Introduction
Globus provides a work
environment which aims to ensure the health,
safety, respect, and productivity of all
employees. The use of drugs or alcohol may
impair an individual’s capacity to
perform their job safely, efficiently and
with respect for work colleagues and customers.
The use of such substances may result in
the risk of injury or be a threat to the
well being of the impaired employee, other
employees, customers or persons.
Policy
The policy is that no
employee is to commence work, or return
to work, while under the influence of alcohol
or drugs. The purpose of this policy is
to maintain a work environment free from
the effects of the use of alcohol or drugs.
The consequence of breaching this policy
are detailed in Dismissal Policy.
Company Vehicles
Company vehicles are not
to be driven by anyone who is under the
influence of alcohol or drugs. The Company
will accept no liability for any damage
to a Company vehicle, injury to any person,
or damage to any other property, incurred
while the driver of the Globus vehicle is
in breach of this policy or of the law.
All liabilities shall rest with the driver
concerned.
Prescription drugs
If you take prescription
drugs please check with your doctor to establish
if the use of the drug is likely to impact
on work performance. If it is, please obtain
the advice in writing and provide this advice
to your manager.
Support
Globus will provide information
regarding assistance to help employees in
the treatment of alcohol or drug use problems.
Please contact the Group General Manager
for more information
NON-SMOKING POLICY
Globus aims to provide
its employees with a healthy work environment.
Smoking in the workplace is a recognised
hazard and is not permitted in or on any
Company premises, or other area designated
as non-smoking.
Employees who smoke outside
the premises should not do so near the main
entrance to the building. They should also
ensure that they dispose of cigarette butts
and other litter properly and carefully.
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