Braidwood, IL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy
Population (total): Population in 2017: 6,219 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +19.5%
Population (male): 3,296
Population (female): 2,923
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $908.
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 12.0%
Poverty (breakdown): (10.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 100.0% for Black residents, 21.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 45.0% for other race residents, 71.5% for two or more races residents)
Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (25.7%), Italian (13.7%), German (11.8%), American (8.9%), Polish (4.8%), Czech (3.6%).
Land Area: 4.63 square miles.
Population Density:
Zip Codes: 60481
Races:
White alone - 5,772 - 93.2%
Hispanic - 306 - 4.9%
Two or more races - 43 - 0.7%
Asian alone - 29 - 0.5%
Black alone - 22 - 0.4%
American Indian alone - 14 - 0.2%
Other race alone - 5 - 0.08%
Reed-Custer High School is located in Braidwood. Reed-Custer High School is located at 249 Comet Drive in Braidwood, IL 60408. The principal at RCHS is Tim Ricketts. RCHS is part of the Reed-Custer School District known as 255U. The school mascot is known as "Comets". RCHS offers numerous classes that vary on many different subjects that are not just core classes.
Recognitions and Certifications
Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service
and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all
drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.
Important Links
National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)
National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)
Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)
Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)
US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)
Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)
Braidwood, Illinois Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers
If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Braidwood, IL or the surrounding areas,
Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office.
Our local Braidwood, IL drug testing centers offer urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT
physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for companies
in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing
for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons, probation or family purposes. Same
day service is available and the process to schedule a test is fast and easy. Drug testing methods include urine,
oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood, ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available
in 24-48 hours and all tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified Laboratory and verified by our Medical Review
Officers (MRO's). Rapid/instant result testing is also available at many of our Braidwood, IL testing centers.
We also offer onsite mobile drug testing for employers needing to test multiple employees at one time.
"When You Need A Test, Choose The Best"
Braidwood Drug Testing locations
AI Overview
Overview of Local Drug Testing
Drug testing is a common procedure used in various contexts, including employment, sports, and law enforcement, to detect the presence of controlled substances in an individual's system. Local drug testing refers to drug tests administered within a specific locality or community, often facilitated by local healthcare providers, testing facilities, or through workplace initiatives. This overview provides consumers with key information about the purposes, methods, and implications of local drug testing.
Purposes of Drug Testing
Drug testing serves several purposes:
- Employment: Employers may require drug testing to ensure a safe and productive work environment, often as a part of pre-employment screening or randomly throughout employment.
- Sports: Athletes are regularly tested to maintain fair competition and deter the use of performance-enhancing drugs.
- Legal and Forensic: Drug testing can be ordered by courts in cases of drug-related offenses or in custody disputes.
- Medical Reasons: Healthcare providers may perform drug tests to diagnose substance abuse disorders or monitor treatment efficacy.
Common Drug Testing Methods
Several methods are used for drug testing, each with its own specific applications and detection windows:
- Urine Testing: The most common method due to its non-invasiveness and ability to detect a wide range of substances within hours to a few weeks after use.
- Blood Testing: Provides a more accurate measurement of active substances in the body but is more invasive and used less frequently.
- Saliva Testing: Gaining popularity for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect recent drug use.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Can detect drug use over a longer period, typically up to 90 days, making it useful for detailed monitoring.
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Drug testing is governed by various legal and ethical guidelines that protect individuals' rights:
- Consent: In most cases, individuals must provide informed consent before undergoing drug testing.
- Privacy: Results from drug tests are considered private health information and must be handled according to privacy laws.
- Accuracy: Testing facilities must adhere to strict standards to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
In conclusion, local drug testing is a vital tool used across various fields to promote safety, fairness, and health. Consumers are advised to understand the reasons for testing, the methods used, and their legal rights regarding the testing process.
