Pubdate: Sun, 15 Oct 2006 Source: State Journal, The (WV) Copyright: 2006 The State Journal Contact: http://www.statejournal.com/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/2745 Author: Kimberly Beary Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/testing.htm (Drug Testing) FIRST EVER DRUG-FREE WORK WEEK STARTS Mining and construction reportedly top list of workers who abuse alcohol and drugs. Employers will tackle the war on drugs this week. The first ever Drug-Free Work Week kicks off Monday with a variety of activities including supervisor training and health screenings. The U-S Department of Labor says research shows construction and mining top the list of industries whose workers report the highest rates of alcohol and drug abuse. The Labor Department wants workers to know being drug free on the job improves workplace safety and health. - --- MAP posted-by: Derek