LAC 67:I.101. Introduction and Purpose

A. The employees of the state of Louisiana are among the state's most valuable resources, and the physical and mental well-being of these employees is necessary for them to properly carry out their responsibilities. Substance abuse causes serious adverse consequences to users, impacting on their productivity, health and safety, dependents and co-workers, as well as the general public. Substance abuse on the job can cause undue risk of harm to the public in general and the children and other clients directly served by and dependent on the services of the Department of Social Services (DSS). B. The state of Louisiana has a long-standing commitment to working toward an alcohol-free, drug-free workplace. In order to curb the use of illegal drugs by employees of the state of Louisiana, the Louisiana Legislature enacted laws which provide for the creation and implementation of drug testing programs for state employees. C. The Department of Social Services fully supports these efforts and is committed to an alcohol-free, drug-free workplace.