How to Implement a Successful Drug Testing Program
Risk Management; New York › Vol. 52 Nbr. 11, November 2005
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Many organizations do not realize the prevalence of employee drug abuse or they do not believe it is a problem in their companies. But studies have shown that on average, 10% to 12% of the workforce in any given company abuse drugs. Implementing a drug testing program may seem like a daunting task for an organization, but, in fact, the process is relatively straightforward and generally well accepted if approached with the right resources and support. When implementing any drug testing program, an organization must consider the following: 1. legal ramifications, 2. testing methods, 3. types of testing, 4. laboratory vs on-site testing, 5. implementation, and 6. the role of the medical review officer. Drug testing program can be an especially sensitive issue. A written drug testing policy is an important piece of collateral that should be circulated to and signed by all employees.
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How to Implement a Successful Drug Testing Program
Many organizations do not realize the prevalence of employee dru abuse or they do not believe it is a problem in their companies. But studies have shown that on average, 10% to 12% of the workforce in any given company abuse drugs.
This is especially true of the construction industry, for example, which is a dangerous line of work even under ideal conditions. But the industry also has one of the highest rates of drug use among its workers with apsors abusing drugs. Studies demonstrate the link between on-the-job accdients and drugs. In fact, more than 50% of job-site accidents are caused by illegal drug use, according to a study by the national council on Compensati...See the full content of this document
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