Wellness and Safety at Work.
You know that feeling after conducting an interview… The one where you essentially have to hide your pure giddiness over getting the paperwork signed? That’s an HR person’s dream. But such scenarios can soon turn to nightmares when the topic of pre-employment drug testing emerges. But, isn’t drug testing a good thing? It’s a screening […]
With an opioid epidemic concentrated in the midwest and marijuana legalization sweeping the country, it’s no surprise that workforce drug use is on the rise. According to a comprehensive report from the National Safety Council (NSC), three-quarters of those struggling with addiction to alcohol, pain medication, marijuana, and other substances are employed. The construction, entertainment, […]
Marijuana, meth, cocaine… could your employees be high at work? The Drug-Free Workplace Act was implemented in 1988 to help employers navigate the complex topic of workforce drug use. Despite the standards this legislation set for maintaining a drug-free work environment, trends in workplace drug abuse are on the rise. In a 2017 analysis of […]
You may already have a drug testing policy — a formal statement of your intention or authority to drug test employees — but have you defined the drug testing protocol, or procedures, that must be followed in the event of a test? We help companies write drug testing protocol every day, so we know it […]
So you’ve determined your company’s stance on drug testing. Now it’s time to enact protocol to keep employees safe on the job. Whether you’re considering onsite drug testing as part of your standard protocol or in the event of a one-time emergency, there are several advantages to drug testing onsite. 4 Reasons Onsite Drug Testing […]
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