Alcohol Testing Paoli, PA
Alcohol Testing Paoli, PA
Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Paoli, PA and the surrounding areas. Alcohol testing is available for DOT and non DOT purposes and Court Ordered requirements. Testing methods include breath alcohol (BAC), urine, oral saliva and hair testing. Same day service is available at our Paoli, PA locations and most Paoli, PA alcohol testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.
Alcohol Testing is administered for court ordered (ETG), DOT and Non-DOT testing including random selection, reasonable suspicion, post-accident testing and other reason an employer or individual may need an Alcohol Test.
11 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 1.2 miles
PAOLI, PA 19301
15 Industrial Blvd Ste, Suite A-101 1.3 miles
Paoli, PA 19301
1001 CHESTERBROOK BLVD 2.7 miles
BERWYN, PA 19312
309 Lancaster Avenue, 3.8 miles
Frazer, PA 19355
250 KING OF PRUSSIA RD 5.3 miles
RADNOR, PA 19087
3574 West Chester Pike, 5.7 miles
Newtown Square, PA 19073
1502 W Chester Pike, 6.0 miles
West Chester, PA 19382
450 Cresson Blvd, Suite 3, Oaks Corporate Center 6.4 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
107 Town Center Road 6.8 miles
King of Prussia, PA 19406
170 N HENDERSON RD STE 306 7.0 miles
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406
170 N Henderson Rd, Suite 204 7.0 miles
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Phoenixville Plaza, 700 Nutt Road Unit 735 7.0 miles
Phoenixville, PA 19460
915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3 7.5 miles
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente 8.0 miles
Exton, PA 19341
606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105 8.2 miles
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
600 E Marshall St, 8.2 miles
West Chester, PA 19380
2000 SPROUL RD STE 102 8.3 miles
BROOMALL, PA 19008
2521 W MAIN ST 8.3 miles
NORRISTOWN, PA 19403
510 E Gay Street 8.4 miles
West Chester, PA 19382
625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE 8.5 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
2010 W Chester Pike, 8.8 miles
Havertown, PA 19083
200 BARR HARBOR DR STE 400 9.0 miles
W CNSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428
1167A W Baltimore Pike, 9.1 miles
Media, PA 19063
80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N 9.5 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102, 9.5 miles
Exton, PA 19341
1437 Dekalb St, 9.5 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005 9.5 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
1305 W CHESTER PIKE 9.6 miles
HAVERTOWN, PA 19083
407 W LINCOLN HWY STE 109 9.7 miles
EXTON, PA 19341
78 2ND AVE 9.8 miles
COLLEGEVILLE, PA 19426
131 S State Rd 9.9 miles
Springfield, PA 19064
920 W SPROUL RD STE 110 10.1 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
720--730 E Johnson Highway, 10.1 miles
Norristown, PA 19401
196 W SPROUL RD STE 110 10.7 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
102 Schubert Dr 10.8 miles
Downingtown, PA 19335
257 W UWCHLAN AVE STE 220 10.9 miles
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
736 Baltimore Pike, Suite 9 11.0 miles
Concordville, PA 19331
Limerick Square, 70 Buckwalter Road 11.1 miles
Royersford, PA 19468
850 GERMANTOWN PIKE 11.1 miles
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA 19462
Springfield Square Shopping Ce, 1001 Baltimore Pike Suite 112 11.4 miles
Springfield, PA 19064
934 MONTGOMERY AVE 11.6 miles
PENN VALLEY, PA 19072
444 BALTIMORE PIKE 11.7 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
103 BALTIMORE PIKE 11.9 miles
SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064
100 E LANCASTER AVE STE 317 11.9 miles
WYNNEWOOD, PA 19096
308 E Lancaster Ave, 12.0 miles
Downingtown, PA 19335
150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140 12.2 miles
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
99 MANOR AVE STE 2 12.5 miles
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
PO BOX 754 12.9 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
501 W MacDade Boulevard, 13.2 miles
Folsom, PA 19033
213 MORTON AVE 13.2 miles
FOLSOM, PA 19033
1 CRESCENT DR STE 100 13.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19112
724 Dekalb Pike, 13.4 miles
Blue Bell, PA 19422
90 N MacDade BLVD, 13.6 miles
GLENOLDEN, PA 19036
1503 LANSDOWNE AVE STE 2004 13.6 miles
DARBY, PA 19023
6060 RIDGE AVE STE 100 13.9 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
8 MORTON AVE STE 206 14.1 miles
RIDLEY PARK, PA 19078
1311 N 52ND ST 14.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19131
5800 RIDGE AVE STE 234 14.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
525 Jamestown Street, 14.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19128
1107 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 103 14.5 miles
Flourtown, PA 19031
3301 E Lincoln Hwy, 15.3 miles
Thorndale, PA 19372
1569 Medical Dr, 15.5 miles
Pottstown, PA 19464
1235 Horseshoe Pike, 15.5 miles
Downingtown, PA 19335
