Drug and Alcohol Awareness for Managers
Our alcohol and drug awareness course for managers provides team leaders with essential knowledge to proactively address workplace risks related to drug and alcohol misuse.
Substance misuse among employees can cause lateness, absenteeism, reduced performance, and increased safety risks, all of which affect an organisation’s efficiency and reputation.
The course covers employers’ legal responsibilities, guides participants in recognising early signs of substance misuse, and provides practical strategies for managing challenging discussions effectively.
Through this course, managers will also learn preventive measures to mitigate these risks and understand the importance of implementing a comprehensive drug and alcohol policy.
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Drug and Alcohol Awareness for Managers
Drug and Alcohol Awareness for Managers is an essential, in-depth course that equips managers with the knowledge to recognise, address, and prevent substance-related issues in the workplace, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and standards.
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Who is it for?
This alcohol and drugs awareness course is for those who manage or supervise employees, and it is appropriate for organisations of all sizes, across every industry.
Please note that we offer Drugs and Alcohol Awareness Course for Employees which is for all employees who do not hold management responsibilities.
Course duration
The drug and alcohol course for managers takes approximately 35-40 minutes to complete.
Course aims
By the end of the alcohol and drug awareness course, managers will:
- Understand how drug and alcohol misuse can impact the workplace.
- Be able to identify signs of drug and alcohol misuse.
- Understand a manager’s role in mitigating risks related to drug and alcohol misuse.
- Know the benefits of a drug and alcohol policy and how to ensure it is effective.
- Be able to utilise practical strategies for managing alcohol and drug-related issues affecting the workplace.
Course compliance
Our SCORM compliance means you can be confident that we deliver high-quality, effective eLearning and assessment tools that integrate into professional learning management systems.
Our courses are SCORM compliant which means they can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
Learn more about our health and safety accreditations.
Benefits of the alcohol and drug awareness course
- Provides managers with the skills to identify and address substance misuse, reducing safety risks.
- Early intervention helps minimise absenteeism, lateness and performance issues related to substance abuse.
- Supports your organisation to meet legal obligations for health and safety management through a comprehensive approach to drug and alcohol management.
- IOSH Approved, CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- The alcohol and drug awareness course can be completed at the participant’s own pace, at a time that suits them.
- Interactive training to keep participants engaged throughout.
- Multiple choice quizzes so participants can check their understanding as they go.
- Summaries at the end of each section to enhance understanding.
Course Overview
Substance misuse
What drug and alcohol misuse is and who is most affected, looking at statistics.
Reasons why people misuse drugs and alcohol and the mental and physical effects.
Types of drugs
The mental and physical effects of the three types of drugs: depressants, stimulants and hallucinogens.
Drug classifications
How drugs that fall under Class A, B and C effect the body and mind.
Alcohol
How alcohol is measured by ABV and what this means. The risk levels of drinking and factors that influence how much alcohol is absorbed by the body.
Drugs and alcohol in the workplace
Factors in the workplace that may lead to drugs and alcohol misuse and what an employer’s responsibilities are.
Signs that an employee may be misusing drugs or alcohol.
Looking at safety critical work where using drugs and alcohol is most dangerous.
Drugs and alcohol policy
The benefits of having a drug and alcohol policy and what it should include.
Drink and drug driving
The legal limits for alcohol, highlighting the reasons why it is impossible to know whether you are over the legal limit.
The consequences of drink and drug driving.
The law surrounding drug and alcohol screening at work.
Smoking at work
What the law says about smoking in public places and smoking at work.
Managing issues related to drug and alcohol misuse
The reasons why it is important to manage drug and alcohol issues.
Prevention
Steps to take to help prevent drug and alcohol-related issues in the workplace including:
- Carrying out risk assessments
- Offering management training
- Conducting an internal review of processes that might lead to stress and drug or alcohol-related problems
- Implementing a wellbeing programme
- Looking at social drinking in work-related entertaining.
- Examining the effectiveness of HR absence and performance tracking processes.
Disclosures
Best practices for managing drug and alcohol-related disclosures.
Identifying patterns of behaviour
How to identify patterns of behaviour that can result from substance abuse and collect workplace observations.
Preparing for emotional responses
How discussions with employees about alcohol and drug-related issues may lead to different emotional responses, with strategies to manage those responses.
Support
Links to sources of drug and alcohol support for organisations, individuals and loved ones, with a downloadable document.
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FAQs
Is this course suitable for businesses of all sizes?
Yes, the alcohol and drugs awareness course provides practical strategies and legal insights relevant to managing teams of all sizes across every sector.
Can this course be customised to reflect our company’s specific policies?
Yes, we can tailor the content to align with your organisation’s existing drug and alcohol policies or industry-specific challenges. Please get in touch to discuss customisation options.
Can the course help us meet specific industry regulations?
Yes, the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Course for Managers is aligned with legal requirements and best practices for managing substance misuse in the workplace, helping organisations stay compliant with health and safety regulations.
Is the course suitable for new managers or only for those with experience?
The course is suitable for both new and experienced managers. It covers foundational knowledge for those new to the role and more advanced strategies for experienced team leaders.
What happens if our managers have limited time to complete the course?
The course is designed to be flexible, allowing managers to complete it at their own pace. Progress can be saved and resumed at a convenient time, ensuring it fits around busy schedules.
Is there a discount if I need to train a large team?
Yes, we offer volume discounts for businesses that need to train multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, and we can provide pricing based on your team size.
What happens if someone fails the course assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
How is it delivered?
The Alcohol and Drug Awareness Course for Managers is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.
We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
Compliance record keeping instantly solved
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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