Ethics

Drugs

The use of banned or prohibited substances is illegal. Any employee who reports to work or is found working under the influence of intoxicants or unauthorised drugs could be counselled and/or dismissed. Dealing or possession of such drugs is also grounds for termination. Company has a duty to report such activity to the Police.

It is important employees notify their Manager where they are under the influence of prescribed medication that may have side effects that impact judgment or performance. Your Manager will treat your disclosure in strict confidence and may reassign your work until your safety or work performance can be guaranteed. The reason for taking the prescribed drug need not be disclosed by you.

If you become aware of someone taking, possessing or dealing with a banned substance at work, you must notify your Manager immediately who will treat your information confidentially. The same must occur when you become aware of a colleague who has not disclosed the taking of prescribed medication that may have impacts on their judgment or safety.  Refer to our Code of Professional Practice and Ethics. Managers should use our guide to identify possible substance abuse problems in the workplace.

employees may attend treatment or counselling in their own time or work time in accordance with normal company procedures (sick Leave or special arrangement with Manager).