Urine Analysis (UA) Drug Testing

When drugs are taken in any form, metabolites end up in the urine within no time, and depending on the drug taken, they will remain in the urine for days or even weeks. If drugs are present in the body, then our Drug Testing Services will identify them.

ASC offers common types of Drug Testing, each serving a different purpose.

1. Pre-Employment Drug Testing

• Purpose: Conducted before hiring a new employee to ensure they are drug-free. It is typically required by employers as part of their hiring process.
• Commonly Tested Substances: Marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, methamphetamines, and sometimes alcohol.
• Method: Commonly done using urine, saliva, or hair tests.

2. Post-Accident Drug Testing

• Purpose: Administered after an accident or workplace incident to determine if drugs or alcohol played a role in the event. This test helps ensure safety and compliance in high-risk work environments.
• Commonly Tested Substances: Alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, opioids, methamphetamines, and other substances based on company policies.
• Method: Can include urine, blood, saliva, or breath tests.

3. Random Drug Testing

• Purpose: Conducted on employees without prior notice, typically at random intervals, to ensure ongoing compliance with drug-free workplace policies.
• Commonly Tested Substances: Drugs commonly associated with workplace impairment, such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, and methamphetamines.
• Method: Typically done via urine or saliva tests, but can also include other methods.

4. Reasonable Suspicion Drug Testing

• Purpose: Administered when an employer has a reasonable belief that an employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol while at work, often based on observed behavior or performance.
• Commonly Tested Substances: The same as post-accident testing, including alcohol, marijuana, opiates, cocaine, and amphetamines.
• Method: Typically urine or saliva tests, though blood or breath tests may be used in some cases.

5. Follow-Up Drug Testing

• Purpose: Conducted after an employee has returned to work following a previous positive drug test or after completing a drug rehabilitation program. The goal is to monitor continued sobriety and compliance.
• Commonly Tested Substances: Marijuana, alcohol, opiates, cocaine, amphetamines, and others based on the previous test results.
• Method: Commonly done via urine, saliva, or hair testing, with random testing or scheduled follow-ups.

6. Return-to-Duty Drug Testing

• Purpose: This test is conducted when an employee returns to work after a positive drug test or after completing a rehabilitation program. It ensures the individual is not under the influence when they return to their duties.
• Commonly Tested Substances: Similar to other drug tests, including marijuana, alcohol, and various prescription drugs.
• Method: Typically done with urine or saliva testing.

7. Annual or Routine Drug Testing

• Purpose: Some employers may conduct periodic drug tests on all employees on an annual or regular basis, even in the absence of an incident or suspicion.
• Commonly Tested Substances: Marijuana, cocaine, opiates, and other commonly abused drugs.
• Method: Typically urine or saliva tests.

8. Court-Ordered or Legal Drug Testing

• Purpose: Ordered by a court, often for legal or custody cases, to determine whether an individual is using drugs or alcohol. It may also be ordered in cases of probation or parole.
• Commonly Tested Substances: Alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, opiates, and other illicit drugs.
• Method: Blood, urine, or hair testing, depending on the requirements of the legal proceedings.

9. Healthcare or Medical Drug Testing

• Purpose: Conducted in medical settings to monitor patients for drug use, especially in cases involving addiction treatment or pain management.
• Commonly Tested Substances: Prescription drugs (including opioids), illicit drugs, or alcohol.
• Method: Can involve urine, blood, saliva, or hair testing depending on the treatment protocol.

10. Employee Drug Testing for Safety-Sensitive Positions

• Purpose: This test is required for employees in safety-sensitive positions (e.g., drivers, pilots, or operators of heavy machinery) where impairment could result in accidents or fatalities.
• Commonly Tested Substances: Alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, and other substances that could impair safety.
• Method: Urine testing is common, but blood, saliva, or breath tests may also be used, particularly for alcohol testing.

Summary of Drug Testing Types:

• Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Before hiring to check for drug use.
• Post-Accident Drug Testing: After an accident to see if drugs or alcohol were involved.
• Random Drug Testing: Unpredictable testing to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Reasonable Suspicion Drug Testing: Conducted when there’s suspicion of impairment.
• Follow-Up Drug Testing: After rehab or a positive test to monitor continued sobriety.
• Return-to-Duty Drug Testing: After an employee returns to work post-rehabilitation.
• Annual/Routine Drug Testing: Periodic checks for drugs, even without incidents.
• Court-Ordered Drug Testing: Legal or custody-related testing, ordered by the court.
• Healthcare/Medical Drug Testing: Testing in medical or treatment settings.
• Safety-Sensitive Drug Testing: For employees in roles where impairment is a serious safety concern.

