Alcoholism is one thing - a disease that should be treated as such. It is NOT a character flaw.
But, assuming that the accusation is true, coming to work with the intention of flying when one is under the influence cannot be tolerated. It doesn't matter whether the person is an alcoholic or just someone who had a few too many / drank too close to departure time. Even if the security person had told them to cease and desist, it doesn't change the fact that they came to work with a clear intent to go flying. Simply going back to the hotel and booking off isn't a get out of jail free card. What if they didn't get caught???
Last edited by J.O.; 18th Jun 2012 at 10:49.