place Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 .
Williamson College of the Trades ’ Alcohol and Drug Policy
Introduction
Williamson College of the Trades teaches safety-sensitive trade programs . To ensure a safe and healthy educational environment for all students , faculty , and staff members , the college maintains an alcohol-free and drug-free campus . The health and legal risks associated with alcohol or drug use are outlined within the Student Handbook , and our college website in compliance with federal law . Counseling and support services are available for any student who seeks them . This policy is consistent with industry standards ( which have drug-free policies in the workplace ) and is recommended by industry .
Statement of Zero Tolerance – Alcohol Use
Williamson College of the Trades complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 . In order to promote its fundamental mission safely , the college has adopted a zero-tolerance policy for consumption , distribution , or possession of alcohol by any student regardless of age , on campus or while attending any school sponsored event . Students under the influence of alcohol on campus , or while attending any school sponsored event , are considered to be in violation of this policy . Students violating this policy will face disciplinary sanctions up to and including possible dismissal .
Students 21 years of age and older , in alignment with federal and state law , may consume alcohol off-campus . However , the college reserves to right to assign disciplinary sanctions , up to and including possible dismissal for violations of local , state , or federal laws associated with the use or distribution of alcohol ( e . g ., driving under the influence , public intoxication , providing alcohol to an underaged individual , etc .).
The consumption , possession , or distribution of alcohol by an underaged student is a violation of state and federal law . Students violating this policy off-campus will face disciplinary sanctions up to and including possible dismissal . Alternative sanctions may include disciplinary probation and restrictions , attendance in an alcohol rehabilitation program , and periodic testing .
Alcohol Testing Policy
The college reserves the right to require an alcohol test from a student where there is a reasonable suspicion that the college ’ s zero tolerance policy has been violated . Failure to submit to an alcohol test is a violation of the college ’ s disciplinary policy and may result in dismissal . A breathalyzer test is typically used by the college with a reading of . 02 or higher considered as proof of alcohol use . Students who are selected will be tested
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