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Drug Policy Creation Services

When Did You Last Review Your Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy?

New drug testing regulations are released every year. Some affect you, while others do not. However, you are required to know which ones apply to you and how. In just a few minutes, Transmetron experts can review your current policies against the state and federal regulations that are relevant to your business. We’ll check whether you are in compliance and help ensure you stay that way. We can also work with you to create a customized policy that reflects the specific and unique needs of your workplace.

A Drug-Free Workplace Policy, created by our experienced nationwide labs, is the first step in fostering a safe and productive work environment for your business and employees!

Having a drug-free workplace program in place is a workplace's best line of defense against alcohol and drug problems... Since careful planning and consideration is required, a program cannot be put in place overnight.

US Department of Labor.

Creating A Comprehensive Drug & Alcohol Policy

To be effective, every drug-free policy should include information on:
  • Detailed Prohibitions
  • Medical Review Officer (MRO) Allowances
  • Testing Contingencies
  • Employee Privacy Rights
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • A Grace Period Before It Becomes Effective
  • An Acknowledgement of Receipt
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Drug Free Workplace Program

10 Reasons to Implement a Drug-Free Workplace Policy
Creating a Policy is Easy

To create a drug-free policy at work, a business has many options. All policies should be in writing and effectively communicated to all employees.

Reduce Workplace Injuries

One in six workplace deaths, and one in four workplace injuries, involves drugs or alcohol use. By implementing and communicating clear rules and consequences of using drugs or alcohol during work, drug use as well as the number of work related accidents and injuries should significantly decrease.

Improve Productivity

Employees who frenquently use drugs or alcohol tend to miss work or run late more often than non-users. Additionally, those who use drugs are twice as likely to change employers three or more times in a year than non-users. Help curb these behaviors by instituting a drug-free workplace policy and holding workers accountable. Find out How A Drug Free Workplace Can Save Your Company Money

Establish Safe, Healthy Work Environments

By implementing a drug-free workplace program, you show a commitment to having a safe, healthy work environment.

Decrease Workers Compensation Claims

The National Institute of Drug Abuse found that substance users cost employers twice as much in workers compensation and medical expenses as non-users. Additionally, substance abusers are five times more likely to file workers compensation claims. By reducing drug use among employees, you can reap safety benefits and workplace savings. See how much A Drug Free Workplace Will Lower Workers Compensation Claims

Decrease Workers Compensation Premiums

To encourage businesses to implement drug-free workplace programs, some states, such as Florida, Georgia, Texas, Virginia, and Washington, have passed laws that enable businesses to receive workers compensation insurance premium credits of as much as 10 percent if they employ a drug-free workplace program. How much can I save on my workers compensation premiums by adding a drug free workplace policy?

Educate Employees

A drug-free workplace program should contain an educational component that informs employees on the health and safety risks drug use imposes on all employees. You should also point out to employees the costs drug use has on your company’s bottom line, productivity, and increased healthcare costs.

Show Employees You Have a Vested Interest

A drug-free workplace program shows employees that you care about their health and safety. By providing helpful resources, such as confidential hotline numbers or names of treatment centers to assist employees who have substance abuse problems, you illustrate your commitment to seeing your employees get help and improve their quality of life.

Overall Cost Savings Improve the Bottom Line

Benefits from implementing a drug-free workplace program include lower absenteeism, increased productivity, reduced workers compensation filings, and fewer accidents. More discrete savings include improved employee morale, creativity and emotional stability. As a result of these savings and cost reducitons, the net profit of your business improves.

Possible Federal Government Contracts

If your business wants to contract with the government, you must have a drug-free policy in place. Under the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, most companies seeking contracts with the government must maintain a drug-free workplace. Additionally, the Department of Transportation requires companies operating any commercial vehicle in interstate commerce to have a drug-free workplace policy.

Third Party Administrator Drug Collection / TPA

Did you know?

  • TPA is short for Third Party Administrator
  • When it comes to an alcohol screen or drug test, the employer is the 1st party, and the TPA is the 3rd party.
  • The 2nd party in the relationship could refer to an employee, a laboratory, the collection site, a Medical Record Officer (MRO), or a Department of Transportation (DOT) Auditor.
What is the Role of Transmetron As Your Drug Test TPA?

Transmetron Drug Test can serve as your drug test collection site.

Transmetron is staffed by professional collectors who understand the need for confidential collection and accurate results, as well as the importance of following strict DOT procedures. Our drug test collection technicians are fully trained in accordance with DOT standards. With our solid credentials, you can ensure complete compliance with all federal requirements for DOT drug and alcohol testing.

Convenient Third Party Drug Test Collections for DOT Clients

Transmetron Drug Test can manage all of your TPA drug collection needs. We have lab locations across the country, enabling us to quickly serve your clients. We offer both lab-based and mobile or on-site testing for your convenience. Our complete range of drug test collection services ensures that we provide the testing you need. 

Employer Drug and Alcohol Programs Management

If you have a drug and alcohol program set up with Transmetron, our trained professionals will be fully responsible for regular employee drug and alcohol testing services, as well as keeping your business up to date with changing workplace drug testing laws, rules, and regulations. This will relieve you of the need to remember who needs to be tested and when, and you can take pride in knowing your company is in full compliance with local laws. We provide complete monitoring, random name generation, and consortium services.

MRO services are essential for all employer drug testing programs.

Mobile and on-site testing is another valuable feature that makes Transmetron services beneficial to businesses in any industry. We offer mobile employee drug and alcohol testing services to businesses across all sectors.