Drug-Free Work Week Brings Awareness to Substance Abuse
September 29, 2008 • Workplace substance abuse is a widespread problem in all industries across the
As part of Drug-Free Work Week, Oct. 20-26, The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC), the country's largest union contractors' organization, continues to battle this danger with ongoing programs, including its partnership with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Drug-Free Workplace Alliance. The nationwide alliance of public and private organizations aims to educate workers on safety and productivity hazards created by drug and alcohol abuse in the workplace.
“TAUC's top focus is advancing the safety and health of the union construction industry,” said TAUC CEO Stephen Lindauer. “Preventing workplace drug use reduces mistakes and injuries, and enhances overall performance. We remain absolutely committed to promoting and preserving a safe work environment.”
TAUC is an association of 2,500 union contractors from across the