NACA Animal Control Officers Practice Test

What is a common sign of an employee potentially diverting drugs?

1. Regularly taking scheduled breaks

2. Being anxious to take breaks

3. Always volunteering for extra shifts

4. Encouraging team activities

The correct answer is: Being anxious to take breaks

Being anxious to take breaks can indicate that an employee may be diverting drugs. This anxiety might stem from a desire to misuse substances when they feel they have the opportunity to do so. When an employee is overly eager or anxious to take breaks, it could signal a need to access controlled substances outside of their normal duties. This behavior may raise suspicion as it deviates from the typical demeanor of an employee who is on the job and focused on their responsibilities, especially in environments where medications are handled. On the other hand, regularly taking scheduled breaks is a standard practice in many workplaces and does not inherently imply suspicious behavior. Always volunteering for extra shifts can reflect a strong work ethic or commitment to the job, whereas encouraging team activities generally indicates a positive team culture and camaraderie among employees, which are not signs of potential drug diversion.