Earlier policy library. This page belongs to an earlier library of ASF policies. The current, approved governance set is the ASF Standards Package 2026 (GOV, OPS, QMS and EV documents). Where this page and the 2026 package differ, the 2026 package applies.
ASF Institutional Policy Manual · Aligned with PHIG, September 2026
Part of the ASF policy framework, aligned with the equivalent PHIG policy. To raise a concern: see the ASF Complaints and Reporting Channel.
ASF workplaces, events and field activities are free of illegal drugs and of alcohol impairment. Owner: Operations Liaison.
- The unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession or use of controlled substances at work or while representing ASF is prohibited.
- Working, driving or meeting participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs is prohibited. Moderate alcohol at authorised social events is allowed only where no participant or child is present.
- An employee convicted of a drug offence connected to the workplace must inform the the Board Chair within five days; ASF informs any donor that requires it within ten days.
- ASF supports staff who seek help for dependency, confidentially and without penalty when help is sought before misconduct occurs.
- Tobacco and e-cigarettes are not used in ASF premises or at events, consistent with our public health mission.