Common use of Policy Statement Clause in Contracts

Policy Statement. It is the policy of the Operating Contractor and all Construction Companies performing work at the INL to maintain a drug-free workplace. The illegal use of drugs, on or off duty, is inconsistent with the law-abiding behavior expected of all citizens. The use of illegal drugs or abuse of alcohol or prescription drugs may impair the ability of construction personnel to perform tasks that are critical to proper work performance. The result is an increase in accidents and failures which pose a serious threat to the safety of all employees, subcontractors, visitors and the general public. Impaired employees also tend to be less reliable and prove to have greater absenteeism resulting in the potential for increased cost and delays in the timely completion of construction contracts/projects. Furthermore, employees have the right to work in a drug free environment and to work with persons free from the effects of drugs and alcohol. Employees who abuse alcohol or drugs are a danger to themselves and to other employees. Therefore, the Operating Contractor and the Construction Contractors will not hire or retain employees who use, possess, or sell illegal substances. Additionally, we will not tolerate abuse of legal substances that adversely effect work productivity, safety, or an employee’s overall performance. Notwithstanding the foregoing, an employee who self reports drug/alcohol abuse prior to notification of a test request will continue to be employed if they agree to and participate in an approved rehab program or EAP Counseling Program subject to DOE Security requirements. Such employee will be subject to random testing for up to two calendar years.