Oklahoma’s new drug and alcohol policy will affect workers in ‘safety-sensitive’ jobs

Oklahoma's new H.B. 3127 law, effective November 1, establishes a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all workers in safety-sensitive jobs regardless of employer policy. The law was signed by Governor Kevin Stitt on April 20 and creates a statewide standard aimed at protecting worker safety on jobsites.

Oklahoma City — A new Oklahoma law establishes a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol standard for workers in “safety-sensitive” jobs, effective Nov. 1. Under H.B. 3127, signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) on April 20, the standard applies to all workers in safety-sensitive jobs “regardless of any employer…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.