Date:

Tuesday, 3rd November 2026

 

Delivery:

  • 10.00am to 12.00 noon
  • Online

 

Aimed at:

HR, Managers and HOD’s

 

Course Overview:

This course is designed to give managers an increased comprehension of the Company Policy in regards to Intoxicants in the Workplace, be familiar with the signs of intoxication, understand how to address an issue of intoxication within the workplace, be informed of relevant case law and have knowledge of the classification of disability under the Irish legal system.

 

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, learners will:

  • Be more knowledgeable in the specific company policy.
  • Understand why this policy is important in protecting the health and safety of all employees.
  • Be able to recognise signs of intoxication.
  • Ability to manage an instance of intoxication within the workplace correctly.
  • Understand the potential challenges that may arise in managing an instance of intoxication within the workplace.
  • Be more knowledgeable of the classification of a disability such as alcoholism.
  • Recall relevant case law when dealing with an issue of intoxication within the workplace.

Course Content:

  • Review of the Policy
  • Discussing the Elements of The Policy
  • Current Challenges
  • Challenging Behaviours
  • Case Law
  • Physical and Other Effects of Alcohol and Drugs
  • Specific Effects of Alcohol
  • Alcohol Units
  • Signs of Intoxication
  • Golden Rules
  • Health & Safety FAQ’s
  • Alcoholism – a disability
  • Confidentiality
  • Conclusions

 

Trainer:

HR Suite

 

Fee:

Members €65 pp
Non Members €80 pp

 

Booking:

Book below.

For more info, email Dervla O’Neill at oneilld@ihf.ie  or call 086 083 6626