OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Substance Abuse

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Effects when someone uses drugs or alcohol Accidents Productivity Costs

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications What are the effects of drugs and alcohol on the body? Reaction time Coordination Judgment Taking risks Memory Senses Orientation

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications No amount of alcohol or drugs on the job is safe Personal safety Safety of others Safety of customers

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications What can you do if someone is under the influence at work? Awareness Safety first Don’t enable Don’t ignore Don’t intervene on your own

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Employees who think they have an addiction It’s difficult to recognize you have an addiction Help is always available Supervisors will only address addiction if asked Addiction is treatable Complete confidentiality

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Different drugs – different effects Several types of drugs Each has different effects

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Alcohol Alcohol is legal but it has negative effects on work safety: –Decision making –Behavior change –Machine and vehicle operation

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Marijuana and Narcotics Effects of marijuana on users include: –Memory reduction –Sense of time –Sight, hearing and smell –Concentration and coordination Narcotics include:opium, heroin, vicodin and other opioids Narcotics’ effects: –Drowsiness –Nausea –Trouble breathing –Serious health problems that can lead to death

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Cocaine and Stimulants Cocaine is very addictive and causes: –Insomnia –Paranoia, anxiety and agitation –Fatigue and depression –Mood swings –Difficulty concentrating Stimulants cause effects similar to cocaine –Blurred vision –Poor coordination

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Depressants Depressants are legal drugs that are abused. Their harmful effects include: –Trouble speaking and walking –Perception –Coma and death

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Hallucinogens Hallucinogens affect: –Thinking –Concentration –Memory and speech –Moods –Overall health (can lead to death)

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Designer drugs Designer drugs have altered chemical formulas that make them stronger Example: Ecstasy Their effects are similar to other drugs Since they’re stronger, permanent brain damage and death are more likely

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Inhalants and Over the Counter Medications Inhalants include breathing in fumes from spray cans. Their effects: –Fatigue –Poor coordination –Brain damage –Muscle fatigue –Permanent nervous system damage Over the counter medications are dangerous when abused –Cough and cold medicine –Immediate effect: Severe nausea –Overdosing can cause death

OMNI FACILITY SERVICES Copyright  Progressive Business Publications Summary Drug abuse affects the user at work and others Serious negative effects If you know someone is using drugs or alcohol on the job, tell a manager All drug abuse affects safety on the job