• Attempt to report for work whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Attempt to report for work in an unfit state due to the usage of drugs or alcohol
• Be in possession of drugs in the working environment
• Take drugs or consume alcohol whilst on duty

McML is aware of its responsibilities to provide, as far as is reasonably practicable, a safe and healthy working environment, and recognizes that this can be put at risk by those who misuse alcohol or drugs to such an extent that it may affect their health, performance, conduct and safety or the safety of others whilst in the workplace.

All employees, regardless of status, are expected to adhere to, and observe, current and future legislation. The consumption of alcohol in the office premises is not allowed except at authorized company functions. Any employee, regardless of status, found consuming either drugs or alcohol in the premises, or thought unfit to carry out their normal duties through the unauthorized consumption of such, will be subject to disciplinary action.

McML reserves the right to remove from site and suspend from work any employee suspected to be in breach of this policy through the misuse of alcohol or drugs, pending further investigation.

Any employee found to be in breach of legislation and / or either company or client policy or rules may be subject to disciplinary action for gross misconduct that may lead to summary dismissal.

Anyone taking prescribed or over the counter medication should inform his or her manager on reporting for duty and before commencing work.

McML would prefer to help staffs who might have a problem, not penalize them. Staffs who seek help and declare a belief that they have a problem concerning either alcohol or drugs will be dealt with sympathetically by the company and support will be given where possible.