Disciplinary Standards. 28.9.1 Unjustifiable positive test results for controlled substances (including illegal drugs or unprescribed anabolic steroids): 28.9.1.1 First positive test = Termination. 28.9.2 Unjustifiable positive test results for controlled substances that are legally prescribed to other than the officer (proof must be submitted by the officer to verify that prescription is legal): 28.9.2.1 Discipline will be imposed on a case by case basis. Factors that will be considered will include the controlled substance taken, to whom the medication was prescribed (and for what purpose) and the officer’s prior discipline. Discipline will range from a reprimand up to and including termination. 28.9.3 Unjustifiable positive test results for alcohol 0.02% or above will be treated as a positive result: 28.9.3.1 First positive test = Reprimand + mandatory Employee Assistance Program (EAP) referral. 28.9.3.2 Second positive test = Termination unless officer voluntarily accepts written reprimand + mandatory EAP referral and satisfactory completion of approved program + voluntary “last chance agreement” including up to three “not for cause” additional tests per year for three
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