Centralized Services Division
Policies and Procedures
| DMA Policy: # 3-0012 Name: DRUG FREE WORKPLACE POLICY Reference MOM: _________________________ Reference Other: __________________________ ApprovalSignature: ____________________________ Effective Date: ____________________ |
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
It is the policy of the State of Montana and the DMA that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of dangerous drugs as defined in Section 50-32-101, MCA, by any employee in the workplace or in a work status is prohibited.
An employee who violates this policy is subject to disciplinary action, up to and including discharge (termination) as provided in the State Discipline Handling Policy, ARM 2.21.6505 and DMA 3-0130. Disciplinary action may include required participation in an approved drug abuse assistance and rehabilitation program as set forth under DMA 3-0011 Substance Abuse/Use Policy for DMA Employees.
This policy shall apply to full-time employees, part-time employees, and temporary employees. This policy shall be used unless it conflicts with negotiated labor contract provisions, which shall take precedence to the extent applicable.
This policy is adopted in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (pub.L. 100-690, title V subtitle D).
