Both the business and employees will benefit from maintaining a drug-free environment. Drugs are very harmful. Employees who use drugs are more prone to violet behavior. Therefore, a drug-free environment is a lot safer. As an employer, one of the main responsibilities that you have is to keep the working environment safe at all times.

Employees who use drugs are more likely to have accidents while on the job. This can cause the business to lose a lot of money. In many cases, businesses are forced to pay for healthcare expenses when one of their employees gets hurt on the job.

Employees who use drugs are also more likely to miss days at work. Drugs can have a negative impact on one’s health, which is why employees who use drugs have to take more sick days. They may also miss work because they are spending time feeding their addiction.

Employee absenteeism can be a costly problem. Employee absenteeism costs $3,600 per year for every hourly person. It costs around $2,650 per year for every salaried person. That is why your business will be able to save money by maintaining a drug-free environment.

Reduced health insurance premiums is another benefit that can be reaped by maintaining a drug-free environment. Health insurance companies typically charge more for high-risk employees. This is another way that maintaining a drug-free environment can help your business save a lot of money.

The only way that you can ensure that your work environment is drug-free is to test your employees on a regular basis. Make sure that you order drug tests at random because some people will skip work if they know that they will be tested. AZC Drug Testing Employee Screening Services of Tucson is here to help you make your business and workplace as safe and reliable as they can be. Call us at (520) 745-1029 to learn more about drug and alcohol testing for your workplace.

One of the most difficult thing for a parent to come to is the realization that their child could be involved in illicit drugs. You shouldn’t consider yourself to be a bad parent, or your children to be bad kids. There are a lot of pressures involved that may not be fully understood by either you or your child. However, you owe it to them to ensure that they live a good, healthful life. A good first step is to talk to your child if you suspect that they are abusing drugs and/or alcohol. But if your suspicions continue, it’s best to get them tested. That way you and your family can be proactive about the issue.

Warning Signs:
Although different substances can cause different physiological phenomena, there are a few general warning signs that you can look out for. These include a family history of drug abuse, friends who appear shifty or shady, valuables missing or money being taken, an inordinate amount of secrecy, chronic lethargy and apathy, physical deterioration (rotting of the teeth, gums, puncture wounds, et cetera), and emotional instability. If your family is witnessing these phenomena, it may be time to have a talk with your child and schedule the next step in the process.

Benefits:
It may hurt to have to drug test your child. It may feel like you’re invading their privacy and somehow hurting them. You may fear that they’ll further distance themselves from you. Or that they’ll no longer trust you or trust you to trust them. These are very real, painful concerns. However, you have to remember that your job as a parent isn’t to be their best friend. You’re their guardian. Their protector. Sometimes, that means protecting them from themselves. And although it’s a difficult process to say the least, you’ll have the peace of mind in knowing that you’re doing everything possible to give your child a good life. And that you’re leading them on the path to make good future decisions.

Options:
There are a number of options one could take if they’re considering to test their child. However, many of the over-the-counter tests may read inaccurately. (For instance, a poppy-seed bagel can result in a positive indication of heroin abuse). It’s best to leave it to the experts. AZC Drug Testing Screening is a professional service that can give reliable and accurate testing. In addition, there’s the convenience of their on-site mobile services. This process is difficult enough as it is. It’s best to minimize hassle and frustration with professional testing.