O.C.G.A. § 34-9-413. Elements of program; applicable confidentiality standards

Posted on June 21, 2008 by Seth Bader

(a)  A drug-free workplace program must contain the following elements:

(1)  Written policy statement as provided in Code Section 34-9-414;

(2)  Substance abuse testing as provided in Code Section 34-9-415;

(3)  Resources of employee assistance providers maintained in accordance with Code Section 34-9-416;

(4)  Employee education as provided in Code Section 34-9-417; and

(5)  Supervisor training in accordance with Code Section 34-9-418.

(b)  In addition to the requirements of subsection (a) of this Code section, a drug-free workplace program must be implemented in compliance with the confidentiality standards provided in Code Section 34-9-420.

(c)  A drug-free workplace program may offer and include the optimum level core services as described in subparagraph (C) of paragraph (6) of Code Section 34-9-411.

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O.C.G.A. § 34-9-416. Employee Assistance Programs

Posted on June 21, 2008 by Seth Bader

(a)  If an employer has an Employee Assistance Program, the employer must inform the employee of the benefits and services of the Employee Assistance Program.  In addition, the employer must provide the employee with notice of the policies and procedures regarding access to and utilization of the program.

(b)  If an employer does not have an Employee Assistance Program, the employer must maintain a resource file of providers of other employee assistance including drug and alcohol abuse programs, mental health providers, and other persons, entities, or organizations available to assist employees with personal or behavioral problems and must notify the employee in writing of the availability of this resource file.  In addition, the employer shall post in a conspicuous place a current listing of providers of employee assistance in the area.  Such listing of available providers shall be reviewed and updated by the employer during the month of July of each year at which time the employer shall, when necessary, correct and revise information on all providers listed.  Employers shall take reasonable care to identify appropriate providers and supply accurate telephone and address information on the posted listing of providers at all times.

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