Workplace Policy Toolkit

Substance Use Prevention, Safety, and Well-being in the Workplace

A focus on the Mining, Extraction, and Oil Industries in Wyoming

This toolkit was developed to provide employers with resources for promoting a culture of health and safety in the workplace and to prevent overdose deaths.

Click here for a version of the full toolkit, or navigate to the sections below to learn more about specific best practices and related tools for employers or for sample policies.

• Introduction and background information on the opioid epidemic in Wyoming
• Why It Matters
• Best practices to address opioid issues in the workplace

1. 1. Build a Culture That Supports Overall Well-Being
   2. Provide employee and supervisor training
   3. Develop a written substance use policy
   4. Provide comprehensive healthcare and pharmacy coverage
   5. Provide an employee or member assistance program
   6. Develop policies and practices to facilitate treatment and recovery
   7. Support employees’ return to work

Sample Policy Templates

• Flexible Work Policy [Template]
• Tobacco-Free Workplace Policy [Template]
• Workplace Cancer Screening Policy [Template]
• Workplace Sun Safety Policy [Template]
• Workplace Physical Activity Policy [Template]
• Employee Well-Being Pre-Assessment [Template]
• Drug-Free Workplace Policy [Template]
• Second Chance Agreement [Template]
• Workplace Naloxone Policy [Template]