Drug testing programs protect company and
employee
The employees of any workforce don’t usually meet employee drug testing programs with enthusiasm. Many see
them as an invasion of privacy, believing that what they do on their own time is none of their employers business. Others
view them as a lack of trust on the part of their employer.
In actuality, employee drug testing programs are put into place for the protection of both the employer and the employee.
An employee that comes to work under the influence of any type of drug is a danger; not only to himself but also those
around him.
There are many different types of drugs testing programs in the work place today. Each is suited to fit the individual
needs of a company. Most employers now require a clean drug test before a job candidate will be considered for
employment. Often that is the only drug test given, unless something about the employee’s behavior or job performance is
called into question. At that time, he or she may be asked to take another test.
The most basic program is where employees are tested only after an accident or mishap at work. This type of program
protects the employer from being sued or otherwise financially liable for an employee being injured on the job if it
turns out that the worker was under the influence at the time.
Random drug testing is where every employee’s names is drawn to be tested over a period of time. This is the most common
type of drug testing program used in today’s workplace. The theory behind this type is that it ensures that all employees
will stay clean, since it is not known when any individual will be called to be tested.
Scheduled testing usually is mandatory in a high-risk environment. These tests can be weekly or monthly depending on how
demanding and/or dangerous the job description. This type of testing is used to keep all employees safe and minimize
industrial accidents.
Employee drug testing programs make sense for virtually every type of business. They reduce the time lost due to employee
absenteeism and cut the risks of accidents in the work place. Depending on the policies put into place by the employer,
failure of a drug test does not always mean automatic termination. Many companies have programs in place to help their
valuable employees to overcome their drug problems and continue to be a asset to the company.
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2) What type of Drug Testing procedures are you interested in? (click all that
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Pre-Employment:This drug test is ordered for your company's
potential employees. Alcohol:This drug test is ordered when a supervisor suspects
on the job alcohol abuse. Routine fitness for duty:This drug test is ordered to take
place when an employee has to do a routine physical. Random:This drug test is ordered randomly throughout the
year without the employees knowledge of the specific time or date the
test is to be taken. Post Rehabilitation:This drug test is ordered for an
employee who had a previous discrepancy with his/her original drug test. Post Accident:This drug test is ordered following an on
the job injury that results in a loss of work time.. DOT:This drug test is ordered for employees regulated
under the Department of Transportation. FAA:This drug test is ordered for employees who are
regulated under the Federal Aviation Administration.
3) If you decide to implement the services of a Drug Testing Program could you estimate the total number of tests your company would utilize on
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