Medical marijuana has long been a topic of many discussions, from heated debates among lawmakers and government authorities to friendly exchanges of opinions among family members, friends and colleagues. Probably one of the main reasons this is a favorite topic of several discussions is the fact that, until this very day, people are still divided [...]
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 is common among employers today, including random drug testing that can occur in some workplaces. Most of the drug testing that is done is used to screen out illegal drug use such as street drugs. Street drugs such as amphetamines include cocaine as well as methamphetamines, two of the most common street drugs [...]
Prescription drug abuse is a serious problem that affects all walks of life. It is in fact, the single most overlooked form of drug addiction in the United States and in this time of financial turmoil it’s on the rise.
What is the Problem?
The reason that this form of drug abuse is so prevalent may stem [...]
Prescription drug abuse is on the rise and it’s making headlines. The wave of information that has come with it can be overwhelming, conflicting and outright inaccurate. So how do you know if someone you know is at risk? How do you know what’s true and what’s not?
Separating Fact from Fiction
Finding the answers can be [...]
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 [...]
There is a sufficient increase in the number of people who have started depending on numerous over the counter medications. At the same time, it has been noticed that there are numerous so called patients, who have started administering numerous prescription drugs, which under ordinary circumstances are not essentially needed to cure an ailment. An [...]
1) A Brief Overview
The state of Texas is considered a hybrid state, wherein there is no specific law which requires or limits an employer’s action unless a worker voluntarily agrees to participate in the state workers compensation program.
2) The Policy
If an employer has an employee force which exceeds fifteen employees, he/she needs to adopt a [...]
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 [...]
When you are beginning the process of adopting a drug testing program and accompanying drug policy for your company, the following ideas will ensure that your program starts off on the right foot.
Know the Laws & Consult Legal Counsel
If you are developing drug policy, you need to know if any legal policies are already in [...]
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