Substance-Free Workplace
Code: SGI-PO-03
Version: 06
Date: June 2, 2026
Marine Consultancy Inspections S.A.S., concerned about the use, concealment, possession, distribution, manufacture, purchase, and sale of alcohol, illegal drugs, and controlled substances in the workplace environment, has defined and established a Policy for the Prevention of the Use of Psychoactive Substances, Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs, in order to promote, prevent, and foster the well-being of employees who are present at the company's physical facilities and/or ports, since these substances generate negative impacts on society, the work environment, people's safety, and working conditions, due to their associated risk factors.
Therefore, with the aim of improving work performance and promoting healthy habits and lifestyles, the following parameters are established:
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No possession, distribution, or sale of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs is permitted during the performance of work activities, within the company's office facilities or while providing services at different ports and/or to Clients.
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Smoking is not permitted in the workplace, including adjacent and related areas (areas that form part of the facilities or spaces adjacent to them); if considered necessary, smoking must take place outside the company's facilities.
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Employees must not perform their duties under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or psychoactive substances. MARINE CONSULTANCY INSPECTIONS S.A.S. promotes awareness and training activities for employees aimed at creating healthy habits and lifestyles in relation to the harm caused by cigarettes, alcoholic beverages, and psychoactive substances that affect the health of individuals and their surroundings.
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In order to prevent occupational health and safety risks, protect the security of the supply chain, and guarantee the reliability of operations, MARINE CONSULTANCY INSPECTIONS S.A.S. may conduct alcohol and illicit drug testing in the following cases: as part of the onboarding process for critical positions, when permitted by applicable legislation; when there is reasonable suspicion that an employee is under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or psychoactive substances while performing their duties; and annually for personnel holding critical positions.
Employees shall maintain responsible and participatory conduct in awareness activities aimed at promoting compliance with this policy. The Manager team of MARINE CONSULTANCY INSPECTIONS S.A.S. is committed to disseminating, promoting, and ensuring compliance with this policy.
Scope & Updates
This policy will be published, communicated, and updated whenever the organization deems it appropriate. It is available to all interested parties, including employees, contractors, clients, and any person participating in MCI S.A.S. operations.
Nicolás Orozco Palma
General Manager – Marine Consultancy Inspections S.A.S.