#drug testing

[theconcealedweapon]

"Something needs to be done about all the unemployed drug addicts mooching off of the working class."

You want fewer unemployed drug addicts? There's an elephant in the room. Stop drug testing for employment.

Literally the entire purpose of drug testing is to find drug users and turn them into unemployed drug users. So if you want fewer unemployed drug users, the obvious solution is to stop creating them.

And don't give me that "but what about safety" spiel. There's nothing wrong with a worker using drugs on their time off. If you're that concerned about workers being too mentally impaired to perform a dangerous job, your main concern would be workers being overworked. There are many workers who are exhausted from working long hours or multiple jobs and who are prohibited from taking too many breaks. That's much more dangerous than a worker using drugs when they're not working. So the solution would be to make sure everyone can afford the cost of living without needing to burn themselves out at work.

But something tells me it's not safety that matters to you. You just want someone you can feel superior to.

[ex-foster]

"One 2022 study found that 91 percent of women given fentanyl in their epidurals later tested positive for the drug"

"Another woman was given morphine to ease her pain during childbirth and was reported to child welfare services after her baby's first bowel movement tested positive for opiates—even though the morphine was noted in her medical records and a drug test she took shortly before she went into labor showed no drugs in her system."

[bluesky-out-of-context]

[doctorslippery]

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Drug Testing Methods Explained: From Urine to Hair Analysis!

Drug testing is a critical tool used in workplaces, schools, and medical settings to ensure safety, compliance, and fairness. With technological advancements, various drug testing methods have emerged, each with its own advantages and limitations.

This blog explains the most common drug testing methods, from traditional urine tests to sophisticated hair analysis, so you can understand how they work and when they are most effective.

Urine Drug Testing

Urine drug testing is one of the most widely used methods due to its non-invasive nature and ability to detect recent drug use.

This test involves collecting a urine sample and analyzing it for the presence of specific substances or their metabolites.

Urine tests are effective at detecting drugs like marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines, and opioids. They are typically used for pre-employment screenings, random workplace testing, and post-accident investigations.

While urine tests are reliable and cost-effective, they have a shorter detection window, usually ranging from a few hours to a few days, depending on the substance.

Saliva Drug Testing

Saliva drug testing, also known as oral fluid testing, is gaining popularity for its convenience and quick results. This method involves collecting a saliva sample using a swab and testing it for drugs.

Saliva testing is ideal for detecting recent drug use, often within the past 24 to 48 hours.

It is commonly used in workplace Drug screening and roadside checks due to its ease of administration.

However, its shorter detection window may not be suitable for detecting long-term drug use.

Blood Drug Testing

Blood drug testing is the most accurate method for determining the presence of drugs in the body. It measures the actual drug levels in the bloodstream, providing precise results.

This method is often used in medical settings, legal cases, or situations where accuracy is critical. However, blood tests are invasive, more expensive, and require professional administration.

They are also less commonly used for routine screenings due to their limited detection window, typically covering only a few hours to a day.

Hair Drug Testing

Hair drug testing is unique in its ability to detect long-term drug use. When drugs are consumed, their metabolites enter the bloodstream and are deposited in the hair follicles, where they remain as the hair grows.

Hair tests can detect drug use for up to 90 days or more, making them ideal for uncovering patterns of drug use over time.

Employers and law enforcement agencies often use this method for comprehensive screenings. However, hair testing cannot detect recent drug use (within the past week) and may be costlier than other methods.

Choosing the Right Method

The choice of drug testing method depends on several factors, including the test's purpose, the substances being screened, and the required detection window.

By understanding these methods, organizations, and individuals can select the most appropriate testing option for their needs, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

At Atlantic Drug Testing, we provide expert guidance and a comprehensive range of drug testing services to meet your needs.

Whether you need quick results for workplace safety or in-depth analysis for long-term monitoring, our team is here to help you choose the best solution.

With state-of-the-art technology and professional expertise, Atlantic Drug Testing ensures accurate, timely, and confidential testing every time.

Contact Atlantic Drug Testing today to learn more about our services and how we can assist you in maintaining safety and compliance!

[bookquotesfrombooks]

“The FDA doesn’t require testing of drugs on fatter people, which means that crucial drugs like emergency contraception have significantly reduced effectiveness on people who weigh more than 165 pounds.”