These tests vary in their methods, timing, and substances tested depending on the purpose and the specific policies of the employer, legal body, or medical institution involved, and we can help.

Accurate Safety Compliance is a UA (Urine Analysis) collector on behalf of a TPA (Third-Party Administrators)

Our role involves managing the collection of urine samples on behalf of the TPA for various testing purposes, often related to drug testing, medical evaluations, or health assessments. The TPA acts as an intermediary between insurance companies, employers, or healthcare providers and the laboratories conducting the tests.

ASC Key Responsibilities as a UA Collector on behalf of a TPA:

1. Sample Collection:
2. Accurate Safety's primary responsibility is to collect urine samples from individuals (such as employees, patients, or clients) for drug testing or medical evaluations as required by the TPA’s clients.
3. We follow strict procedures to ensure that the sample is collected properly and that the integrity of the sample is maintained to prevent tampering.
4. Chain of Custody Documentation:
5. Chain of Custody refers to the documentation that tracks the sample from the time it is collected until it is analyzed by the laboratory.
6. ASC properly completes and maintains a chain of custody forms to ensure the sample's integrity and ensure it is handled according to regulatory guidelines.
7. Ensuring that all paperwork is completed properly, including the donor’s identification and other relevant details, is essential to prevent disputes or challenges to the test results.
8. Compliance with Legal and Regulatory Standards:
9. Accurate Safety follows specific protocols that are legally required, including those set forth by DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations for drug testing, SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) guidelines, and other applicable standards.
10. Accurate staff is trained in handling and collecting urine samples according to these guidelines to ensure that the process is done correctly, with confidentiality and in a manner that complies with privacy laws (such as HIPAA in healthcare settings).
11. Ensuring Proper Identification and Sample Integrity:
12. We verify the identity of the individual providing the sample, ensuring they are the correct person and that the sample is correctly labeled and matched to the correct individual.
13. It is essential to monitor the collection process to prevent any tampering with the sample (e.g., adulteration, substitution) and ensure the individual provides a valid sample.
14. Client Communication and Coordination:
15. As a UA collector working on behalf of a TPA, we communicate with the clients (e.g., employers, insurance companies, or healthcare providers) to schedule testing appointments, answer questions, and relay any necessary information related to the collection process.
16. Accurate ensures that the timing of the sample collection aligns with the requirements set by the TPA and the client.
17. Managing Samples for Lab Testing:
18. After collecting the sample, we responsibly transport or ship the sample to the designated laboratory for analysis, making sure it is done in compliance with TPA protocols and chain-of-custody procedures.
19. Maintaining Confidentiality:
20. ASC maintains confidentiality as a UA collector because it is crucial. We ensure that all personal health information (PHI) and test results are kept secure and only shared with authorized individuals in compliance with regulations (such as HIPAA in the U.S.).
21. Secure handling of both physical and digital records is necessary to prevent unauthorized access or data breaches.
22. Ensuring Accuracy and Avoiding Errors:
23. Accurate Safety Compliance is meticulous when collecting, labeling, and documenting the urine samples. Any errors can result in invalid test results or delays, and might also affect the TPA's relationships with clients or affect individuals' outcomes.
24. Customer Service:
25. Accurate understands that people providing the urine samples are typically nervous or confused about the process, and as a collector, we explain the procedure to them clearly and provide assistance if needed.
26. Good customer service and clear communication makes the process smoother for everyone involved.

Accurate Safety Compliance administers Instant Urine Analysis (UA) Drug Testing

Our all in one economical Instant Drug of Abuse Tests provide quick, easy, and accurate results at a reasonable price. The drug testing cups we utilize are a 12 Panel Instant Cup as our standard, but additional Panels are available upon special request.

1. Barbiturates (BAR) - (Amytal, Nembutal, Seconal)
2. Benzodiazepines (BZO) - (Xanax, Valium)
3. Cocaine/Crack - (COC)
4. Methadone (MTD) - (Pain reliever)
5. Morphine/Opiates - (Heroin, Codeine)
6. Methamphetamine (MAMP) - (Crystal Meth)
7. Marijuana (THC)
8. Phencyclidine - (PCP) - (Angel dust)
9. Methamphetamine (MDMA) - (Ecstasy, Molly)
10. Propoxyphene (PPX) - (Darvocet, Hydrochloride)
11. Oxycodone (OXY) - (Vicodin, Oxycontin, Hydrocodone)
12. Amphetamine (AMP) – (Ritalin, Dexedrine)