Drug-Free Safety Program (DFSP)

DFSP offers a premium discount to eligible employers for implementing a loss-prevention strategy addressing workplace use and misuse of alcohol and other drugs, including prescription, over-the-counter, and illegal drug abuse within the context of a holistic safety program. DFSP is designed to more effectively prevent injuries and illness by integrating drug free into each company’s comprehensive safety management system. The DFSP replaced BWC’s Drug-Free Workplace Program (DFWP) and Drug-Free EZ Program (DF-EZ). The initial DFSP program year was July 1, 2010, for private employers. There is also a Jan. 1 program year for both public and private employers. Application deadline dates are available by clicking on the link below.

Comparing DFSP with DFWP/DF-EZ

• Wider reaching with expanded benefits
• Benefits not limited to five years
• Previous participants eligible to join
• Simpler and easier to implement than DFWP/DF-EZ; one program with two levels, basic and advanced
• Streamlined application process
• Effective with measureable results
• Streamlined safety components
• Better reporting data
• Continuous measurement and evaluation
• Actuarially sound

DFSP is a voluntary program that encourages employers to detect and deter substance use and misuse, and take appropriate corrective action within the context of addressing overall workplace safety. The most obvious change from DFWP and DF-EZ to DFSP is the emphasis on tailored approaches to loss prevention and risk management. This includes conducting a safety review, providing accident-analysis training for supervisors, submitting accident reports and designing a safety action plan to improve the company’s safety systems.

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