Aubrey Gordon

What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat

[abybweisse]

Reading your quick analyses on the latest chapter made me wonder. Do you think there is any possibility that the facility in which Finny was held is also related to Undertaker?

German drug lab and Undertaker

That's highly unlikely... unless the drug tested on Finny was later used for someone like Polaris. Otherwise, it seems too broad of a scope for his attentions. Mostly, it seems too early for Undertaker to be interested in anything more than cinematic records and how to revive the dead.

Finny's experience seems too far removed from anything Undertaker was doing, and I don't mean physical distance. Undertaker could easily be up to something in Germany, as he definitely has something going on in France, but it's likely not drug testing, and even less likely for strength-enhancing drugs.

It would be interesting if Undertaker turns out to be the main person in the Osiris group... and he was just lying about being interested in drugs. Stoker definitely fell for his lie that all of this revival technology was purely medical science.

Even if Undertaker is with the Osiris group, I don't think they are particularly concerned with strength-enhancing drugs... unless, like I said, he finds use for it with bizarre dolls like Polaris.

It's important to note that none of the bizarre dolls on the ship seem to have much strength. Finny was dosed with whatever for an extended amount of time, and he's the first to join the Phantomhive household after Sebastian. By the time the "animal weapons" are set loose on the ship, Undertaker should have been able to get them all dosed, especially if he told Stoker the drug would help with the revival process. It wouldn't have been administered over a long time for them, but it would be a somewhat fresh dose.

Undertaker comes up with all sorts of ideas, based on various information and his own observations. Even if he later uses strength-enhancing drugs on bizarre dolls, it's probably technology he took... not something he helped develop.

I'd look at the German military. Maybe Diedrich knows something about it, much like he found and pulled the top secret files about the witch project. He might have helped our earl on that drug testing facility, too.

[beethammy]

ugh I don’t even want to talk about the sixth issue of blugg… all I have to say is I really didn’t mean to have 2 issues feature piss in the main story.

[nando161mando]

I'm taking everyone down with me ....

[zekedms]

Job searching is hell and also occasionally very confusing

[dot-24]

Driving Success: Mastering DOT Drug Testing for Transportation Entrepreneurs

As a transportation entrepreneur, navigating the intricate landscape of DOT drug testing is not just a regulatory requirement but a crucial step in ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance within your business. In this blog, we'll explore the ins and outs of DOT drug testing, its importance, challenges, solutions, and the role of technology and service providers in simplifying compliance. Let's dive in!

Why DOT Drug Testing Matters:

DOT drug testing isn't just about following rules; it's about safeguarding lives. By ensuring a sober workforce, transportation businesses mitigate the risks of substance-related accidents, protecting employees, passengers, and the public. Compliance with DOT regulations fosters a culture of safety and responsibility, essential for maintaining trust and credibility in the industry.

Who Needs to Comply:

Understanding who falls under DOT drug testing requirements is essential. From commercial truck drivers to aviation personnel, railroad workers to mariners, employees in safety-sensitive positions across various transportation sectors must adhere to strict testing protocols to uphold integrity and reliability within the industry.

Testing Procedures and Requirements:

DOT drug testing involves screening for a range of substances, including marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, phencyclidine, and alcohol. Testing procedures follow rigorous guidelines, from sample collection to laboratory testing, review by Medical Review Officers (MROs), and follow-up protocols in case of positive results.

When Tests Are Required:

DOT drug and alcohol tests are mandated in various situations, including pre-employment, random testing throughout the year, reasonable suspicion testing, post-accident testing, return-to-duty testing after a violation, and follow-up testing for employees undergoing substance abuse treatment.

Practical Tips for Compliance:

Staying informed about DOT regulations, educating your team, partnering with reliable testing services, implementing clear policies, and providing support for employees struggling with substance abuse are vital steps in ensuring compliance with DOT drug testing requirements.

The Importance of Compliance:

Compliance with DOT drug testing regulations isn't just about adhering to government rules; it's about cultivating a safety culture, maintaining reliability and trust, avoiding legal and financial consequences, mitigating insurance and liability risks, and promoting long-term business health.

