Drug testing in the workplace has long been a controversial topic. Those against company drug testing believe it is an invasion of employees’ privacy. Others argue that some employers abuse the random drug testing policy against certain employees. At EliteCare, we believe drug testing in the workplace is still important even if you live in a state where marijuana and other once illegal substances are now legal. We also believe there are solutions to the cons of workplace drug testing. 

Why Workplace Drug Testing is Still Important

The safety of the employee as well as other employees is the number one concern. Though some drug users claim they can “maintain” themselves while they are high at work, the fact remains that you are putting yourself and others at risk when you operate heavy machinery or drive while under the influence. And if your company has recently adopted a non-discrimination policy for marijuana, drug testing for other substances is still crucial, particularly for hard drugs like heroin, meth, and psychedelics. 

Drug testing is also the best way to identify employees with substance abuse problems. Failing a drug test doesn’t necessarily mean the employee will lose their job. Many companies offer to help their employees get into a rehabilitation program with a plan for the employee to return to work after successfully completing the program. 

How to Fight Back Against the Cons of Workplace Drug Testing

We can’t completely give back employees’ privacy since we give the results of their test to their company HR department. But by offering drug testing services in our clinic, the employee can maintain a bit more privacy than they would in the company bathroom. 

You can also cut down the risk of bullying by way of constant drug testing when you use a clinic like EliteCare to conduct testing. If we notice an excessive amount of testing on a particular employee, we will notify HR about our concerns. 

To learn more about company drug testing, click here. To discuss a drug testing program for your company, dial 662-348-3342 for more information.