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SECTION 12 DRUG -FREE WORKPLACE <br />12.1 Drug Free Workplace Policy Statement <br />In accordance with federal law, the City of Ramsey has adopted the following policy on drugs in <br />the workplace: <br />a) Employees are expected and required to report to work on time and in appropriate mental <br />and physical condition. It is the City's intent and obligation to provide a drug -free, safe <br />and secure work environment. <br />b) The unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, or use of drugs on City property or <br />while conducting City business is absolutely prohibited. Violations of this policy will <br />result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination, and may have legal <br />consequences. <br />c) The City recognizes drug abuse as a potential health, safety, and security problem. <br />Employees needing help in dealing with such problems are encouraged to use their health <br />insurance plans, as appropriate. <br />d) Employees must, as a condition of employment, abide by the terms of this policy and <br />must report any conviction under a criminal drug statute for violations occurring on or off <br />work premises while conducting City business. A report of the conviction must be made <br />within five days after the conviction as required by the Drug -Free Workplace Act of <br />1988. <br />12.2 Policy for Non-commercial Drivers (NON -DOT) <br />Purpose and Objectives <br />The City of Ramsey ("City") has a vital interest in maintaining safe, healthful, and efficient <br />working conditions for employees, and recognizes that individuals who are impaired because of <br />drugs and/or alcohol jeopardize the safety and health of other workers as well as themselves. The <br />City of Ramsey does not intend to intrude into the private lives of its employees, but strongly <br />believes that a drug, alcohol and cannabis -free workplace is in the best interest of employees and <br />the public alike. Alcohol, drug, and cannabis abuse can cause unsatisfactory job performance, <br />increased tardiness and absenteeism, increased accidents and workers' compensation claims, <br />higher insurance rates, and an increase in theft of City property. The City of Ramsey 's Drug, <br />Alcohol and Cannabis Testing Non -DOT policy has been established for the purpose of <br />providing a safe workplace for all. <br />City employees and applicants required to hold a commercial driver's license (CDL) by the <br />United States Department of Transportation ("DOT") for their job will be tested under the City's <br />Policy on Controlled Substance and Alcohol Testing for Commercial Drivers (the "DOT <br />Policy"). All other employees and job applicants offered employment with the City must <br />undergo testing as described by this policy. <br />88 <br />