Drug Abuse

Just as you inoculate your kids against illnesses like measles, you can help “immunize” them against drug use by giving them the facts before they’re in a risky situation. When kids don’t feel comfortable talking to parents, they’re likely to seek answers elsewhere, even if their sources are unreliable. Kids who aren’t properly informed are Read more »

Excavator operator Kane R. Robert, also known as Sean Benschop; tested positive for the pain killer Percocet and marijuana on the day a Center city, building collapsed.  The four-story outer wall of 2136 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA crumbled onto the Salvation Army Thrift Store next door. Six people were killed in the collapse — three Read more »

During the holidays, employees and employers often get together to unwind and celebrate. These parties typically mean lots of music, food and drinks. If the drinks include alcohol, however, workplace celebrations can have unfortunate consequences.  USA Mobile Drug Testing reminds employers to have a safe holiday season in the workplace.  Here are some safe business Read more »

USA Mobile Drug Testing compliance specialists caution DOT regulated employers that DOT covered employees cannot use marijuana even in Colorado and Washington – two states that cheered passage of referendums legalizing recreational marijuana.  The Department of Transportation (DOT) is clear in its regulations that the use of marijuana is strictly prohibited for employees in DOT Read more »

During college, students engage in many social and academic opportunities while pursuing their degree. Unfortunately, many college students also leave school with more than just their diploma. Due to the increased accessibility of drugs and alcohol on college campuses, more students are also graduating with an addiction that will have a significant impact upon their Read more »

Drug abuse trends have become a more prevalent facet of the workplace in the past decade. Drugs are much easier to obtain in the present era than they were two decades ago, and due to this, the common employee could obtain illegal substances with great ease. However, if the owner of a company wants to Read more »

USA Mobile Drug Testing promotes zero tolerance for marijuana use in any safety sensitive job position and for any employment position in any state that does not have a medical marijuana law allowing use of marijuana for medical conditions.  17 states and the District of Columbia allow use of marijuana for medical purposes: Connecticut, Alaska, Read more »

USA Mobile Drug Testing Compliance Consultants continually monitor trends in workplace substance abuse.  Our team reviewed last week the recently reported 2011 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), a survey conducted annually by the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Overall, the use of illicit drugs among Americans aged 12 and Read more »