Drug-Free Campus and Workplace Policy Brochure

Alcohol and Other Drug Information

California State University, Northridge is fully committed to achieving the aims of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989

The creation and maintenance of a drug and alcohol-free campus depends on you. It is your responsibility to know and comply with the Drug-Free Campus Policy.

It is the policy of California State University, Northridge to maintain a campus free of illicit drugs

It is expressly prohibited to unlawfully manufacture, use, sell, purchase, transfer, or possess dangerous drugs or narcotics, as those terms are used in the federal statutes. Campus regulations prohibit employees and students from being under the influence of alcohol or drugs while engaged in work or university sponsored activities on or off campus. This does not include the use of legally prescribed medication that does not adversely affect work ability, job performance, or the safety of the individual or others.

The Drug-Free Workplace Act requires that California State University, Northridge employees engaged in work on federal contracts or grants (including financial and work-study employment) abide by the above standard of conduct as a condition of employment.

Employees shall notify the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources of any criminal drug statute conviction which resulted from behavior in the workplace or while on university business no later than 5 days after the conviction. California State University, Northridge is required to notify the federal contracting/granting agency within 10 days of receiving such notice of conviction and to take appropriate corrective action.

Help is available for employees and students with alcohol and drug problems

Faculty and staff may contact the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at 818-677-2681 for confidential consultation regarding drug or alcohol abuse, or other personal problems at no cost to the employee or member of their immediate family. An assessment of the situation will be made and alternatives will be offered which are both appropriate and affordable. All employee health insurance plans include provisions for the treatment of alcohol and substance abuse problems. For more information, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 818-677-2101, TTY 677-5288.

Where to Get Help: Resources for Faculty, Staff, and Students

Campus Resources:

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM	(818) 677-2681
UNIVERSITY COUNSELING SERVICES	(818) 677-2366 TTY (818) 677-7834
KLOTZ STUDENT HEALTH CENTER	(818) 677-3666 TTY (818) 677-3692
VICE PRESIDENT, STUDENT AFFAIRS	(818) 677-2391

Community Resources

AL-ANON	(818) 760-7122
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS	(818) 988-3001
ALATEEN	(818) 760-7122
ALCOHOL AND DRUG HELPLINE	(800) 622-2255
FAMILIES ANONYMOUS	(800) 736-9805
MARIJUANA ANONYMOUS	(800) 766-6779
COCAINE ANONYMOUS	(818) 760-8402
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS	(818) 773-9999

The services listed above are provided for informational purposes only. No specific endorsement is implied.

Risks Associated with Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse

Drug	Effects of Drug	Penalties
ALCOHOL (Beer, wine, liquor, malt liquor, booze, juice, sauce, hooch)	Decreased hand/eye coordination Increased irritability Increased aggressive behavior Decreased performance Impaired reasoning Drowsiness/mood swings Increased health problems Increased accidents	California Law* defines penalties that apply to anyone convicted of the manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of controlled substances. Misdemeanor convictions for workplace and campus drug violations can result in a fine, community service, and incarceration of up to a year. Felony convictions for workplace and campus drug use can result in substantial fines and a lengthy sentence in state prison. Most drug-use convictions are defined as felony acts. Violation of campus regulations subjects students to disciplinary actions and sanctions which may include expulsion, suspension, probation, withdrawal of financial aid, or lesser sanctions. Violation of University policy or conviction of a drug offense by faculty or staff while on or off campus when in work status shall be grounds for appropriate disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. * California Health and Safety Code, Chapter 6.
MARIJUANA (Blunt, dope, ganja, pot, reefer, grass, herb, skunk, weed, joint)	Short-term memory impairment Impaired judgment Inability to estimate time/distance Physical reflexes slowed Poor coordination Drowsiness/mood swings Impaired motor performance Affects driving ability up to 8 hrs. Forgetfulness
COCAINE/CRACK (Blow, bump, C, candy, Charlie, flake, rock, snow)	Shortened attention span Impaired judgment Impaired decision making Lack of dependability Irritability and depression
OPIATES (Heroin, Morphine, Opium, Codeine, Vicodin)	Impaired judgment Lowered efficiency Irritability Reduced attention span
HALLUCINOGENS (PCP, LSD, Ecstasy, Mescaline, Psilocybin)	Impaired reasoning Feeling of enhanced mental activity Inability to follow directions Sadness and anxiety
AMPHETAMINES (Benzedrine, Dexedrine, speed, crystal, crank)	Restlessness, hyperactivity Irritability Impaired judgment and decision-making ability Aggressive/violent outbursts Dizziness Increased risk for accidents Panic-like attacks
SEDATIVES (Valium, Quaalude, reds, phennies)	Slowed reflexes Lower productivity Slowed mental processes Depression

For further information see the Drug-Free Workplace Policy at http://www-admn.csun.edu/vp/policies/125_admn_fin/500/540_50.htm

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