Section 2-640 - Drug and Substance Use and Abuse

CMH EMS Education Manual


Tobacco use is not permitted during class, clinicals, labs, or while wearing student uniforms. Tobacco use is also not permitted on healthcare property, in healthcare vehicles, or during healthcare functions. Students under the influence of any illegal substance or alcohol during class will be dismissed and may be subject to further discipline or legal action. Students under the influence of even prescribed and legal substances that may impair judgment, impair reflexes, or cause drowsiness may have certain restrictions placed on them (i.e. cannot participate in laboratory, clinical, or evolutions). Illegal use of controlled substances outside of class can also lead to dismissal.


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07/17/19Changed document number from 4-800 to 2-640
08/21/20pdfMoved this section to the online format.

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