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John has returned to work after a prolonged absence from his work. His work would be classed
as a ‘safety critical role’ in that he is in charge of plant and machinery and sometimes operates
equipment. During his absence from work John developed an alcohol dependency in addition to
occasional use of an illicit drug. The company he works for does not have a written policy on
‘intoxicants’ in the workplace nor does it provide health surveillance for John and his co-workers
in ‘safety critical roles’ in the company.
a) Describe the preventative measures that John’s employer should have in place to mitigate
the potential for John returning to work and operating equipment under the influence of an
‘intoxicant’. Include the definition of ‘intoxicant’ as set out in relevant legislation. (30 marks)
b) Describe what John’s employer must do if John attends work under the influence of an
intoxicant and is displaying unsafe behaviour while operating equipment. (30 marks)
c) What are John’s duties as an employee in relation to intoxicants in the workplace?
(20 marks)
d) Describe the FOUR types of intoxicant testing that employers may have in their workplace.

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