2089 E HIGH ST 15.5 miles
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
2801 ISLAND AVE Ste 2 15.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
535 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 101 15.7 miles
FORT WASHINGTON, PA 19034
515 Pennsylvania Ave, 15.7 miles
Ft Washington, PA 19034
1600 E HIGH ST 15.7 miles
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
1019 S BROAD ST 16.0 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
7000 Holstein Ave 16.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19153
270 MAIN ST 16.5 miles
HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
1000 Easton Rd, Suite 270 16.5 miles
Wyncote, PA 19095
3600 SILVERSIDE RD STE B 16.5 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19810
5322 MAGNOLIA ST 16.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19144
716 N 24TH ST 16.7 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19130
81 ROBINSON ST CAREPLEX BUILDING 16.7 miles
POTTSTOWN, PA 19464
345 Main Street, 16.7 miles
Harleysville, PA 19438
School House Rd & Route 1, 132 Onix Drive 16.8 miles
Kennett Square, PA 19348
201 REECEVILLE RD 16.8 miles
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
2 Penn Blvd, Suite 205 16.8 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19144
1403 Foulk Rd Ste 103, 16.8 miles
Wilmington, DE 19803
100 DIPLOMAT DR BAY 1 17.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19113
2722 CONCORD PIKE 17.1 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
525 N BROAD ST 17.4 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
230 N BROAD ST MAIL STOP 101 17.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
230 N BROAD ST 17.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19102
227 N. Broad St, 17.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19107
826 N BROAD ST 17.7 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
2123 CONCORD PIKE 17.8 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
1313 N BROAD ST 17.9 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
1444 W PASSYUNK AVE 18.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
1900 S BROAD ST 18.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
1930 S BROAD ST UNIT 11 18.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
2219 S Broad St, 18.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
1970 N BROAD ST 18.8 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
2031 N BROAD ST STE 127 18.8 miles
LANSDALE, PA 19446
Cloverly Plaza, 628 Old York Road 19.0 miles
Jenkintown, PA 19046
2131 N Broad St, 19.0 miles
Lansdale, PA 19446
100 E LEHIGH AVE STE 106 MAB BUILDING 19.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19125
1 REED ST 19.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19147
5675 N Front St, Store 260 19.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19120
244 W LINCOLN HWY 19.2 miles
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
330 W. Oregon Avenue, 19.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19148
830 W CYPRESS ST 19.3 miles
KENNETT SQUARE, PA 19348
2715 S FRONT ST, UNIT 2 19.5 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148
1419 Old York Rd, 19.8 miles
Abington, PA 19001
73 CROWN POINT RD 19.9 miles
PAULSBORO, NJ 8066
201 PRECISION RD 19.9 miles
HORSHAM, PA 19044
1468 OLD YORK RD 19.9 miles
ABINGTON, PA 19001
6129 PALMETTO ST 20.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
200 Lakeside Dr Ste 230, 20.0 miles
Horsham, PA 19044
2729 BLAIR MILL RD Ste A 20.1 miles
WILLOW GROVE, PA 19090
510 HERON DR STE 108 20.1 miles
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
510 HERON DR STE 114 20.1 miles
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
3356 Aramingo Ave 20.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19134
45 S PINE ST 20.1 miles
ELVERSON, PA 19520
3400 ARAMINGO AVE, STE 4 20.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19134
4501 Castor Ave, 20.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Delaware Ave & Clayton St, Trolley Square, Suites 3b-4b 20.2 miles
Wilmington, DE 19806
3 COOPER PLZ RM 517 20.3 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8103
1700 Horizon Dr, Suite 205 20.3 miles
Chalfont, PA 18914
1500 HORIZON DR STE 102 20.3 miles
CHALFONT, PA 18914
5000 FRANKFORD AVE Wakling Building 20.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19124
32 MAPLE AVE 20.4 miles
LINE LEXINGTON, PA 18932
700 Cottman Ave, 20.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19111
708 Route 113, 20.9 miles
Souderton, PA 18964
1050 E Philadelphia Ave, 20.9 miles
Gilbertsville, PA 19525
545 BECKETT RD STE 103 B 21.0 miles
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
2961 YORKSHIP SQ HISTORICAL FAIRVIEW 21.1 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8104
1000 ATLANTIC AVE Family Health Center 21.1 miles
CAMDEN, NJ 8104
914 JUSTISON ST 21.3 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
104 S BROADWAY 21.4 miles
GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ 8030