Implementing a Drug Testing Program:

Establishing a comprehensive drug testing program involves understanding DOT regulations, selecting qualified service agents, crafting clear policies, conducting pre-employment and random testing, managing post-accident and reasonable suspicion testing, and ensuring confidentiality and record-keeping compliance.

Challenges and Solutions:

While DOT drug testing poses challenges such as managing costs, ensuring privacy, and handling positive test results, practical solutions such as negotiating discounts, maintaining confidentiality, and establishing clear policies can mitigate these challenges and ensure effective management of drug testing programs.

The Role of Technology and Service Providers:

Technology and service providers play a crucial role in simplifying DOT drug testing compliance through digital scheduling and management systems, electronic chain of custody forms, integration with HR systems, mobile apps, expert guidance, comprehensive testing services, training, legal assistance, and compliance support.

Conclusion:

Navigating DOT drug testing is a multifaceted endeavor that requires diligence, expertise, and strategic partnerships. By prioritizing safety, reliability, and compliance, transportation entrepreneurs can ensure the well-being of their workforce, passengers, and the public while maintaining a competitive edge in the industry. Embrace DOT drug testing as a cornerstone of your entrepreneurial journey, and pave the way for a safer, more responsible future in transportation.

FAQs

1. Who needs to comply with DOT drug testing regulations?

Businesses in the transportation sector, including trucking, aviation, and public transportation, among others.

2. What substances does DOT drug testing screen for?

Typically, the test screens for marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines/methamphetamines.

3. How often should DOT drug tests be conducted?

It depends on various factors, including the specific industry and whether the testing is pre-employment, random, post-accident, or other types.

4. What happens if an employee fails a DOT drug test?

The procedures can include removal from safety-sensitive duties, a mandatory evaluation by a substance abuse professional, and completion of a return-to-duty process.

5. Can small businesses afford to comply with DOT drug testing?

Yes, there are cost-effective solutions and service providers that can help small businesses manage the requirements efficiently.

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[ID: A quote retweet by Dan Whitfield @ DanWhitCongress that reads, "If Trump doesn't have to take mandated drug test, no other convicted felons should either." The original tweet by Seth Abramson @ SethAbramson reads, "BREAKING NEWS: Donald Trump, Long Rumored to Be A Prescription Drug Abuser, Given Special Treatment and Allowed to Evade a Drug Test During His First Post-Conviction Probation Meeting—Raising Questions About Whether MAGA's Nomin..." /end ID]

Everyone needs to bring this up. Every TV appearance needs this question answered.

Why is Trump allowed to skip a mandated drug test?

[jtwb768-babbles]

Piss and Punishment: How a Cup of Urine Became a Crime Scene

Let us dispense with the myth up front: You do not need to be caught with drugs in your hand, your car, or your pocket to get charged with a drug crime in the United States. Sometimes, all it takes is a trip to the bathroom and a plastic cup. In a country where freedom is allegedly a birthright, testing positive for an illegal substance in a urine test can result in jail time, a criminal charge,…

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The Importance of Drug Test Checks- Ensuring Safety and Integrity

[white-throated-packrat]

In the USA, the first tests done in humans are Phase I Clinical Trials, and all they test is *safety*. This is after all the pre-clinical testing, which are done in the simplest animal that they can be done in -- for drugs intended for eventual human use, that is usually lab mice but sometimes rabbits.

Phase I trials are when you give microdoses of your drug to healthy volunteers who do not have the target disease/disorder just to see if a healthy person can tolerate it.

When you don't have to test for safety first, you get things like the Elixir Sulfanilamide Disaster of 1937, which was a mass poisoning incident because at the time drug didn't have to be tested for safety before being put on the market.

The US Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics Act of 1938 was a direct result of the Elixir Sulfanilamide Disaster. It's protected Americans (and anyone who uses drugs developed or exported by America) for almot 90 years.

Let's hope the current chaos in the US federal government is squelched quickly before it destroys the FDA (Food and Drug Administration).

the cognitive dissonance from people who want the products of modern medicine but get weird about animal research. like im sorry but this is necessary for the survival of the society we currently live in. and the scientists who work on these things are not evil cackling psychopaths. anyone you talk to in animal research has incredibly complex feelings about their work and incredibly complex relationships to the animals in their care. there are regulations and oversight and penalties in place to make the work as humane as possible and scientists are overwhelmingly the ones enforcing and advocating for better care.