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2019-05-08 Safety Training "Employee Use and Misuse of Prescription Drugs at Work"

Workers Compensation safety program - safety training

"Employee Use and Misuse of Prescription Drugs at Work"
Presented by Tina Harkness, Employers Council

Nearly 21 million Americans are living with substance use disorder, according to the U.S. Surgeon General.  Three-quarters of those struggling with addiction to alcohol, pain medication, marijuana and other substances are employed.  A recent survey by the National Safety Council found that 7 in 10 workplaces were affected by prescription drug misuse.  While most employers know the health risks, few think about the toll it can have on their businesses: absenteeism, increased health care expenses, safety risks, and lower productivity.  Because of the increase in prescription drug use and abuse and the side effects of prescription and over-the-counter medications, employers are increasingly faced with unique challenges under the Americans with Disabilities Act and other laws.  Join us for an informative session on the steps you can take to address employee use and misuse of prescription drugs in a proactive and legally compliant way.    

2019-05-08 Safety Training "Employee ...
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Date and Time

Wednesday May 8, 2019
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM MDT

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

11:00am-12:30pm

 

Location

Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce

528 Main Street

Longmont, CO 80501

 

2-hour Parking lot is east of the building

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Free to members - lunch included

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Kathy Stevens
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