2010 LEVICK ST 21.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
6555 Roosevelt Blvd., 21.8 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19149
509 N BROAD ST 22.1 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
730 N Broad St, Suite 125 22.1 miles
Woodbury, NJ 8096
608 N Broad St Ste 100 22.1 miles
Woodbury, NJ 8096
202 LANTANA DR 22.2 miles
HOCKESSIN, DE 19707
Cooper River Plaza West, 6981 North Park Drive Suite 20 22.4 miles
Pennsauken, NJ 8109
875 MANTUA PIKE STE B 22.6 miles
WOODBURY, NJ 8096
1800 BYBERRY RD STE 705 22.8 miles
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
5255 MARLTON PIKE 22.9 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8109
1200 DELSEA DR 23.1 miles
WESTVILLE, NJ 8093
6940 State Rd 23.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19135
1432 EASTON RD STE 3C 23.2 miles
WARRINGTON, PA 18976
7439 FRANKFORD AVE 2ND FL 23.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19136
7528 Frankford Ave, 23.3 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19136
9331 OLD BUSTLETON AVE STE 102 23.4 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115
6 N BLACK HORSE PIKE 23.4 miles
MOUNT EPHRAIM, NJ 8059
3926 KIRKWOOD HWY 23.4 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
321 N Furnace St, 23.4 miles
Birdsboro, PA 19508
210 BENIGNO BLVD 23.5 miles
BELLMAWR, NJ 8031
5311 Limestone Rd, Suite 202 23.5 miles
Wilmington, DE 19808
700 LAWN AVE 23.5 miles
SELLERSVILLE, PA 18960
2417 Welsh Rd, 23.6 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19114
3105 LIMESTONE RD STE 105 23.7 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
9808 Bustleton Avenue, 23.8 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19115
2793 GERYVILLE PIKE UPPER PERKIOMEN OUTPATIENT CTR 23.8 miles
PENNSBURG, PA 18073
201 TOMLIN STATION RD STE B 23.8 miles
MULLICA HILL, NJ 8062
1 E BEACON LIGHT LN 23.8 miles
CHESTER, PA 19013
1117 MEARNS RD 23.9 miles
WARMINSTER, PA 18974
1941 LIMESTONE RD STE 109 24.1 miles
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
100 E BROAD ST 24.2 miles
PALMYRA, NJ 8065
950 Octorara Trail 24.4 miles
Parkesburg, PA 19365
9370 N CRESCENT BLVD STE 200 24.4 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8110
102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD 24.4 miles
COCHRANVILLE, PA 19330
1323 Rt 100, 24.5 miles
Barto, PA 19504
212 CHERRY LN 24.6 miles
NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
800 HADDONFIELD RD 24.8 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8002
807 Haddon Ave, 24.8 miles
Haddonfield, NJ 8033
800 W STATE ST STE 102 24.8 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
To schedule an alcohol test in Paoli, PA call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7
Alcohol Detection Periods
Breath Alcohol Current / Immediate | ETG - Urine 80 Hours | Standard Urine 1 - 2 Days |
Whether you want to detect current alcohol impairment, recent alcohol consumption, or alcohol usage within the past 3 days, Accredited Drug Testing offers the testing services that fit your needs.
Alcohol tests are administered for a variety of different reasons and greatly differ from drug tests. Drug tests (those that analyze samples of hair and urine) attempt to detect usage of illegal drugs over a lengthy time period, generally ranging from a week to several months. However, alcohol tests are aimed at detecting consumption of a legal - though regulated - substance within a much shorter timeframe. Rather than testing for past usage, an alcohol drug test will register only the immediate presence of alcohol in the human body.
Breath Alcohol Drug Test
Otherwise known as a breathalyzer, Breath Alcohol Test (BATs) make frequent appearances in sitcoms and crime shows. That is because they are quite commonly used given that the test is easy to administer and provides nearly instantaneous results. Police officers rely on breathalyzer exams to detect when drivers are on the road and above the legal alcohol limit. Because BATs provide only a current-moment snapshot of the body's blood alcohol content, they should only be administered when someone is required to be sober at the current time. Such cases would include driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.
Accredited Drug Testing centers are dedicated to providing accurate results every time. For that reason, our certified staff only administers DOT-approved Evidential Breath Testing devices (EBTs). Procedures are meticulously controlled to ensure that all results are admissible in a court of law.
DOT only permits a breath alcohol test. Urine alcohol tests are not permitted by the Department of Transportation. Therefore, a DOT regulated employee would take a 5 panel DOT urine test but only a breath alcohol test if required.
Urine Alcohol Drug Test Finally, for rare cases an EtG exam will be administered to determine if alcohol has been consumed over a 5 day period. EtGs are typically reserved for individuals undergoing a court-ordered sobriety or alcohol rehabilitation program.
