In this study, we assess business managers’ perception of alcoholism effects in the working environment. This quantitative, descriptive and cross sectional study was conducted through questionnaires addressed to 36 companies in service and manufacturing industries. Main findings revealed that, although alcoholism was considered as a problem by investigated companies, only 22% implemented policies to help alcoholic workers, and only 8% had policies to prevent alcoholism. Within companies the common prevalent attendant issues were absenteeism, delays and workplace accidents. As practical contribution this study identified the importance of prevention programs related to alcohol use in working places.
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