Life Essence Academy workplace shall and must be drug-free in order to comply with federal laws, to ensure the safety and productivity of staff and to ensure the safety and learning environment of our students. Therefore, the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of a controlled substance; the possession or use of an alcoholic beverage; and/or the use of an otherwise lawful substance which, when used other than as intended by the manufacturer, alters the perception or physical reaction of the person using or consuming that substance or the vapours therefrom, is strictly prohibited in the workplace.

Workplace refers to the grounds and buildings of Life Essence Academy, all equipment and vehicles belonging to or under the authority of Life Essence Academy, all roadways and parking lots within the exterior boundaries of the land granted to Life Essence Academy and any location where the employee is performing School duties or functions. This definition shall specifically exclude the interior of residences used by employees exclusively for residential purposes which are under the authority or maintenance of Life Essence Academy.