Purpose

To establish policies and procedures whereby The University of Dayton shall, in order to appropriately serve the needs of both employees and students, implement a drug free workplace and academic environment consistent with federal and state law, including the terms and conditions whereby staff may be disciplined for violation of these policies and tested for suspected use of an illegal drug or alcohol.

Scope

All employees of the University of Dayton.

Policy History

II. Approval: June 10, 2022

III. History:

• Approved in its original form: March 11, 1991
• Approved as amended: June 12, 2000
• Approved as amended: December 23, 2013
• Approved as amended: June 10, 2022

IV. Maintenance of Policy: Vice President for Human Resources

Definitions

For purposes of this policy, “controlled substances” is defined as illegal controlled substances (as defined by applicable federal and/or state law), prescription drugs that have not been legally obtained, prescription drugs that are being used by a person other than the prescription holder, and prescription drugs that are not being used for prescribed purposes or are taken in excess of prescribed quantities.

Policy

The University of Dayton desires to maintain a work environment free from the influence of substance and alcohol abuse, and expects all employees to assist in this commitment by adhering to University policies, federal, state and local laws concerning alcohol and controlled substances.

Examples of policy violations that...

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