Alcohol and Other Substances Policy overview
This policy summarises the approach to alcohol and substance misuse, focusing on maintaining a safe workplace and supporting employees who need help. It also details the responsibilities of employees and managers, the support available, and the process for managing concerns.
Who does this apply to?
The Alcohol and Other Substances Policy applies to all employees and workers, including those on bank, agency, and sessional contracts.
5 page [pdf]
Supporting documents
The Alcohol and Other Substances Policy comes with extensive support to ensure the consistent application of the policies across all NHSScotland employers. These supporting documents form part of the standard for workforce policies that apply to all NHSScotland employees.