Page 1 - APWU Inquiry
Page 2 - Postal Service Directive
Recently, it has come to our attention that drug testing is being used in the field as part ot the initial issuance and renewal of the SF-46, Operator's Identification Card, and in Accident Repeater Programs. Across-the-board drug testing and/or random drug testing of present employees is prohibited under any circumstances. However, on a case-by-case basis, during fitness-for-duty examinations, drug tests may be administered, depending on the specific reasons for the examination as stated by the referring official and/or in the judgment of the examining medical official (see Attachment A). Additionally, drug testing in conjunction with medical assessments and evaluations as part of the Employee Assistance Program is within established procedures (see Attachment B). Furthermore, we will be issuing a policy statement on drug screening of applicants for employment in the near future.
Document Type: Postal Service Directive
APWU National Grievance Number: None