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Support Training Against Narcotic Dependency

Why STAND

Drug abuse is not just a social issue... it is also an economic development issue. Drug abuse has a negative impact on businesss retention and expansion, which costs Los Angeles jobs.

Drug abuse is a major contributor to lower productivity, higher insurance and worker compensation costs, absenteeism, theft, vandalism, and employee turnover. It also infringes on an individual's right to work in a safe environment.

The business community realizes the importance of getting involved. An investment in drug education, prevention, and employee assistance programs will pay off for employers as well as employees.

Drug Abusers As Employees Are...

	3 times more likely to be late for work
	10 times more likely to miss work
	2.2 times more likely to request early dismissal or time off
	3.6 times more likely to injure themselves or another person in a workplace accident
	5 times more likely to file a worker's compensation claim
	Likely to incur 300% higher medical costs and benefits
	Responsible for 40% of all industrial fatalities
	33% less productive

...when compared to their non-drug abusing counterparts.

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