Workers Compensation and a Drug Free Workplace
FL117746 - 5 Hours
This continuing education course examines the advantages of Drug Free Workplace Programs and their impact on employees and workers compensation insurance costs.






35.8 million people are using drugs.....how many work for your company or your insured’s? Drug using employees will cost your client 300% more in medical costs, benefits, and workers compensation. This class reviews the ongoing debate of drug testing in the workplace and the benefits of reducing drug abuse. Understand the key points of reasonable suspicion testing, random testing and post-accident testing. Court cases have been added for emphasis and understanding.

Class highlights include:

  • Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988

  • Benefits of a Drug Free Workplace

  • Drug Testing Procedures

  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Different Drug Tests

  • Job Applicant Testing

  • Employees’ Rights and Responsibilities

  • Cost of Drug Testing

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Approved for 5 Elective Hours of Continuing Education