Section: Module 4: Lesson 1: Substance Use in the Workplace | Wellness in the Workplace | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
    • Explain what is substance use disorder, the types of commonly used substances, and the implications of substance use for the workplace.
    • Discuss strategies, interventions, and policies that can be applied to manage substance use in the workplace.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 2 hours and 45 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
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      Substance Use in the Workplace URL
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      Read the sections: (5 minutes)
      - Why should a workplace look at problematic substance use issues?
      - In general, what are the effects of various types of substances?
      - What are the costs to a business?
      - Are there elements of work that may contribute to the use of substances?

      Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety - 2017

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      Understanding Substance Use Disorder URL
      Students must
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      Read pages 3-8 of the toolkit. (18 minutes)

      State of Alaska: Department of Health and Social Sciences - 2022

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      Substance Use in the Workplace URL
      Students must
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      Read the following sections: (3 minutes)
      - What the workplace can do?
      - What elements should be in a substance use or impairment in the workplace policy?

      Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety - 2017

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      Understanding Substance Use Disorder URL
      Students must
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      Read the section "Policies to build a culture of support and protect the workplace" from pages 9-17. (29 minutes)

      State of Alaska: Department of Health and Social Sciences - 2022