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Policy Statement To ensure a workplace free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol abuse, the following revised policy has been established. As in the past, the policy applies to all employees, supervisors, and managers. Any violation of the Policy will result in discipline, up to and including termination of employment. The District is committed to providing a safe work environment for employees, guests, community, and the public . The abuse of alcohol and drugs is a national problem which impairs the safety and health of employees, promotes crime, and harms the community. In order to maintain the highest standards of morale, productivity and safety in its operations, the District has previously implemented a drug and alcohol free workplace policy. With the cooperation and assistance of its employees, the District will continue its program designed to provide a safe workplace environment free from drugs and alcohol use and/or abuse. The District recognizes that alcohol and drug dependency require medical supervision and treatment if there is to be successful rehabilitation. The District' s desire and intent is to encourage any employee with alcohol or drug dependency to enter, voluntarily, a drug or alcohol rehabilitation program. It is the responsibility of each employee to initiate and obtain assistance before any difficulties with drugs or alcohol affects his or her work. Accordingly : This policy satisfies the requirements of the Florida Drug-Free Workplace Program, as provided in Section 440. 101 , et sec., Florida Statutes. This Drug-Free Workplace Policy and Work Rules require all employees to be free from the influence of drugs and alcohol while working or while in District property. The use, possession, sale, distribution, or manufacture of any drugs, and/or the unauthorized possession and/or use of alcohol, while working or while on District property, is prohibited. All special risk and safety sensitive job applicants will be tested for drugs prior to being employed. All employees will be subject to drug and alcohol testing upon reasonable suspicion, as defined herein, and as a follow-up to release from a rehabilitation program. All employees are encouraged to be aware of the effects of, and to advise their supervisor when taking, prescription medication which may affect their performance at work. 3