old-Policy on Drug Screening

In addition to any program specific policy, in compliance with the requirements of the Drug-Free Campus & Workplace Act and to maintain a safe environment conducive to both work and learning, the Tennessee College of Applied Technology - specifically prohibits the unlawful use, manufacture, possession, distribution or dispensing of alcohol or illegal drugs, the misuse of legally prescribed or “over the counter” drugs or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs in its facilities and programs. Pursuant to this policy, and where “reasonable suspicion” exists that a student or employee is “under the influence” of alcohol or a controlled substance while on campus or engaged in any Tennessee College of Applied Technology - related activity, the Tennessee College of Applied Technology - may require that individual to submit to a test to determine the presence of alcohol or controlled substances.

For the purposes of this policy, “reasonable suspicion” means suspicion based on specific and articulable facts, taken together with rational inferences from those facts that give rise to the conclusion that an individual is under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance(s). “Under the influence” means that an individual’s judgment or motor coordination is impaired due to the presence or use of alcohol or a controlled substance(s), including prescription medication(s).

When it has been determined that a reasonable suspicion exists that an individual is under the influence of alcohol and/or a controlled substance, he/she may be required to submit to a test to determine whether the individual is actually under the influence. An individual who refuses to undergo testing when reasonable suspicion has been determined to exist, will be found to have violated this policy and will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action. Additionally, any person who tests positive for being under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance(s) in violation of this policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action. The cost of reasonable suspicion drug testing is the responsibility of the individual being tested.