Even though illicit drug abuse is a top concern for most employers, drugs are not the only substance abused in today’s corporate world. This is why it is extremely important to talk about substance abuse testing that includes not only drugs, but the other substances commonly abused by employees as well. Substances like steroid, nicotine, [...]
Drug testing has become standard in most places of employment. The change was made in an effort to decrease mistakes and delays brought on by addicted employees and evade hiring on potential employees who are users. But does it really help?
The reality is that most illegal drug users are gainfully employed. Out of the 12.3 [...]
Cocaine is a stimulant drawn from the Erythroxlyn coca plant. It affects the central nervous system and suppresses appetite and causes users to experience elevations in alertness, stamina, body temp, heart rate and a strong sense of euphoria. Due to its ease of use (cocaine can be sniffed, smoked, injected, and chewed among other things) [...]
If you are a DOT regulated company, the positive results of an employee on a drug test can be a serious cause for concern. You need to know the exact procedure for handling this situation in order to avoid expensive and complex legal ramifications.
On Receiving Initial report
As soon as you receive the initial report of [...]
As an employer, you are undoubtedly concerned about the results of drug testing programs conducted for your employees. It is important to know what the proper procedure is for dealing with drug testing programs and positive drug-testing of an employee. This will not only help you avoid legal ramifications of the situation, but will also [...]
The problem of drug use in the workplace has placed employers to implement and conduct company drug-testing policies. Along with five major drugs recommended for testing by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), steroid testing is now being conducted in many companies. Because of the concern for growing illicit market and prevalence [...]
Jokes and drug tests do not usually go well together, but we sure could use a bit of a laugh every now and then. So, if you want to find a funny side to the idea of drug testing, here are a few jokes on drug tests for you to enjoy.
1. Too Many Rules
They got [...]
There are a number of reasons why companies, schools and government agencies all over the world, not just in the United States, impose drug testing rules. They are meant to make sure that communities and environments, and the individuals who live therein, are safeguarded from whatever harm is associated from the use of illicit [...]
1) Legal View
Ohio defines certain jobs for mandatory drug testing, such as state construction contract workers, and also permits employers to choose jobs for which they would like to have drug tests carried out. All tests must be carried as per the law of the state. An employer who chooses to participate in the state benefit [...]
1) Procedure for Drug Testing
There are state laws that dictate how drug tests may be performed. An employer, who wishes to have a substance use test carried out, must do so in keeping with the legal requirements. Procedures recommended and adopted by state certified agencies are permissible by law.
2) Policy
The state drug testing law does not require [...]
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