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Ohio Launches New Voluntary Substance Use Prevention & Recovery Program (SUPR) 

Ohio Launches New Voluntary Substance Use Prevention & Recovery Program (SUPR) 

(And How QuickScreen Can Support Employers in Staying Compliant)

Ohio has officially replaced its old Drug‑Free Safety Program (DFSP) with the streamlined Substance Use Prevention & Recovery Program (SUPR), a voluntary initiative designed to encourage safe, recovery-supportive workplaces. Here’s what employers need to know, and how QuickScreen can help you navigate the changes smoothly.

What’s Changing with SUPR?

New unified program merging DFSP, DFSP Safety Grants, and SUR into one streamlined system(ohiochamber.com, calfee.com).

Effective dates:

  • Private employers: SUPR is live as of July 1, 2025.
  • Public employers: Transition begins January 1, 2026

Simpler enrollment rolling, year-round access (not just limited windows), and integrated application processes.

Expanded reimbursement eligibility now includes substance use assessments for “second‑chance” policies, policy and procedure development, training, and more(WSYX).

Levels of Participation & Incentives

Ohio’s SUPR offers four levels tailored to your business needs: 

Level 

Incentives / Benefits 

Advanced 

~7% year-end premium bonus. Includes comprehensive training, policy, testing, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up. 

Basic 

~4% year-end premium bonus. Core testing, policy, training, and follow-up. 

Comparable 

Inclusion on Ohio’s approved contractors list. Lower testing threshold (e.g, random testing at ~5%). 

Reimbursement Only 

Eligible for up to $5,000 reimbursement (policy/training/testing costs) without testing requirements. 

All levels require minimum components: written policies, pre-employment testing, reasonable suspicion, post‑accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up testing( nariofsouthwestohio.org).

Additional Compliance Requirements

Written policy + training: All tiers require employee and supervisor-based education, with some flexibility in content scope
Federal standards alignment: Ohio expects employers to follow the federal testing model method, specimen collection, MRO policies, etc.

Support for employees:

  • Basic level: Must supply employees with local assistance resources
  • Advanced level: Must have a prearranged agreement with an Employee Assistance Professional

What Does This Mean for Your Business?

  • Private employers: DFSP enrollment closed as of July 1, 2025
  • Public employers: Can no longer join DFSP as of January 1, 2026.
  • If you’re already enrolled in DFSP and remain compliant, you may be auto-transitioned to SUPR. Stay prepared with completed documentation and monitoring for official notification.

How Quick Screen Can Help

Quick Screen has your back every step of the way, whether you’re operating under DFSP, migrating to SUPR, or exploring participation for the first time:
  • Provide DOT-aligned test kits (urine, oral, breath, etc.) and chain of custody documentation.
  • Help set up testing programs for all tiers: pre-employment, random, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up.
  • Support policy development, supervisor training, and employee education.
  • Keep you audit-ready with eCCF workflows, MRO services, and compliance oversight.
  • Help you document expenses for up to $5,000 reimbursement under SUPR’s “Reimbursement Only” track.

Learn More & Prepare Today

Visit the Ohio BWC’s official overview to explore SUPR details, enroll, or access downloadable forms:

TL;DR

SUPR is Ohio’s modernized, voluntary framework replacing DFS, P, offering more flexibility, broader support, and financial incentives. Quick Screen provides compliant testing solutions, program support, and reimbursement documentation to help you succeed, no matter which SUPR level you’re targeting..