Harrell’s Employee Handbook, September 2023
COMMERCIAL DRIVER REQUIREMENTS POLICY All commercial drivers are subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Employees should see their manager for policies and procedures on DOT requirements. DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY The possession, use, sale, and transportation of narcotics, drugs, controlled substances, or alcoholic beverages by employees while on duty, operating equipment or machinery is strictly forbidden. Further, no employee shall report to work under the influence of these or any other substance that may impair their ability to perform their duties. Suppose an employee is using medication for a medical condition, including prescribed medical treatment with a drug or controlled substance, which may alter the employee’s physical or mental ability to perform the job. In that case, the employee is to provide a doctor’s note to Harrell’s stating that the use of the drug or prescribed medication will not impair the senses or reflexes in the performance of the employee’s job duties. Harrell’s will work interactively with employees who have known disabilities to determine whether potential reasonable accommodations exist that permit the employee to perform the essential functions of their job and do not cause an undue hardship on the Company. Violating the stated Company drug and alcohol policy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination, even for the first offense. In addition, alcohol or drug tests, including but not limited to drug tests for marijuana, may be used with current employees under the following circumstances as permitted by law: a) When on-the-job accidents occur b) When an employee’s on-the-job behavior suggests that they may be unfit for work c) When it is unclear whether an employee can safely perform their job duties. Smoking In keeping with Harrell’s intent to provide a safe and healthful work environment, smoking is prohibited throughout the workplace except in designated areas. The policy prohibiting smoking includes the use of e-cigarettes and the use of vaporizers (vape pens). This policy applies equally to all employees, customers, and visitors. Smoking is prohibited in Harrell’s offices, warehouses, and facilities . Employees may not smoke while at a customer’s property or in the presence of a customer under any circumstances. Violations Any violation of this drug and alcohol policy will result in disciplinary action, including termination. The refusal to submit to a drug or alcohol test or to sign a consent form will be subject to discipline up to and including termination. Harrell’s will reasonably assist employees seeking treatment or rehabilitation for drug or alcohol dependency. The Company will consider continued employment of such an employee as long as the employee adequately addresses continued concerns regarding safety, health, production, communication, or other work-related matters.
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