Are construction workers more likely to misuse certain drugs? New research from NYU tells us that, unfortunately, the answer might be yes. However, researchers point to a few things employers can do to protect workers: For one, preventing workplace injury is a good way to avoid any employee self-medication. Second, a flexible yet attentive drug policy can flag issues before they cause bigger problems.
The researchers say an approach of prevention and harm reduction could be the right prescription for tackling this. Need help coming up with effective strategy? We’ve got resources for you — call us today to take a step toward a safer workforce.
