Positive Test Result and Reporting Sample Clauses

Positive Test Result and Reporting. Any positive result of any test will be reported by the testing agency to the employee first. This notification will be in person or via telephone. If the employee is not available for the telephone call, they will be notified in writing. Such written notification will include the ability of the employee to appeal the finding at his or her own expense and the proper procedure for making the appeal. The correspondence will be sent via certified mail. Once proof of notification has been received or five days after the correspondence has been mailed to the employee, the testing agency will notify the Employer by contacting the Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee. Once the Employer has been notified, the Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee shall proceed with the appropriate action. The employee will be given a second opportunity, with Union representation if requested, to explain why he/she tested positive prior to any further action taking place. If disciplinary action is to occur, the procedure of progressive discipline will be followed. Further, an employee who had not tested positive in the past may, in the Employer’s discretion, be given the opportunity to complete a rehabilitation program as an alternative to discharge from employment, subject to any conditions the Employer may deem appropriate.