BP 3-24 – Drug-Free Workplace

State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education

BP 3-24

APPROVED: February 9, 1989
EFFECTIVE: February 9, 1989
REPEALED: September 14, 2000
READOPTED: August 25, 2001
REVISED: February 13, 2019

REFERENCES:
Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, 102, Stat. 4304
Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (20 USC 1011i)
Controlled Substances Act of 1970 (21 USC, Sec. 801 et. seq.) and Implementing Regulations
Colorado Revised Statutes Section 42-4-1301 and Sections 18-18-203 through 207
System President’s Procedure SP 3-24, Drug-Free Workplace
Board Policy 19-30 Drug Free Schools
State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures

APPROVED:

/ Dr. Byron McClenney /
Dr. Byron McClenney, Chair

POLICY STATEMENT

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the workplace.

SCOPE

This policy applies to all employees in the Colorado Community College System (CCCS or System).

SANCTIONS

Observance of this policy is a condition of employment and violation of such will subject the employee to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

REPORTING OF CHARGES/CONVICTIONS

Any employee who is charged with or convicted of a criminal drug violation or violation involving alcohol occurring in the workplace or while performing job duties must notify their Human Resources office as outlined in SP 3-24, Drug-Free Workplace, which may trigger additional notification requirements upon the System.

DRUG-FREE AWARENESS PROGRAM

The Colleges and the System shall establish drug-free awareness programs which will inform all employees about this policy. The programs will also inform employees about the dangers of drug abuse and about available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs.