§ 4.77.030 — Policy

4.77.030 - Policy.

The City of Seattle has a significant interest in the health and safety of its employees and the citizens of the City of Seattle. It is the policy of the City to take those steps necessary to ensure that its employees perform their duties and responsibilities free of the influence of unlawful drugs and unimpaired by alcohol. The City also complies with all federal, state and local law in furtherance of those objectives. In accordance with federal law, the City of Seattle is required to implement alcohol and drug testing and training programs for certain defined employees. Strict compliance with this policy is a condition of City employment. Violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. The City of Seattle maintains an Employee Assistance Program which can provide confidential and professional counseling on problems associated with alcohol or chemical dependency. All employees who suspect they may have an alcohol or drug abuse problem are encouraged to use the employee assistance program resources before the problem affects their employment status. The City administers procedures to implement applicable federal drug testing regulations. All testing and procedures will be conducted in accordance with such regulations to ensure that test results are accurate and reliable. The City of Seattle will carry out this policy in a manner which respects the dignity and confidentiality of those involved.

(Ord. 117418, § 1, 1994.)