Substance Abuse

Substance abusers in the workplace significantly contribute to increased health care costs, disability insurance costs, absenteeism rates, employee theft, and accidents, as well as decreased productivity, product quality and employee morale. Though there is no exact figure, reports estimate that substance abuse is costing American businesses billions of dollars each year. So what can employers do to curb the growth of substance abuse, including drugs and alcohol? Well, the first and foremost thing is to take a stand and recognize this problem. Studies suggest that these can be most effectively accomplished by establishing a comprehensive program consisting of five key components. They include developing a written policy, training supervisors, educating employees, providing employee assistance, and drug and alcohol testing. Last but the least, association with the PEO organizaton would certainly help the employers in this regards and solving work place abuse.