Managing alcohol, drugs and substance abuse in the workplace

Date

Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Duration

10:00 - 12:30

Cost

R1050.00

Managing alcohol, drugs and cannabis in the workplace has become increasingly complex, particularly when testing does not necessarily establish impairment. This practical webinar provides guidance on managing impairment, testing, misconduct and dependency, while balancing workplace safety, Employee rights and legal compliance.

Course Outcomes

Understand the legal framework governing alcohol, drugs and cannabis in the workplace.
Distinguish between impairment, a positive test and private substance use.
Understand the particular challenges associated with cannabis testing and impairment.
Differentiate between misconduct and incapacity in substance-related matters.
Manage testing, refusals to test and suspected impairment appropriately.
Understand what workplace policies should provide for.
Apply fair and defensible processes when taking action.

Questions we will answer

Can an Employee be dismissed for being under the influence at work for a first offence?
Can an Employee be disciplined simply for testing positive for cannabis?
How can an Employer establish cannabis impairment?
Can Employers conduct random alcohol or drug testing?
Can an Employee refuse to undergo a test?
What should an Employer do when impairment is suspected but testing is inconclusive?
When does substance dependency become an incapacity rather than a misconduct issue?
What should an effective alcohol, drugs and cannabis policy cover?

Who should do this course

Managers, Team Leaders, HR practitioners, Safety Officers and business owners.

Course Registration

Once registered, a Teams invite will be sent to the designated contact person, along with the generated invoice.”