Drug misuse at work

Title	Drug misuse at work
SubTitle	A guide for employers.
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Author	HSE, Privy Council Office, Department of Health, Home Office, Health Education Authority, Scottish Office, Health Education Board for Scotland, Welsh Office and Northern Ireland Health and Safety Agency
Series Code	INDG
Series Number	91
Publisher	HSE Books
Date of Publication	1998
Length	23 pages
Stock Code	INDG91REV2
ISBN	0717624021
Edition	2nd rev. ed.
Quantity Per Pack	10
Notes	leaflet. ( INDG91, IND(G)91, IND(G)91L, INDG 91) (10 copies per pack). supersedes earlier editions entitled, 'Drug abuse at work.' ISBN 0717608735
Abstract	Provides guidance to help owners and managers of businesses and other organisations deal with drug related problems at work. It provides a basic understanding of the signs, effects and risks of drug misuse and sets out a best practice approach to dealing with drug-related problems at work. Contents: What is drug misuse? Is it my concern? Who is at risk? Taking drugs - what are the signs? The legal position; What can I do? What can I do if I suspect an employee has a drug problem? Key elements of a policy on drug misuse; Drug screening and testing; Most commonly misused substances in the UK; Useful organisations and publications.
Keywords	General guidance; Dangerous substances; Illegal drugs; Abuse; Depressants; Stimulants; Hallucinogens; Solvents; Heroin; Cocaine; Crack; Ecstacy; LSD; Magic mushrooms; Cannabis; Barbiturates; Amphetamines; Anabolic steroids; Poppers