Why it Matters

Workplaces are more diverse than ever before. Employees bring different life experiences, cultures, beliefs, health needs, family responsibilities, and personal preferences to work each day.  An inclusive workplace recognizes these differences and creates an...

Case Study 1 – The Annual Sales Conference

A national sales team attends a three-day conference. Following the final day’s presentations, employees attend a company-sponsored networking reception where alcohol is served. Several employees remain at the event late into the evening. The following...

Reflection Exercise

Reflection Exercise – Download the handout in the resource area of this module to complete the exercise.Consider your own organization. Reflect on the following questions: Which alcohol-related organizational costs are most likely to affect your...

Safe Workplaces & Culture

Liability Employers have both legal and ethical responsibilities to maintain a safe workplace. Alcohol-related impairment may increase organizational risk when it contributes to workplace injuries, vehicle accidents, harassment, violence, property damage, negligent...

Costs & Consequences

Alcohol’s impact on the workplace extends far beyond healthcare expenses. While medical claims and treatment costs are important considerations, many of the greatest organizational costs are indirect and often less visible.  Even moderate declines in...