Drug Testing Services
Reliable drug testing with nationwide collection sites and fast results.
Maintain a safe, drug-free workplace with our comprehensive drug testing services. We coordinate testing at thousands of collection sites nationwide, offering pre-employment, random, post-accident, and DOT-compliant drug screening. All results include Medical Review Officer (MRO) review for accuracy and compliance.
What's Included
Pre-Employment Testing
Screen job applicants before hiring to ensure a drug-free workplace from day one.
Random Testing Programs
Implement ongoing random testing to deter drug use and maintain workplace safety.
Post-Accident Testing
Conduct testing following workplace accidents to determine if drugs were a factor.
DOT-Compliant Testing
Full compliance with Department of Transportation drug testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions.
Reasonable Suspicion Testing
Testing when supervisors observe behavior indicating possible drug use.
Return-to-Duty Testing
Testing for employees returning to work after a positive test or policy violation.
How It Works
Schedule donor at convenient collection site
Donor provides sample at certified collection facility
Sample sent to SAMHSA-certified laboratory
Results reviewed by Medical Review Officer (MRO)
Verified results reported to employer within 24-72 hours
Why Choose DatabaseRecords.com
Drug Testing Services: Myth vs. Reality
Common misconceptions that put employers at risk.
"A negative drug test means the employee is drug-free."
Standard urine tests detect recent use within a limited window (typically 1-3 days for most substances). An employee could pass a pre-employment test and use drugs shortly after. Random testing programs are essential for ongoing deterrence.
"All drug tests are the same."
Drug tests vary significantly by panel size (5-panel vs. 10-panel), specimen type (urine, hair, saliva), and detection window. Hair follicle tests detect use over 90 days, while oral fluid tests catch very recent use. The right test depends on your goals.
"DOT drug testing rules apply to all employers."
DOT drug testing regulations only apply to safety-sensitive positions in federally regulated industries (trucking, aviation, rail, transit, pipeline, maritime). Non-DOT employers can design their own programs with different panels and procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What drug panels do you offer?
We offer standard 5-panel, 10-panel, and expanded panels. DOT testing follows the federally mandated 5-panel test. Custom panels available upon request.
How do you handle positive results?
All positive results are reviewed by a Medical Review Officer (MRO) who may contact the donor to verify legitimate medical explanations before reporting confirmed positives.
Do you offer hair follicle testing?
Yes, we offer hair follicle testing which can detect drug use over a longer period (up to 90 days) compared to urine testing.
Can you help us develop a drug testing policy?
Yes, we can provide guidance on developing a drug-free workplace policy that meets federal, state, and industry requirements.
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