DUSON Emergency Awareness: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Awareness

September 8, 2017

DUSON is committed to the safety of its faculty, staff and students. This month’s awareness focuses on alcohol and drug addiction.

Alcoholism and drug addiction in the workplace has a significant impact in four major areas:

Premature death/fatal accidents.
Injuries/accident rates.
Absenteeism/extra sick leave.
Loss of production.

While different drugs have different effects on people, there are some common signs that indicate someone may be abusing drugs or alcohol:

Extreme mood swings.
Paranoia.
Glassy eyes.
Noticeable exhaustion.
Frequent absenteeism.
Frequent accidents.
Erratic behavior.

If you or someone else in your workplace is suffering from alcohol or drug addiction, contact Duke University Personal Assistance Service (PAS) at 919-416-1PAS (1727)

This safety message has been brought to you by DUSON’s Emergency Preparedness Team. For more DUSON emergency information and tips, visit our Emergency Information Center.