Drug Testing in the Workplace

U.S drug testing policy continues to expand and several studies have shown that the implementation of drug testing had a positive impact on occupational safety and overall work performance (Dwyer 275); however, many employees have expressed negative opinions of drug testing practices, to name a few, as questionable, non-ethical and that violates individual’s right to privacy (Comer 259). This policy is becoming increasingly popular at the workplace, not only in the United States but also in other

Drug Testing in the Workplace: A Costly Mistake Abstract The issue of drug testing in the workplace has sparked an ongoing debate among management. There are many who feel that it is essential to prevent risks to the greater public caused by substance abuse while on the job. However, others believe that the costs far outweigh the benefits and that it is an invasion of privacy. Putting all ethical issues aside, evidence presented in this paper supports the latter. The costs of drug testing are

substance abuse in the workplace. The implementation of drug testing by companies grew in recent years. American workers have seen a dramatic increase in the use of drug testing in the previous years. Drug testing is implemented to assure safe workplaces for American workers. Drug testing can reduce the company’s health care and insurance costs. Even though drug testing has become common in the workplace, there is little research that exists regarding this matter. Overall, drug testing affects the decisions

issue of legal or illegal drug use in the workplace. 70% of the estimated 14.8 million Americans who use illegal drugs are employed. Marijuana is the most commonly used and abused illegal drug by employees, followed by cocaine, with prescription drug use steadily increasing (“Drugs” 1). There are no requirements for private employers to have a drug-free workplace policy other than federal contractors as well as safety industry positions. The most common reasons we drug test; required by law, reasonable

compulsory drug testing in the workplace is that it should be mandatory before an individual is hired for employment. The first positive aspect of drug testing in the workplace is to identify those employers who come to work under the influence putting their co-workers as well as themselves at risk by being involved in a preventable accident. In my opinion this is probably the most important as well because it could potentially save many lives to include the abuser. Secondly, drug testing in the work

Drug Testing in the Workplace PADM 6500-70I Sierra Schaefer Introduction Drug testing in the workplace has become a controversial issue, with many believing that the act of drug testing employees is an invasion of privacy and an infringement upon rights. As more and more states legalize Marijuana there is debate whether employees can still be fired for having this “drug” in their system even though the state government, not federal, has allowed the recreational use of the drug

companies who had drug testing did significantly better the next year. Drug testing is important and needed at the workplace because it creates a cleaner work, keeps away illegal item, and help workers focus on the work on hand. Many drugs are used and kept at the workplace and should be banned. Firstly, drug testing is important and needed in the workplace because it provides a cleaner work environment. Based on the department of Workplaces,”...businesses with drug testing help workers have

DRUG TESTING IN THE WORKPLACE Should drug testing be mandatory in the workplace? Many factors, including safety, productivity and reducing the number of employees who use drugs, enhance companies to do mandatory drug testing. On the other hand, many employees feel that drug tests are unfair, an invasion of privacy, and a violation of rights. Suppose an airline company had two pilots standing by their planes. The agency told the travelers that both pilots were flying the same route and that they

Drug Testing in the Workplace Throughout recent years, applicant drug testing has become one of the most prevalently used strategies by many organizations to control substance abuse in the workplace. Drug testing is a selection tool used by organizations to determine whether or not an individual has previously used drugs and/or alcohol. Most employers find that drug testing, if done correctly, is a worthwhile investment associated with increased workplace safety, lower absenteeism, fewer on-the-job

Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace Due: Monday Dec 1, 2014 COMM-220-F Rebecca Walsh By Brett Tate and Brandon Bracko November 17, 14 Introduction People often question drug and alcohol testing in the work place. It is a controversial subject that has a range of mixed emotions. But where do you draw the line when it comes to crossing the boundaries of prying into one’s personal life? This report will explain the legal, and ethical issues surrounding the topic of drug and alcohol testing in