Sober Recovery https://www.soberrecovery.com/images/og-image.gif 619 412 https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/cimg/www.soberrecovery.com/619x412_85/239/Industries-Intro-80239.jpg Top 10 Industries with the Highest Substance Use Disorder By Kelly McClanahan Sober Recovery Expert Author Jul 17 2015 Share to Twitter Share to Facebook On the Job Substance use disorder does not only affect the person who is using. Usually, it also impacts whatever environment he or she exists in. For many U.S. companies, illicit drug and alcohol use among employees costs billions of dollars per year through decreased productivity, missed workdays, illnesses and accidents. As a matter of fact, a 2015 report by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) states that the overall rate of full-time workers aged 18 to 64 who engage in illicit drug and alcohol use has reached nearly 10 percent in the past year. SAMHSA’s data, collected from 2008 to 2012, has juxtaposed various industries to illustrate which categories exhibit higher incidences of substance use disorder. Employees in certain sectors tend to have the highest rates of illicit drug and alcohol use. According to a recent report, these top 10 industries have the highest incidence of substance use in the United States. Treatment Facilities Southeast Addiction Center Skywood Recovery Lake Ariel Recovery Center Southeast Addiction Center The following 10 industry categories rate the highest in combined illicit drug and alcohol use among adult employees. #10. Uncategorized ServicesThis collective category is comprised of various non-governmental jobs in equipment and machinery repair, religious activities, grant application and advocacy, dry cleaning and laundry service, personal care service, death care service, pet care service, photofinishing service, temporary parking service and dating service. Rate of substance use disorder: 10.1% #9. Wholesale TradeThis group is in the field of merchandising goods, such as those produced in agriculture, mining, manufacturing or even publishing. In the product distribution process, wholesalers help sell or facilitate the sale of non-consumer goods and intermediate products or raw materials to retailers. Rate of substance use disorder: 10.4% #8. Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and HuntingEmployees in this sector primarily engage in growing food, raising animals, gathering timber or harvesting fish and other animals in natural environments or farms, such as dairies, greenhouses, nurseries, orchards and hatcheries. Rate of substance use disorder: 10.5% #7. Retail TradeJobs where merchandise is directly marketed to the general population makes up retail trade, which is an industry typically divided into store and non-store retailers. Store retailers are known for offering products directly to consumers, while non-store retailers sell via internet, infomercials, door-to-door or in-house sales campaigns, and those who sell products as street vendors or provide products in vending machines. Rate of substance use disorder: 10.5% #6. Management of Companies and Enterprises; Administration, Support, Waste Management and Remediation ServicesThe management of companies and enterprises industry is made up of firms that own, operate or influence management decisions of certain companies or enterprises, as well as firms that manage establishments that belong to other companies. Administration, support, waste management and remediation services, on the other hand, are businesses that provide routine support services for day-to-day operations of other organizations. This includes office administration, personnel placement, clerical services, solicitation, security and surveillance services, cleaning and waste disposal. Rate of substance use disorder: 11.4% #5. UtilitiesThe utilities sector is made up of companies that provide electric and natural gas services, steam and water services, as well as sewage removal. Rate of substance use disorder: 11.5% #4. MiningJobs in mining include those who work in obtaining oil, coal, solid and liquid minerals, and gases from the earth through the use of wells, tunnels, digging or drilling into the ground and more. In a broader sense, it also includes those involved in quarrying, well operations and other preparation usually performed at the mine site. Rate of substance use disorder: 11.8% #3. Arts, Entertainment and RecreationArts, entertainment and recreation is a diverse category that encompasses most jobs involved in facilitating, producing and promoting ways for people to entertain themselves. This may include roles on and off-stage in live performances or events, within museums, or establishments that operate services that enable patrons to pursue amusement, hobbies and leisurely interests. Rate of substance use disorder: 12.9% #2. ConstructionConstruction includes those companies engaged in building or engineering projects, such as highways and homes. It also includes employees involved in preparing construction sites for new construction and subdivision of property for future development, as well as contractors and subcontractors. Rate of substance use disorder: 14.3% #1. Accommodations and Food ServiceThis job classification includes all those who work in companies that provide lodging and/or prepare meals, snacks and beverages for immediate consumption. Rate of substance use disorder: 16.9% Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus.