1. Peer Volunteer Program Help with Alcohol and Substance Abuse

2. The Facts about Substance Abuse An estimated 9.1% of employees have a substance abuse problem. 77% of individuals with substance use disorders are employed. *Ensuring Solutions to Alcohol Problems, The George Washington University, Department of Health Policy, http://www.alcoholcostcalculator.org/sub/ November 2012. www.peervolunteers.org

3. Why it Matters to You SAFETY People who abuse alcohol or drugs are three and a half times more likely to be involved in a workplace accident. 20% of workers report being injured or put in danger on the job because of a coworker’s drinking. ABSENTEEISM Workers with a substance abuse disorder miss 45% more days per year. HEALTH Alcohol and substance abuse cause serious medical problems including cardiovascular, neurological impairments, liver disease, stroke and cancer. PRODUCTIVITY 20% of workers report having to work harder, redo work, or cover for a coworker because of a fellow employee’s drinking. *Information from The Center for Integrated Behavioral Health Policy, a research center based at The George Washington University Medical Center www.peervolunteers.org

4. What is the Peer Volunteer Program? A confidential way for employees to speak to trusted co-workers about entering into treatment for drug or alcohol abuse Available to all PG&E employees and their dependents Collaborative effort between PG&E, IBEW Local 1245, and ESC Local 20 www.peervolunteers.org Dave Moore Sr. Electric Estimator

5. Who are the Peer Volunteers? ●Peers are PG&E employees who are either in long-term recovery or have a loved one who is. ●They volunteer to assist employees and their family members into recovery. ●They have been trained by the Employee Assistance Program and have access to mental health professionals if needed. www.peervolunteers.org Tim Dixon Gas Service Rep.

6. What do the Peer Volunteers do? Peer Volunteers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They provide confidential assistance to PG&E employees and their family members. www.peervolunteers.org Debbie Rose-Calilan Superintendent Support

7. What do the Peer Volunteers do? Provide resources about substance abuse and treatment Provide referrals to 12 step programs Accompany employee/family member to assist in getting admitted to treatment facilities www.peervolunteers.org Gale Sikes Workers’ Compensation Rep.

8. What do the Peer Volunteers do? Work with family members and help them understand how the recovery process works Connect with those recently returned to work from treatment www.peervolunteers.org Joe Ojeda Distribution Supervisor

9. Program Impact In 2014: The Peers educated over 9,000 employees on the program. More than 200 employees have reached out to the Peers for help. The Peers also assisted employees/family members into treatment. www.peervolunteers.org Steve Miramontes Safety Program Consultant

10. How to Help When we get the word out, we make a difference. Schedule a 10-minute Peer Volunteer Program talk at one of your upcoming meetings – email us at PVP@pge.com. Visit www.peervolunteers.org or email PVP@pge.com for more information. www.peervolunteers.org Mike Harris Gas Service Rep.

12. In loving memory of Roger Stalcup 1944-2013 For unfaltering dedication to the Peer Volunteer Program You will be missed!