Megan Troyer, Working Partners
Session Summary
A safe workplace depends on more than policies—it depends on people. This presentation explores how organizations can maintain a drug-free workplace while also supporting employees who are navigating substance use recovery. Designed for Safety Day audiences, the session balances compliance, risk reduction, and compassion, showing how safety-first practices and recovery support can work together—not against each other.
Participants will gain practical insight into recognizing risk, responding appropriately, and fostering a culture where safety, accountability, and recovery are aligned.
Purpose & Relevance to Safety Day
Substance use can directly impact workplace safety, productivity, and morale. At the same time, recovery is possible—and workplaces play a critical role in supporting it. This session helps leaders and employees understand how proactive policies, clear expectations, and supportive resources contribute to safer job sites and healthier teams.
Key Topics Covered
• What a drug-free workplace really means in today’s workforce
• The connection between substance use, impairment, and safety risk
• Understanding recovery as a safety and health issue, not just a policy issue
• Supervisor and coworker roles in early intervention and support
• Balancing accountability, compliance, and compassion
• Creating pathways to recovery while maintaining safety standards
Learning Objectives
Attendees will:
• Understand how substance use impacts workplace safety
• Recognize signs of impairment and know appropriate response steps
• Learn how recovery-friendly practices can reduce incidents and turnover
• Gain clarity on how to support coworkers while maintaining safety expectations
• Leave with actionable strategies to strengthen a safety-first culture
Key Takeaways
• Safety and recovery are not opposing goals—they reinforce each other
• Clear policies combined with support lead to safer, more resilient workplaces
• Every employee has a role in maintaining a drug-free, safety-focused environment
Bio
Megan Troyer is the Director of Operations at Working Partners®, where she leads sales, policy development, and a nationwide consortium serving more than 1,800 member organizations. With a strong foundation in leadership, customer relations, and organizational strategy, Megan is known for her authentic communication style and people-first approach that resonates with audiences at every level. She brings practical insight and actionable takeaways drawn from years of building high-performing teams and fostering collaborative, results-driven cultures. A dedicated community advocate, Megan spent over a decade as a volunteer, speaker, and advocate with Tennessee Donate Life, championing the life-saving mission of organ donation. Whether speaking about leadership, workplace culture, or supporting people through challenge and change, Megan’s passion for service and meaningful impact is at the heart of everything she does.
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