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Amendment to the Drug and Alcohol Policy (HC23)
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DESCRIPTION: Revise the agency’s existing Drug and Alcohol Policy per FTA regulations. |
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ACTION REQUEST: ☒ Approval ☐ Review Comment ☐ Information Only ☐ Other |
RECOMMENDATION:
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To authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute and disseminate an amendment to the Drug and Alcohol Policy.
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ISSUE/BACKGROUND:
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In response to the FTA audit findings, the Drug and Alcohol Policy was revised to reflect the mandated changes. The purpose of the policy is to help RTA employees to understand FTA and RTA regulations. The policy was written clearly and easily accessible for all employees to follow. Policies describe a course of action and create a starting point for change.
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DISCUSSION:
On January 24, 2023, the Drug and Alcohol Department, was visited, for a week full of audit reviews pertaining to the policy and programs processes. This audit was heavily engaged with the FTA auditors to ensure a compliant Drug and Alcohol Policy. This updated policy follows FTA regulations, standards, and rules. In addition, will help support the employees, educate and safeguard the company from any safety violations, and safe riding experiences for our customers.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Adoption of the RTA agency policy has no direct impact on RTA's expenditures or revenues. Providing this updated policy will assist in safeguarding future financial risks associated with following safety-sensitive FTA protocols and our company procedures.
NEXT STEPS:
Upon the Board of Commissioners' approval, the HR Department will distribute the final copy of the policy globally. Making sure that all employees performing safety-sensitive tasks are aware of the policy change.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Drug and Alcohol Policy (HC23) with tracked changes
2. Drug and Alcohol Policy (HC23) Final Draft
3. FTA Drug and Alcohol Policy Findings
4. FTA Letter of RTA Audit completion
5. Resolution
Prepared By: Shalome Jenkins
Title: Drug and Alcohol Program Administrator
Reviewed By: Mark Major
Title: Deputy CEO
12/4/2023
Lona Edwards Hankins Date
Chief Executive Officer