Which Companies Drug Test? Find Out Here!

We Uncover Which Companies Do and Don’t Drug Test

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We’re dedicated to providing you with accurate and up-to-date information about drug testing based on our personal research, experiences, and deep dives. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions about your career choices.

 

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Step 1: Select a Company

Step 2: Find Out Drug Testing Information

Step 3: Get Informed

 

     

     

 

Why should you get informed??? Well, here are some rough stats to chew on:

1. Prevalence of Workplace Drug Testing:
   • Approximately 55% of American employers conduct workplace drug testing in some capacity.
   • In safety-sensitive industries like transportation and manufacturing, the prevalence of drug testing can be even higher, exceeding 70% at times.
2. Drug Testing Policies by Industry:
   • 8 out of 10 healthcare organizations in the US have mandatory drug testing policies for employees.
   • Around 63% of construction companies have drug testing programs, often due to safety concerns in a hazardous work environment.
3. Reasons for Drug Testing:
   • The top reasons cited by employers for implementing drug testing include maintaining a safe work environment (35%), deterring drug use (27%), and complying with federal regulations (15%).
4. Drug Testing for Cannabis:
   • With the legalization of recreational cannabis in several states, some employers are reevaluating their drug testing policies. In states where recreational use is legal, around 6% of employers have dropped cannabis from their drug testing panels. Take a look at some of our blog posts to find out more.
5. Random Testing Impact:
   • Random drug testing can have a deterrent effect. Studies have shown that the presence of random testing programs is associated with lower rates of drug use among employees.
6. Employee Attitudes:
   • A survey found that 62% of employees believe it’s appropriate for employers to conduct drug tests for current employees.
7. Costs of Drug Abuse to Employers:
   • Substance abuse by employees costs employers around $81 billion annually in lost productivity, absenteeism, turnover, and increased healthcare costs.
8. Drug Testing Methods:
   • Urine tests are the most common method of drug testing, accounting for about 90% of all workplace drug tests. However, other methods like hair and saliva tests are gaining popularity due to their longer detection windows and non-invasiveness.
9. Legal and Privacy Considerations:
   • The legal landscape surrounding workplace drug testing varies by state. Some states have stricter regulations regarding the conditions under which testing can be conducted.