1) A Brief Overview
The state of Tennessee is a hybrid state wherein a few jobs require strict testing while others do not. Child care drivers and state contractors need to be tested on a regular basis. In case an employer volunteers to participate in a state incentive program, he/she needs to conduct medical tests as [...]
1) Legal Outlook
Nevada state law provides a legal framework on how drug testing may be done. Apart from this, the law does not put limitations on drug testing by organizations.
2) Who Can Be Tested?
The law lays down the rules for testing public employees. Apart from this, there are no limitations on the employees an organization may instruct [...]
1) It Is Mandatory
The state of Montana is supposedly a mandatory state which implies that if an employer wishes to conduct drug and alcohol testing, he/she she needs to do so in accordance to the state law. The perquisite of a written policy is also a must for analyzing and calculating worker’s compensation and employment [...]
If you are concerned about the cost associated with beginning your drug testing program or if you’re worried that your business just will not have the necessary resources to start the program off on the right start, you can look towards the federal government for assistance in obtaining useful resources.
Types of Resources Available
As part of [...]
1. Not a Mandatory State
Unlike many other ‘Mandatory’ States in the United States, this is an ‘Open’ State. What this essentially means is that an employer who chooses to conduct drug or alcohol testing is not governed by a specific Michigan State Law. No law directly addresses, or limits such workplace centric tests.
2. The Policy
The absence of [...]
1. Mississippi
Mississippi is a Voluntary State. Employers seeking financial benefits under the State Law will pursue the state Law while others will follow the common Law.
2. Insurance premium discount
Employers pursuing the State Law shall be entitled to a 5% discount on ‘workers’ compensation insurance’ premium. The eligibility conditions are laid down by the [...]
1. Voluntary State
Idaho is a voluntary state. Therefore, employers looking for the 5% insurance discount should conduct the tests as per state Law. When the employer is not seeking that discount, the common Law would apply. Except when specifically mentioned otherwise, the provisions shall apply only to those employers who seek state protection.
2. Policy
Private employers [...]
1. Mandatory State
Hawaii is a ‘mandatory’ state which implies that employers wishing to conduct drug or alcohol tests must comply with the State Law.
2. Policy
The employer shall provide the individual who is to be tested, with a written policy outlining the substances intended to be tested, and a statement to the effect that Over-the-counter as [...]
1. The Georgia Drug Testing Policy
Georgia is a voluntary state. Therefore, when employers choose to avail financial incentives offered by the State, that employer is required to conduct the testing as per State Law. The common law would apply if the employer chooses not to avail the benefits. A 7.5% premium discount is available for [...]
1) State Law on Drug Testing
Louisiana state law provides for employers to voluntarily choose to mandate drug testing. If the employer chooses to be part of the Drug Free Workplace Program, the testing must be conducted according to state and federal laws.
2) Types of Drugs
Several types of drugs are mandated for employee drug testing. These [...]
