Substance Abuse

Question 1

Substance abuse

When on leave for a period longer than ______ days, shall unless directed by the chief of police, return to their unit commander all of their service issued use of force equipment.

Answer 1

90 days

Question 2

Substance abuse

Supervisor, upon becoming aware of a member who exhibits work performance concerns that may be related to substance abuse, shall?

Answer 2

Determine if there are immediate fit for duty concerns
Discuss performance concerns and expectations with the member
Encourage the member to seek assistance, where appropriate
Advise the member of options available for assistance including MAS and EFAP
Follow up if required to provide the member with proper support and encouragement to resolve the problem
Provide heightened performance monitoring and management

Question 3

Substance abuse

Supervisor, when approached by a member who voluntarily seeks help for a substance abuse problem where work performance or safety is NOT affected, shall

Answer 3

• advise the member of options available for assistance, including MAS and EFAP
• follow up if required to provide the member with appropriate support and encouragement to resolve the problem

Question 4

Substance abuse

OIC when it is determined that there are fitness for duty or safety concerns shall

1) ensure the member is given immediate medical treatment if required
2) immediately notify the unit commander of the circumstances on a 649

When observing a member that is unfit for duty shall

1) ensure the member is given immediate medical treatment
2) ________________________________

Answer 4

Commence an investigation