Alcohol Awareness Month
ALCOHOL AT WORK
Alcohol is the single most used and abused drug in America.
Nearly 14 million Americans (1 in every 13 adults) abuse alcohol or are alcoholics.
Alcohol is a major factor in injuries, both at home, at work, and on the road.
Absenteeism from work is estimated to be 4 to 8 times greater among alcoholics and alcohol abusers.
Other family members of alcoholics also have greater rates of absenteeism.
Accidents and on-the-job injuries are far more prevalent among alcoholics and alcohol abusers.
Up to 40% of industrial fatalities can be linked to alcohol abuse and alcoholism.
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation offers the Drug Free Safety Program. It helps employees learn about substance use, abuse and dependency. It helps employers assist and retain valuable employees. It also grants discounts on Workers’ Compensation premiums.
There are many misconceptions about alcohol in the workplace and the more people learn the better. There are few places where adults can learn about substance use, abuse and dependency, so employment-based programs are effective.
Please contact Janis McLaughlin at Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers, Inc. for more information. (440) 285-9119 x225.
Please contact a professional if you have questions. Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers, 200 Center Street, Chardon, OH 44024. (440) 285-9119.
Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers, Inc. is supported, in part, by The Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services, The Lake County ADAMHS Board and United Way of Lake and Geauga Counties.