Workplace Drug Abuse Costs Companies Over $100 Billion Annually
Elise Ying-Hei Ho — November 8, 2012 — Lifestyle
References: complianceandsafety
Companies lose over $100 billion a year in the form of sick days and inefficiency due to substance abuse, which is why it's starting to implement policies to fight workplace drug abuse.
Statistics revealed in the Drug Abuse in the Workplace Infographic show which industries are at risk of employees who are addicted to some form of drugs. Having been exposed to workplace drug abuse destroys one's career as well as the employer's finances. The graph also reveals the amount of money spent hiring new employees to replace the ones who have been let go. While it may seem like an infringement of personal rights or privacy, the enormous numbers to support the lack of professionalism and integrity among substance abusers make it hard to blame companies for implementing a screening policy to ensure the sobriety of their workers.
Statistics revealed in the Drug Abuse in the Workplace Infographic show which industries are at risk of employees who are addicted to some form of drugs. Having been exposed to workplace drug abuse destroys one's career as well as the employer's finances. The graph also reveals the amount of money spent hiring new employees to replace the ones who have been let go. While it may seem like an infringement of personal rights or privacy, the enormous numbers to support the lack of professionalism and integrity among substance abusers make it hard to blame companies for implementing a screening policy to ensure the sobriety of their workers.
Trend Themes
1. Workplace Substance Abuse - Opportunities for innovative substance abuse prevention policies and programs in workplaces across industries.
2. Employee Health and Wellness - Fostering a culture of wellness and mental health in the workplace to address and prevent substance abuse.
3. Employment and Addiction Recovery - Providing support and resources for employees seeking treatment for substance abuse and addiction while still maintaining employment.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - Increasingly addressing substance abuse and addiction within the healthcare industry to improve patient safety and outcomes.
2. Transportation - Developing safety protocols and policies to prevent substance abuse and addiction among transportation workers who are responsible for the safety of the public.
3. Retail and Hospitality - Implementing substance abuse prevention policies and providing resources for employees in the retail and hospitality industries where high stress and long hours can contribute to addiction.
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