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Alcohol/Drug Free Workplace

Allan Hancock College Board Policy 3550

The District is committed to providing its employees and students with a drug free workplace and campus environment. It emphasizes prevention and intervention through education.

Prohibition of Drugs
The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of alcohol or any controlled substance is prohibited on District property, during District-sponsored field trips, activities or workshops, and in any facility or vehicle operated by the District. Violation of this prohibition will result in appropriate action up to and including termination of employment, expulsion, and referral for prosecution, or, as permitted by law, may
require satisfactory participation in an alcohol or drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program.
As a condition of employment, employees must notify the District within five days of any conviction for violating a criminal drug statute while in the workplace. The District is required to inform any agencies that require this drug-free policy within ten days after receiving notice of a workplace drug conviction.

Allan Hancock College is committed to providing its employees and students with a drug-free workplace and campus environment. The Allan Hancock College Substance Abuse Program emphasizes prevention and intervention through education. The dissemination of current and accurate information enables students, officers, and employees to be better informed. Educational programs shall provide relevant courses, seminars, and lecturers, and student services shall focus on providing guidance and referral for those affected by alcohol or substance abuse. Coordination shall be effected with educational agencies and with appropriate community organizations.

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of alcohol or any controlled substance is prohibited on Allan Hancock College property; during any college-sponsored field trip, activity or workshop; athletic contest, home or away, and in any facility or vehicle operated by the college. Violation of this prohibition will result in appropriate action up to and including termination of employment, expulsion, and referral for prosecution, or, as permitted by law, may require satisfactory participation in an alcohol or drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program.