Problems related to alcohol and drug abuse cost American businesses roughly $81 billion in lost productivity annually.

An estimated 500 million workdays are lost annually due to alcoholism.

77% of illicit drug users in the United States are employed. That's 9.4 million people!

Even if your business is not required to have a drug-free workplace program, you can still benefit. Let the Chamber help you preserve all that you have worked so hard to build.

What an employer needs to know....

A good drug-free workplace program can lead to:

• 7.5% Reduction in Worker's Compensation Premiums
• Lower Health and Auto Insurance Costs
• Decrease in Absenteeism and Downtime
• Fewer Employee Discipline Problems
• Increase in Productivity and Profits

A successful drug-free workplace program should include:

• Written Policy Statement
• Employee Education
• Supervisor Education
• Employee Assistance Resources
• Drug Testing

The Chamber Can Help With:

• Substance Abuse Policy Development Assistance
• Monthly Educational Newsletters
• On-Site Supervisor Training
• Community Assistance Resource List
• Discount Drug Testing by Certified Laboratory in Gilmer County
• Program/Policy Consultation and Implementation
• Certification Support

Contact  the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at 706-635-7400 for more information on how to establish a Drug Free Workplace.