1. 04-20 Drug Free Workplace

2. 04-20 Drug Free Workplace  The Brunswick Fire Company No. 1 shall promote a drug-free workplace for its Firefighters in accordance with the Drug- Free Workplace Act of 1988.  In accordance with this act, it shall be unlawful for any firefighter/member to manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use a controlled substance in the workplace unless prescribed by a physician.

3. 04-20 Drug Free Workplace  Documentation shall be provided (prescription bottle or prescription itself).  Workplace is defined as any call, drill, and miscellaneous event location being used by the Brunswick Fire Company No. 1 at any particular time and in addition the Firehouse.

4. 04-20 Drug Free Workplace  If any Firefighter/Member is caught violating this act, that Firefighter/Member shall immediately be suspended for no less than five (5) days by the Chief Officer.  Within five (5) days of the incident, written notification of suspension shall be provided to the Firefighter/Member by the Chief Officer.

5. 04-20 Drug Free Workplace  The Chief Officer shall also notify the President IMMEDIATELY!  The Brunswick Fire Company No. 1 shall review and train on this procedure on an annual basis.  The review shall include, but is not limited to the following:

6. 04-20 Drug Free Workplace  The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace.  If warranted, random drug testing by a Certified Health Care Provider, at the expense of the Fire Company.  Possibility of drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs.  Failure to comply with this act shall mean termination from the Fire Company.

7. 04-20 Drug Free Workplace  It shall be the responsibility of each Firefighter/Member to immediately notify the Chief and President of any incidents involving Law Enforcement where the Firefighter/Member is issued a citation and/or sent to jail for issues involving controlled substances.

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