Saliva / Oral Fluid Alcohol Test
Accredited Drug Testing also offers a saliva specimen alcohol test in addition, to breath and urine testing. Oral fluid alcohol test can provide immediate results or if requested can be sent to certified laboratory for analysis
Confidential alcohol drug tests can be conducted at any location utilizing the Accredited Drug Testing mobile on-site program service.
Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or click below to order online 24/7.
Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for all needs including employment, DOT, court ordered, school, personal and are available for both individuals and employers.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, offers 5, 10 and 12 panel drug test screenings utilizing urine, hair, blood and oral fluids/saliva. Alcohol testing is available for breath alcohol, standard urine and ETG testing.
Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all tests results are verified by our in house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers.
On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
Department of Transportation (DOT)
If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.
Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.
Drug Free Workplace
Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.
We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.
Our alcohol testing Paoli, PA centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.
Our drug testing Paoli, PA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Paoli, PA centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.
Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Alcohol Testing
Alcohol testing is a procedure used to measure an individual's blood alcohol content (BAC) or detect the presence of alcohol in the body. This testing is crucial in various contexts, including law enforcement, workplace safety, and medical screening. For consumers, understanding the available methods and their specific uses can help in making informed decisions about alcohol testing.
Methods of Alcohol Testing
- Breathalyzer Tests: These are the most common form of alcohol testing, especially used by law enforcement. They measure the alcohol content in the breath, which correlates with blood alcohol levels.
- Blood Tests: Considered the most accurate method, blood tests directly measure the alcohol concentration in the bloodstream. However, they require professional medical personnel to collect the blood sample.
- Urine Tests: Urine tests are less commonly used for alcohol because of their less accurate representation of current blood alcohol levels but can detect alcohol consumption up to 24 hours after intake.
- Saliva Tests: These tests are less invasive and can detect the presence of alcohol in the saliva, which is a good approximation of BAC.
Applications of Alcohol Testing
Alcohol testing is used in several key areas:
- Law Enforcement: To enforce drinking and driving laws and ensure public safety.
- Workplace Safety: In industries where operating heavy machinery or driving is involved, employers use alcohol testing to ensure a safe work environment.
- Health Monitoring: Medical professionals may require alcohol testing for patients undergoing treatment for alcohol use disorder or monitoring those with specific health conditions.
Advantages of Alcohol Testing
Alcohol testing offers several benefits:
- Prevention of Accidents: It helps in reducing the risk of accidents associated with alcohol consumption, especially in driving and workplace scenarios.
- Health and Safety Compliance: It ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly in work environments.
- Support for Recovery Programs: Regular testing can support individuals in recovery programs by holding them accountable and encouraging sobriety.
Limitations of Alcohol Testing
Despite its benefits, alcohol testing has limitations:
- Variability in Accuracy: Some methods, like breathalyzers, can sometimes give false positives due to factors like diet, medical conditions, or even certain medications.
- Invasiveness: Some methods, particularly blood tests, are invasive and require professional handling.
- Privacy Concerns: The necessity to disclose personal consumption habits can raise privacy issues, especially in employment contexts.
In conclusion, alcohol testing plays a critical role in law enforcement, workplace safety, and health care. While it offers numerous benefits in promoting safety and health standards, awareness of its limitations and appropriate use is essential for achieving accurate and reliable results.
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Local Area Info: Paoli, Pennsylvania
Paoli /pe??o?li?/ is a census-designated place in Chester County near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It is situated in portions of two townships: Tredyffrin and Willistown. At the 2010 census, it had a total population of 5,575.
The town of Paoli grew around an inn kept in 1769 by Joshua Evans, whose father bought 500 acres (200 ha) from William Penn in 1719 near the current site of the Paoli Post Office. Evans named his inn after General Pasquale Paoli, a Corsican, after he had received the 45th and final toast at a Saint Patrick's Day celebration.[citation needed] The inn's location on the Philadelphia and Lancaster Turnpike, about 20 miles (one day's drive for a horse-drawn wagon) from Philadelphia, ensured its success.
On the evening of September 20, 1777, near Paoli, General Charles Grey and nearly 5,000 British soldiers launched a surprise attack, having intercepted General Washington's orders to General Wayne regarding British rearguard action, on the small regiment of Patriot troops commanded by General Anthony Wayne in an area near his home, (danger regarding a general being too familiar with the terrain), what becomes known as the Paoli Massacre. Not wanting to lose the element of surprise, Grey ordered his troops to remove the flint from their muskets and to use only bayonets or swords to attack the sleeping Americans under the cover of darkness.[citation needed]