The hiring process is extremely challenging for both companies and prospective employees. Managers have to make hiring decisions based solely on a few interviews and resumes that present idealized versions of a candidate’s employment history. Job seekers also frequently believe they need to “beat the interviewer” and attempt to obfuscate or omit information they’d rather not share. A pre-employment drug test is a standard operating procedure for most companies, but that only confirms that the candidate is drug-free. What if there are more serious problems in your new hire’s past?

Random drug testing is a standard operating procedure for any company that’s committed to the health and safety of its employees and customers. It keeps your employees honest when they know they can be selected for testing at any time, and you’ll be able to enjoy the peace of mind that comes from operating a drug-free workplace. But if you’ve never administered a random drug testing program before, it’s important to create a program based on the best practices for your industry that meets all compliance requirements. First Choice is Arkansas’ most trusted third-party administrator, and we’re here to help you create and manage a random screening program at your workplace.

First Choice is Arkansas’ most trusted third-party test administrator, and we offer every conceivable lab test at our south Little Rock location. We also offer pre-employment physicals and background testing services to ensure your employees aren’t trying to hide from their criminal past. But what happens if a highly qualified applicant is currently using a legitimately prescribed opioid?

According to the National Safety Council, almost 9% of working adults in the United States have a substance use disorder. Illicit drug use tears families apart and costs billions of dollars worth of insurance claims each year. It also increases the likelihood of workplace accidents, as well as lost productivity, excess absenteeism, and more serious problems such as theft and violent incidents. The good news is that First Choice offers every conceivable lab test at our convenient south Little Rock location, and we love partnering with small businesses to help them run drug-free workplaces!