GOLD STANDARD PROGRAM

• Since 1999 over 100 employers, public and private, have chosen to become members and create and maintain a drug-free workplace with our Gold Standard Program.  We offer only the highest level of testing available today as a third-party administrator and tailor each workplace program to the clients needs.  Anything less than a Gold Standard exposes a company to needless liability.  In addition, we offer our members a host of other services that are free of charge.
• DrugFree Idaho helps companies improve employee health, safety and productivity by providing drug-free workplace programs that equip them with the knowledge, opportunity and means to address substance abuse in the workplace.   Statistics show that 70% of drug users are employed, and on the average, find jobs with no drug policy in place. 

OUR GOLD STANDARD PROGRAM OFFERS THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:

1. A Drug-Free Workplace Policy Review.  Develop and customize a program to fit customers need.
2. Our Gold Standard Drug and Alcohol Testing Program for DOT & Non-DOT employers

§         Specimen collection by a trained collector using strict chain of custody

§         Testing of specimens at a SAMHSA certified laboratory

§         Testing of at least the five common illicit drugs, referred to as the “NIDA 5” at appropriate cut off levels

§         Integrity testing (testing for adulterants and dilution

§         GC/MS (gas chromatography, mass spectrometry) confirmation of all initial positive specimens

§         Submission of both positive and negative blind quality control specimens to all laboratories

§         Certified Medical Officer Review (MRO) of all results, negative or positive, with confidential reporting to a designated representative at your company (logon option)

3. Supervisor Training and Employee Assistance and Education Programs
4. Workplace Prevention and Parenting Classes
5. Members Only benefits with logon password (Updates, Two-Minute Challenge etc)
6. Assistance with Idaho Drug-Free Workplace Act, DOL Standards, DOT Requirements and Workers Compensation Rebates

Statistics show that 70% of drug users are employed, and on the average, find jobs with no drug and alcohol testing policy in place.  That would mean they work for businesses just like yours.

Employee drug abuse ruins the lives of users and their families and can create hazards for employers, co-workers and the public. Associated costs of lost business opportunities, missed deadlines, safety concerns, diminished productivity and damage to an organization's reputation undermines a company's profitability. LOOK AT THE FACTS:

Employee Absenteeism - Problem drinkers are absent from work four to eight times moreoften than normal. Drug users are absent from work on an average of five days (5) per month due to substance abuse.

Reduced Productivity - When they do show up, substance abusers are 33% less productive and cost their employers $7,000 annually.

Workplace Accidents - Drug using employees are 4% more likely to be involved in workplace accidents and five times more likely to file a workers' compensation claim.

Industrial Fatalities - Up to 40% of industrial fatalities and 47% of all industrial injuries can be linked to alcohol abuse.

Increased Workers' Compensation Costs - According to the National Council on Compensation Insurance, as much as 38% to 50% of all workers' compensation claims are related to substance abuse.  Did you know that you can earn a 5% rebate you your worker's comp insurance, every year,  for having a drug-free work policy in place and maintaining it?

Increased Medical Costs - Substance abusers are three times (3X) more likely to use medical benefits than other employees.

Workplace Theft - 80% of drug users steal from their workplaces to support their habits.

Workplace Violence - Substance abuse is the third leading cause of violence in the workplace.

And you don't think that effects your bottom line?

The most common myth from employers is they can't afford to drug test.  Given the above facts, how can you afford NOT TO? 

Call us today at (208) 373-5458 for a free consultation.

Already have a drug testing program and not satisfied?  We can help you too.