DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Rounded Rectangle: Overview of Drug Free Workplace Act

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

  1. How much does it cost?

    a.  In order to make sure your program meets your needs it is important for us to discuss our services with you and to customize the appropriate program.  Call us at 800-376-5693 to see what we can do for you.

     

  2. Are there any discounts for my company if I have a Drug Free Workplace?

    a.  In many states including Idaho there is a 5% discount on your Worker's Compensation insurance premiums.  Check with your insurance provider to understand the criteria your program must meet in order to get your discount. Based on number of employees and random selections this discount can pay for your Drug Free Workplace.

     

  3. Our state allows medical marijuana - why does the DOT consider my test positive?

    a.  Federal law supersedes all State and Local law.  If your are subject to DOT regulations you may not use marijuana and perform safety sensitive duties regardless of your states laws pertaining to the use of medical marijuana.

     

  4. Is there such a thing as a "false positive"?

a.  No there isn't.  At the end of the day the test is positive for a specified level of the metabolite, HOWEVER some positives can be explained by drug interaction and prescription drug being utilized as prescribed.  While the Medical Review Office can report the test as negative the lab test itself was positive.

  1. Can I tell you what drugs I want to tested for?

a. DOT regulations specify exactly what drugs are allowed to be tested for under their rules and regulations.  They are Marijuana, Amphetamines, Opiates, Cocaine & Phencyclidine.  However if you are running a Drug Free Workplace outside of the DOT regulations then you may test for up to 12 drugs.  Please remember "custom" drug screen panels can cost more, however there are a lot of standard panels.  Please call and we can work with you on your needs.

  1. Department of Labor's most Frequently Asked Questions regarding drug testing - click here!

  2. DOT's Most Frequently Asked Questions - click here!

 

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Boise, Idaho 83714

Ph: 208.376.5600 

Fx: 208-376-5665

800.376.5693

 

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