Drug And Alcohol Use Disorders In Construction Environments For Employees

Substance use can have life-altering consequences, especially in construction, where physical safety is at constant risk. The course explores how substance use disorders develop, outlines the signs of physical dependency, and highlights the importance of prevention and early support.

This course helps workers recognize commonly misused substances, including marijuana, alcohol, opioids, and stimulants. Participants also learn about company drug and alcohol policies and the path to recovery.

According to the National Safety Council, construction has the second-highest rate of substance use disorders among all industries, underscoring the urgent need for job-specific training and support. This course is designed for teams looking to better understand the risks of substance use on the job, support a safer work environment, and encourage awareness around prevention and recovery.

   This course is in the Video On Demand format, to read about Video On Demand features click here.

This course is intended for construction workers, crew members, and frontline employees at all experience levels.

• Introduction
• Substances That Are Often Misused
• Marijuana Alcohol And Other Depressants
• Opioids Stimulants And Over-The-Counter Drugs
• How People Develop A Substance Use Disorder
• Physical Drug Dependency And Preventing Substance Use Disorders
• Drug and Alcohol Policies
• Recovering From A Substance Use Disorder
• Conclusion

• Drug And Alcohol Use Disorders In Construction Environments For Managers And Supervisors
• Drug And Alcohol Use Disorders For Employees
• Drug And Alcohol Use Disorders For Managers And Supervisors