YOU'VE read about doctor James Peters' drug habit. What happens to people inother occupations if they use drugs?
Teachers caught using illicit drugs face disciplinary action ranging from a reprimand, a fine, a reduction in classification and termination of employment.
Teachers in Victorian government schools are prohibited under the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 from
consuming alcohol or restricted or dangerous drugs that would affect their duties.
A pilot found using illicit substances is immediately stood down and is required to undergo a secondary confirmation test.
The pilot can only return to work duties once a medical assessment has been satisfied.
Circumstantially may be required to complete a rehabilitation program.
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority conducts random drug tests.
Pilots who fail these specific tests can also receive an infringement notice.
Pilots are subject to mandatory drug tests pre-employment, after an accident and on a suspicion basis.
OIL RIG WORKER
Any worker who fails a drug test is immediately stood down and transported from the oil rig by helicopter.
An investigation is then launched by the company.
One drug test breach can result in termination of employment.
Staff who have engaged in misconduct by misusing or illegally using alcohol, drugs or other substances can have their employment terminated.
If a worker is found to be using illicit drugs they are immediately removed from the work site.
The off ending worker is then subject to medical testing.
An off ending officer would be subject to an investigation and would face disciplinary charges including termination of employment.