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									<p>Being aware of the signs and symptoms of employee drug and alcohol abuse helps employers create a <a href="/resources/create-a-certified-drug-free-workplace">Certified Drug-Free Workplace</a>. Keep in mind that sudden symptoms may have similarities to emotional or physical difficulties or illnesses, but that in combination they may be indicators of a potential drug problem.</p><p>The presence of any of the following paraphernalia indicate a possible drug problem: capsules, vials, glass pipes, smoking pipes, a cigarette lighter carried by a non-smoker, short straws, mirrors or flat metal, folded paper envelopes.</p><p>The following physical symptoms are sometimes but not always indicative of drug use: constant fatigue, slurred speech, faster speech, constant scratching, bloodshot eyes, dilated pupils, poor coordination, and hyper-excitability.</p><p>Sudden changes in behavior are sometimes an indicator of drug use: apathetic attitude, secretive behavior, sudden financial problems and borrowing of money, frequent hangover symptoms, explosive arguments, sudden deterioration of relationships, erratic behavior.</p><p>Performance issues may also be indicators of substance abuse: excessive tardiness or absenteeism, missed deadlines, poor morale, multiple reports of theft, deteriorating work quality.</p><p>In addition to having a well-defined employee alcohol and drug testing policy, management training and knowing your employees are the two best ways to create and maintain a<a href="/resources/create-a-certified-drug-free-workplace">Certified Drug-Free Workplace</a>. Employee Drug Testing Ace can provide resources for all these areas as well delivering the best certified laboratories and employee drug test kits to support your program.</p>								</div>
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