Substance Abuse Flashcards
Substance abuse is contained in which policy?
HPM 9.2
What are you responsible for?
Monitoring the workforce and have the most important role in the substance abuse testing program.
I will be the first line of defense and I will ensure testing is done consistently and fairly
An effective substance program consists of? Hint 6 C’s
Consistency
Confirmation
Collection of sample
Chain of custody
Control of quality
Contracts
Investigative process includes?
I will not make assumptions and be familiar with POBR and MOU
Determine if there is a criminal violation such as DUI
Arrange for transport back to office if needed
Determine employees position (sensitive or non sensitive (can not solicit test)
Notify management and establish a chronological log
Interview witnesses
Informant - Officer willing to testify
Seek assistance from other supervisors
I will contact employee and…
Maintain visual contact
Confidentiality and privacy
Make my own determinations
Listen to employees explanations (personal issues)
Before FSTS secure weapon and change out
Update management of reasonable suspicion based on….
Initial suspicion
Articulable facts
Good faith
Establish reasonable suspicion using…
FSTS
PAS device
My own observations
Witness statements
Medical related questions
Substance testing
Notify employee of decision to test
Breath sample for alcohol
Urine sample for drugs
Advise of consequences of positive test
Hint 3
Adverse action
Dismissed
Insubordination if refused
For alcohol testing (no rep allowed)
Utilize breath machine
Attach results to report
.04% positive per CalHR
.01% inconsistent and incompatible
For drug testing (no rep allowed)
Same sex supervisor
Secure restroom
Observe collection of sample
60 ML divided into two samples
Fill out specimen label and have employee initial
Complete chain of custody and arrange for pickup
Secure sample in evidence locker
After action and document
For alcohol, place on dock status for rest of shift and allow to return next shift
For drug, place on ATO, remove police powers, equipment and 2nd employment
Memo for substance abuse coordinator and medical review officer
Allow employee to prepare memo of explanation (Rep may assist)
Offer EAP and peer support
Arrange for transportation for employee
Complete 202X within 48 hours and submit to confirming official
Provide copy to employee
Prevention…
Monitor workplace
Employees know my expectations
Provide guidance and support
Lastly, identify training deficiencies and address through
Formal / informal discussions
Training days
Briefing SROVTS
Ride a longs
Quarterly training
Substance abuse awareness
Bottom line
I have a duty as a supervisor to ensure the workplace is free of substance abuse
I can be held personally liable for negligent supervision and negligent retention
Failure to enforce policies can lead to loss of public trust, low morale, civil liability, and an increase to departmental claims which ultimately affect the departments budget
I will ensure I, along with all employees adhere to CHP policy and the accreditation standards of CALEA
