-Child Care Nannies Lactation Support Summer Camps Adoption Public & Private Schools Tutors

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EldercareConsultation and Referrals for:

Assisted Living Facilities Nursing Homes Adult Day Care Programs Care Giver Support Retirement Communities Meals-On-Wheel Programs Home Safety Elder Driving Geriatric Case Managers Hospice

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EducationConsultation & Referrals for:

Pre-schools Public & Private Schools K-12 Tutors Colleges & Universities Technical Schools Continuing Education Adult Education Classes

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Health and Wellness

Consultation & Referrals for: Fitness Centers Aerobics Classes Fitness Instructors Fitness Equipment Nutritionists Personal Health Coaches Smoking Cessation Support Weight Loss Programs Complimentary Medicine

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Daily Living

Consultation & Referrals for:

Pet Sitters Apartment Rentals Relocation Support Caterers Consumer Information Travel Information Wedding Planners Home Helpers Plumbers

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The Member Assistance Program

Any Questions?

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The Member Assistance Program: A Management Tool

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How Do Members Contact the MAP?

Self/Voluntary Referral Informal Company

Referral Management

Consultation Job Performance

Referral (JPR)

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Self/Voluntary Referral

An outlet for personal difficulties

Confidential help

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Informal Company Referral Member confides in his/her manager or co-

worker about a difficult situation and requests help

Suggest the member contact the MAP There may not have been a decrease in job

performance Confidentiality

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Management Consultation

Manager (with the assistance

of Human Resources)

contacts the MAP to discuss

concerns about the decline

in an member’s job

performance.

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Management Consultation

The MAP will:○ Make recommendations for

intervening in the situation○ Help the manager devise a

plan for addressing his/her concerns

○ Help set a time frame for the manager to resolve the situation

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Co-worker/Colleague Consultation MAP will determine whether referral is appropriate MAP will make recommendations and discuss

referral of co-worker/colleague

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Job Performance Referral Member’s job behavior or

performance has changed Assess and clarify Document Discuss with Human Resources Contact the MAP and discuss

work performance with a counselor

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Job Performance Referral Decision to refer to the MAP

Call MAP first and get counselor’s name Meet with member

○ Discuss the job behavior or performance concerns

○ Refer to the MAP Voluntary programContact and cooperationProvide MAP counselor’s name

Supervisor continues to monitor work performance

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