This article addresses what employers should know about testing for marijuana in 2023.With the legalization and decriminalization of marijuana in more and more states, the way employers conduct drug testing will evolve.
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When an Employer is Responsible for the Acts of Drug-Abusing Employees
In addition to detecting drug-abusing employees, a workplace drug testing policy can also act to legally shield an employer from liability under state law.
SureHire’s Urine Specimen Collection and Dilution Protocols: FAQs
Drug testing specimen procedures are critical to ensuring fair and reliable results. Here are the answers to your questions regarding our urine specimen collection and dilution protocols.
Enantiomer Analysis FAQs
What is an enantiomer? What are amphetamine enantiomers? Why is it essential to conduct an enantiomer analysis? Get answers to these frequently asked questions and more!
The science behind positive dilute drug tests
Despite the number of people who try, cheating on drug tests is not as easy as it might seem. Most diluted samples still come back positive. Learn more
What is Fentanyl and why is it a concern for employers?
The opioid crisis in North America continues to balloon, much of it driven by fentanyl. According to CDC data, deaths involving synthetic opioids other than methadone (primarily fentanyl) have continued to rise, with 56,516 overdose deaths reported in 2020. Canada has a fentanyl problem of its own. Of all accidental overdose deaths in the first quarter of 2022, 85% involved fentanyl.
Synthetic Drug Testing in the Workplace
Synthetic drugs, are becoming more prevalent in workplaces as users look for quicker, greater, and easier highs and dealers look for ways to circumvent drug laws. Here’s what you need to know as an employer.
Why Oral Fluid Drug Testing is Gaining Popularity
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is considering amendments to their drug testing program to include oral fluid testing as an acceptable workplace drug testing method. In light of this potential shift, oral-fluid testing is becoming more popular with Canadian and US employers. Keep reading to learn more…
Non-Negative Results: What do they mean?
A non-negative specimen is not the same as a positive specimen. A drug test result is categorized as positive if testing indicates the presence of a targeted drug or its metabolite at a level above the minimum cut-off. However, a non-negative specimen also does not clearly indicate that the test subject has not used prohibited drugs.
13-Panel Drug Test: The Most Extensive Drug Screen
The 13-panel drug test screens for commonly misused prescription drugs and illegal substances including Amphetamines, Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Cannabinoids, and more. Learn more…
