drug screening
Teens drink bleach in attempt to pass drug test
fox10tv revealed that teens in Alabama are drinking bleach in an attempt to pass drug tests. The effects of drinking bleach can, of course, be deadly, so it is shocking to hear that teenagers are considering this a viable option for trying to stay out of trouble. “As far as kids go, if they fail…
Read MoreThe history of drug testing
Drug testing for welfare recipients: Update
implementing it in May only for others to be calling for the law to be repealed a couple of months later. In what has surely been one of the most controversial years for the welfare system, where do we stand now as we head towards 2012? Currently, 36 states have implemented welfare drug testing –…
Read MoreQuest Diagnostics release 2011 drug testing analysis
Quest Diagnostics have released an analysis of drug testing in the workplace over the first six months of 2011 – providing us with a look at a national level as to which substances are being the most widely used, and the common misconceptions in the industry. We want to share this information with you, to…
Read MoreSmall businesses at risk in hiring new employees
drugs in the workplace is a big one. According to statistics from recent studies on drug abuse by American workers, workplace drug and alcohol use costs U.S. businesses an estimated $100 billion each year. U.S. Department of Labor studies show that workers who abuse drugs and alcohol are more likely to skip work or, when they are on…
Read MoreHaley can't back up drug screening claims
The real cost of drugs in the workplace
drug testing in the workplace should be an integral part of any business. It doesn’t t take an expert to understand that an employee who is intoxicated will be less productive, less valuable and less use to you than a sober one. But what are the real costs? Financially, how do drugs and alcohol in…
Read MoreThe Different Types of Background Checks Explained
Wondering about the different background checks employers use, their role in the hiring process, and what to expect? You’re in the right place! At Mind Your Business, we know how vital comprehensive background checks are to ensure your workers are safe, reliable, skilled, and vetted. Check out the seven most common types and why they…
Read MoreStaff testing: employment checks and drug screening
Curious about the different types of employee background checks and their uses? See our breakdown below! Credit Checks These are not always performed as part of employment verification. This type of background check is saved for specific job roles – such as those in finance or government positions. Credit checks are a part of staff testing that will…
Read MoreWhat are the different types of drug testing
drug testing becomes ever-more important in today’s society, particularly in the workplace, it’s important that both employer and employee understand exactly what it is, and how it’s implemented. Workplace drug testing is to ensure that all businesses maintain a safe and efficient employment. Having employees at work who aren’t sober is a waste of money,…
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