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Drug-Free Workplace Program Standards (Chapter 59A-24 F.A.C.)

Florida employers seeking workers' compensation premium discounts must comply with Chapter 59A-24 of the Florida Administrative Code, which governs drug-free workplace program requirements including testing procedures and employee notification.

Jul 1, 2024Effective: Jul 1, 2024Verified Feb 3, 2026RegulationView source

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Areas of regulatory coverage in Florida

Drug Testing Regulations

State and federal rules governing workplace drug and alcohol testing programs. These regulations vary significantly by state and can affect testing panels, collection procedures, employee notification requirements, and consequences for positive results.

Occupational Health Screenings

Health assessments required for specific job functions or exposures. These may include fitness-for-duty evaluations, exposure monitoring, and periodic health surveillance based on workplace hazards.

Workers' Compensation Regulations

State-mandated workers' compensation programs that provide medical benefits and wage replacement for employees injured on the job. Regulations vary significantly by state, covering benefit levels, employer obligations, drug-free workplace premium discounts, and return-to-work requirements.

Regulatory Climate

Overview of Florida's regulatory environment

Florida maintains a Drug-Free Workplace Program under Chapter 59A-24 F.A.C. that offers workers' compensation premium discounts to compliant employers. The state does not have a state OSHA plan, so federal OSHA standards apply. Healthcare employers face additional background check and occupational health screening requirements.

Florida Employer Compliance Checklist

  • 1Maintain Drug-Free Workplace Program compliance for workers' comp premium discounts
  • 2Ensure drug testing procedures follow Chapter 59A-24 F.A.C. requirements
  • 3Complete required healthcare worker background checks and screenings
  • 4Verify OSHA recordkeeping meets federal standards (no state OSHA plan)
  • 5Document employee drug testing notifications and consent forms

Required Forms & Documents

Compliance forms and documentation requirements for Florida. 5 forms tracked across 5 categories.

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Workers' Compensation1 form

Workers' Compensation First Report of Injury (DFS-F2-DWC-1)

DFS-F2-DWC-1

Employers must report work-related injuries to their insurance carrier within 7 days. The carrier then files with the Division of Workers' Compensation.

Workers' CompensationWithin 7 days of reported injuryPer incident

Testing & Screening1 form

Drug-Free Workplace Program Certification

Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act (§440.102) allows employers to qualify for workers' compensation premium discounts by implementing a certified program. Requires written policy, employee notice, testing for 5+ substances, EAP referral, and MRO review.

Drug Testing

Reporting & Recordkeeping1 form

OSHA Injury and Illness Records

OSHA 300

Florida follows federal OSHA recordkeeping requirements. Employers with 10+ employees must maintain OSHA 300 Log and post the 300A summary each February.

OSHA & SafetyFebruary 1 (annual posting)Annual

Safety Compliance1 form

Heat Exposure Safety Documentation

Following the 2024 Florida preemption of local heat exposure ordinances, employers still must comply with the OSHA General Duty Clause for heat illness prevention. Written plans and training records recommended.

OSHA & SafetyAnnualConstruction, Manufacturing

Medical Examinations1 form

Healthcare Worker TB Screening Records

Florida requires TB screening for healthcare workers, correctional staff, and certain other high-risk populations. Annual screening and documentation of results required per FL Admin Code 64D-3.

ImmunizationUpon hire + annualHealthcare

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