Observed Issues Resulting from Drugs in the Workplace
Observed Workplace Issues – Indiana Business Survey
These data are from a survey of employers in the U.S. state of Indiana. The employers were asked to identify which problems they experienced in their workplaces. Respondents could check all that apply.
Employers who observed a substance misuse issue - 80%
The substance misuse issues identified by the employers were as follows:
- Use of Rx painkillers at work - 59%
- Positive drug tests for prescription - 41%
- Absenteeism or missed work - 41%
- Family member affected - 40%
- Impaired/decreased job performance - 35%
- Borrowing or selling...