Everett Firefighters Local No. 46 12/16/2022

56 ARTICLE 38 - DRUG/ALCOHOL WORK RULES AND TESTING PROCEDURES The Union and the City agree that a committee may be formed during the term of this agreement to update this article. The committee shall be made up of equal representation from labor and management. Section 1 Purpose The City and the Union recognize that illegal or unauthorized drug and alcohol use by employees (including probationary employees) would be a threat to the public welfare and the safety of its personnel. It is the purpose of this policy to eliminate or resolve illegal drug usage through education and rehabilitation of the affected personnel. The use of alcoholic beverages or unauthorized drugs shall not be permitted at the City's work sites and/or while an employee is on duty or attending an on-line department meeting nor, shall an employee report for duty under the influence of alcohol or unauthorized drugs. While the City desires to assist employees with alcohol or chemical dependency problems, safety is the City's first priority. Therefore, employees must not report for work or continue working if they are under the influence of, or impaired by, the prohibited substances. Employees participating in treatment programs are expected to abide by all job performance standards and work rules. Section 2 Policy The Everett Fire Department performs a vital public service to the community. To ensure this service is delivered safely, we are dedicated to providing and maintaining a drug- and alcohol- free work environment. It is the City’s policy to: • Ensure that employees have the ability to perform their assigned duties in a safe, healthy, and productive manner • Create a workplace free from the adverse effects of drug and alcohol abuse or misuse • Prohibit the unlawful distribution, possession, or use of controlled substances • Encourage employees to seek professional assistance any time personal problems, including alcohol and drug dependency, adversely affect their ability to perform their assigned duties Section 3 Fairness of Article The City is dedicated to assuring fair and equitable application of this drug and alcohol work rules article. Therefore, supervisors/managers are required to use and apply all aspects of this article in an unbiased and impartial manner. All supervisors and managers have a duty to uphold this article. Section 4 Informing Employees All employees shall be fully informed of this drug and alcohol testing policy. Employees will be provided with information concerning the impact of the use of alcohol and drugs on job performance. In addition, the City shall inform the employees on how the tests are conducted, what the tests can determine, and the consequence of testing positive for drug use. The City encourages employees to seek treatment voluntarily and makes available the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Any employee who chooses to notify the fire department of alcohol or substance abuse problems prior to either testing positive for alcohol or drugs, or being arrested for or convicted of a DUI, will be given the assistance extended to employees with other illnesses. Sick leave, vacation leave, or leave of absence without pay may be granted for treatment and rehabilitation.