2-Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness

Course Code: DAA2

The 2-Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness course is designed to inform construction workers, supervisors, and safety personnel about the dangers of substance abuse in the workplace. This training meets NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) and OSHA requirements for awareness education, focusing on the impact of drugs and alcohol on job performance, safety, and overall workplace culture.

Participants will learn to identify signs and symptoms of impairment, understand the legal and safety consequences, and explore prevention strategies. The course also covers employer and employee responsibilities, drug-free workplace policies, and available resources for support and rehabilitation. By promoting awareness and prevention, employers can reduce accidents and maintain a safe, productive environment.

This course covers the following topics:

• Recognize signs of drug and alcohol impairment in the workplace.
• Understand the safety hazards related to working under the influence.
• Comply with company drug-free workplace policies.
• Report suspected impairment to supervisors or safety personnel.
• Encourage a culture of safety and wellness.
• Seek support services when needed.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and DOB regulations regarding substance abuse awareness.
• Promote responsible decision-making to enhance workplace safety.

This course counts as 2 Hours of Prescribed credit toward your Site Safety Training (SST) card and is valid for 5 years from completion unless otherwise specified by the New York City Buildings Department.


Morning
2 Hours
Afternoon
2 Hours
Evening
2 Hours
Weekend
2 Hours
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMMonday-Friday 2:00 PM-4:00 PMMonday-Friday 6:00 PM-8:00 PMSaturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
*Please call the school to see if the schedule is available

Online Drug and Alcohol Awareness Course Overview

Build awareness of how drugs and alcohol can affect judgment, reaction time, coordination, workplace conduct, construction safety, coworkers, and the public.

What You Will Learn

Warning Signs and Safety Hazards

Review possible signs of impairment and associated risks involving equipment, falls, struck-by incidents, errors, communication, and decision-making.

Policies and Responsibilities

Study drug-free workplace policies, employer and employee responsibilities, prohibited conduct, reporting channels, confidentiality concepts, and documentation.

Reporting and Immediate Response

Learn to follow established procedures, notify appropriate personnel, avoid unsafe confrontation, protect the work area, and respond to urgent hazards.

Prevention and Support Resources

Explore prevention, education, wellness, responsible decisions, safety culture, confidential assistance, treatment-resource awareness, and recovery support.

Confirm Current SST Acceptance

Verify provider and course approval, eligibility, online delivery rules, identity requirements, SST acceptance, documentation, and validity before relying on completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2-Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness course?

DAA2 is an online construction-safety awareness course addressing impairment, workplace hazards, warning signs, prevention, policies, reporting, support resources, and responsible decisions.

Who should take this course?

It is designed for construction workers, supervisors, and safety personnel seeking workplace drug and alcohol awareness education. Confirm current employer and SST requirements.

Is this course online?

Yes. The supplied page identifies this as the online version of the 2-Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness course.

How long is the course?

The course is described as two hours. Confirm current attendance, identity verification, online technology, and completion requirements with IDI.

What signs of impairment are discussed?

The course reviews possible behavioral, physical, coordination, judgment, attendance, and performance warning signs without encouraging unqualified diagnosis.

What workplace hazards are covered?

Topics include impaired judgment, slowed reaction, poor coordination, unsafe equipment use, falls, struck-by hazards, errors, conflict, and risks to coworkers and the public.

Are drug-free workplace policies reviewed?

Yes. Employer and employee responsibilities, policy awareness, prohibited conduct, reporting channels, confidentiality concepts, and consequences are discussed.

Does the course explain how to report suspected impairment?

Yes. It emphasizes following company procedures, promptly notifying appropriate supervisors or safety personnel, avoiding confrontation, and protecting immediate safety.

Are prevention strategies included?

Yes. Education, communication, planning, responsible decisions, fatigue and stress awareness, peer support, wellness, and a safety-focused workplace culture are included.

Are support and rehabilitation resources discussed?

Yes. The course introduces seeking appropriate confidential help, employee resources, treatment and recovery support, while avoiding medical diagnosis or treatment advice.

Does this course replace employer testing or policy requirements?

No. Awareness training does not replace employer policies, collective agreements, testing programs, professional evaluation, emergency response, or legal requirements.

What should happen in an immediate safety emergency?

Follow site emergency procedures, stop unsafe work if authorized, secure the area, contact supervision or emergency services as appropriate, and document through established channels.

Does completion automatically provide SST credit?

The page states that the course counts as two hours of prescribed SST credit. Acceptance depends on current NYC DOB rules, approval, eligibility, delivery, and documentation.

How long is completion valid?

The page states five years unless otherwise specified by NYC DOB. Confirm current validity and card requirements with the agency.

How much does the course cost?

The supplied page lists $399. Confirm the current price, included materials, refund terms, schedule, and availability with IDI.

How can I register?

Use IDI pre-registration or contact the school to confirm current approval, SST eligibility, online requirements, price, identification, schedule, and availability.