Substance Abuse Policy
The Mass General Brigham University of Health Professions is a drug-free workplace. As such, the University is committed to maintaining a safe, healthful, and efficient educational environment in which students can learn through a variety of experiences. It is the policy of the University to maintain an environment that is free of impairment related to substance abuse by any of its students.
Each student must notify the University of any state or federal drug-related charge for a violation occurring in the workplace or school, whether or not resulting in a conviction, no later than five business days after such charge. The University must notify the appropriate government agencies of any employee or student conviction.
The University expects students to be in a condition free of the influence of alcohol and drugs, and to remain so while they are at the University and carrying out educational responsibilities. Employees and students shall refrain from drug and alcohol abuse use as well as possession, sale, or unlawful distribution on University or MGB property. Violation of this policy may result in corrective action up to and including dismissal or discharge.
The MGH Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides complete confidential help to students who suffer from alcohol or drug abuse and other personal or emotional problems. However, it is the responsibility of each student to seek assistance from EAP before alcohol and drug problems lead to corrective action, which can include dismissal for a first offense.