Alcohol & Other Drug Issues

West Virginia University complies with the educational and testing requirements of federal contractors as outlined in the Drug-Free Workplace Act, 1988 (49 CFR 219); Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, 1986 (20 USC 3181-3196); Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments, 1989; Prevention of Prohibited Drug Use in Transit Operations (49 CFR part 653); Prevention of Alcohol Misuse in Transit Operations (49 CFR part 654); and/or the Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing.

WVU Drug Free Workplace Compliance

West Virginia University complies with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. Under this regulation, we are required to have a drug free workplace policy and communicate this policy and additional federally required information annually to employees.

Drug Free Workplace Policy and Other Information

WVU Drug Testing Program

West Virginia University complies with the Federal Transportation Administration requirements relative to drug and alcohol use by safety sensitive personnel. Under these regulations, drug use is prohibited at all times by our safety-sensitive employees. In addition, alcohol consumption by our safety-sensitive employees is prohibited while performing, and for four (4) hours prior to performing safety-sensitive functions. Alcohol consumption after an accident is also prohibited. Department of Transportation testing methods are used in six specific situations to confirm employee compliance with these standards.

Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy
Drug and Alcohol Testing Procedure

WVU Faculty Staff Assistance Program