We carry out random Drugs & Alcohol testing on our employees. Part of our policy is that if someone fails on the alcohol test then we suspend them on full pay and then follow the disciplinary process. As a caring employer we do not allow them to drive home, but arrange for either a taxi or a colleague to take them. My question is, if someone fails a pre-employment alcohol test, do we have a duty to provide transport home for them, i.e. as they are not employees of the company? Any suggestions would be welcome!
Karen Beardsley