Coastal Drug Testing
5775 E STATE HWY 113 5.2 miles
5775 E STATE HWY 113
COAL CITY,
IL
60416
Categories: COAL CITY IL
27240 W SAXONY DR 11.1 miles
27240 W SAXONY DR
CHANNAHON,
IL
60410
Categories: CHANNAHON IL
24441 W EAMES ST 12.6 miles
24441 W EAMES ST
CHANNAHON,
IL
60410
Categories: CHANNAHON IL
603 W MONDAMIN ST 13.5 miles
603 W MONDAMIN ST
MINOOKA,
IL
60447
Categories: MINOOKA IL
100 GORE RD STE H ATTN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH 13.5 miles
100 GORE RD STE H ATTN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
MORRIS,
IL
60450
Categories: MORRIS IL
100 GORE RD STE H 14.0 miles
100 GORE RD STE H
MORRIS,
IL
60450
Categories: MORRIS IL
2025 S CHICAGO ST 16.8 miles
2025 S CHICAGO ST
JOLIET,
IL
60436
Categories: JOLIET IL
1360 HOUBOLT RD 16.9 miles
1360 HOUBOLT RD
JOLIET,
IL
60431
Categories: JOLIET IL
1314 HOUBOLT RD 17.0 miles
1314 HOUBOLT RD
JOLIET,
IL
60431
Categories: JOLIET IL
1039 BROOK FOREST AVE 18.1 miles
1039 BROOK FOREST AVE
Shorewood,
IL
60404
Categories: Shorewood IL
32 UNO CIR 18.4 miles
32 UNO CIR
JOLIET,
IL
60435
Categories: JOLIET IL
230 W JOHN CASEY RD 18.6 miles
230 W JOHN CASEY RD
BOURBONNAIS,
IL
60914
Categories: BOURBONNAIS IL
333 MADISON ST 18.6 miles
333 MADISON ST
JOLIET,
IL
60435
Categories: JOLIET IL
310 N. Hammes Ave Ste 102, 18.7 miles
310 N. Hammes Ave Ste 102,
Joliet,
IL
60435
Categories: Joliet IL
330 MADISON ST STE B2 18.7 miles
330 MADISON ST STE B2
JOLIET,
IL
60435
Categories: JOLIET IL
2100 GLENWOOD AVE 18.8 miles
2100 GLENWOOD AVE
JOLIET,
IL
60435
Categories: JOLIET IL
2000 GLENWOOD AVE 18.8 miles
2000 GLENWOOD AVE
JOLIET,
IL
60435
Categories: JOLIET IL
175 E Bethel Dr, 18.8 miles
175 E Bethel Dr,
Bourbonnais,
IL
60914
Categories: Bourbonnais IL
750 ESSINGTON RD 18.9 miles
750 ESSINGTON RD
JOLIET,
IL
60435
Categories: JOLIET IL
1051 ESSINGTON RD STE 140 19.2 miles
1051 ESSINGTON RD STE 140
JOLIET,
IL
60435
Categories: JOLIET IL
800 N LARKIN AVE 19.4 miles
800 N LARKIN AVE
JOLIET,
IL
60435
Categories: JOLIET IL
400 S KENNEDY DR STE 700 19.5 miles
400 S KENNEDY DR STE 700
BRADLEY,
IL
60915
Categories: BRADLEY IL
350 N WALL ST 19.6 miles
350 N WALL ST
KANKAKEE,
IL
60901
Categories: KANKAKEE IL
500 W COURT ST 20.3 miles
500 W COURT ST
KANKAKEE,
IL
60901
Categories: KANKAKEE IL
2306 ESSINGTON RD 20.8 miles
2306 ESSINGTON RD
JOLIET,
IL
60435
Categories: JOLIET IL
16101 WEBER RD 21.0 miles
16101 WEBER RD
CREST HILL,
IL
60403
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On-Site ONLY 21.2 miles
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Plainfield,
IL
60586
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611 DIVISION ST 21.7 miles
611 DIVISION ST
PEOTONE,
IL
60468
Categories: PEOTONE IL
621 E LINCOLN HWY 21.8 miles
621 E LINCOLN HWY
NEW LENOX,
IL
60451
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1000 S HAMILTON ST 23.7 miles
1000 S HAMILTON ST
LOCKPORT,
IL
60441
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250 E MAPLE ST 24.5 miles
250 E MAPLE ST
NEW LENOX,
IL
60451
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21035 S LA GRANGE RD 24.5 miles
21035 S LA GRANGE RD
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IL
60423
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With our talented team of drug testing specialists, you can always count on receiving a professional and knowledgeable experience delivered each time with the utmost respect for confidentiality.
Every day we work closely with companies of all sizes and all industries, as well as with third party administrators and individuals in need of an Braidwood drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Braidwood drug testing and Braidwood alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.
Services provided at our Braidwood drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing are designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Braidwood drug testing needs.
Braidwood Drug Testing Services
Our Braidwood, IL drug testing centers provide a wide variety of standard drug and alcohol tests, as well as customized drug screening to meet a specific need. Our standard drug test is a 5 panel, 9 panel, 10 panel, 11 panel and 12 panel drug screen which can also be expanded to look for additional opiates, prescription drugs, K2, spice and bath salts.
If you are not sure of what specific Braidwood, IL drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Braidwood Accredited Drug Testing centers. Braidwood testing centers are located throughout Braidwood, IL and the surrounding areas and our ADT staff members are committed to providing affordable, convenient and confidential drug, alcohol and DNA testing services.
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About Braidwood
Local Area Info: Braidwood, Illinois
The Braidwood Nuclear Generating Station, a nuclear power plant currently owned by Exelon Corporation, is also located in the area (although the plant's address is actually in the nearby town of Braceville). The station is one of the major employers in the area and provides a significant portion of the electricity used in the Chicago area. The plant has been the subject of controversy concerning a series of leaks since 2007
Reed-Custer Community Unit School District 255 educates students from in and around Braidwood, Custer Park, Essex, and Godley. The district has 3 schools: Reed-Custer Elementary School (Grades PreK-5), Reed-Custer Middle School (Grades 6-8), and Reed-Custer High School (Grades 9-12). The district level administrators are: Mark Mitchell (Superintendent), Christine Nelson (Assistant Superintendent), and Jim King (Director of Operations).
Reed-Custer High School is located in Braidwood. Reed-Custer High School is located at 249 Comet Drive in Braidwood, IL 60408. The principal at RCHS is Tim Ricketts. RCHS is part of the Reed-Custer School District known as 255U. The school mascot is known as "Comets". RCHS offers numerous classes that vary on many different subjects that are not just core classes.
Braidwood Employee Drug Testing
Businesses that utilize an employee drug testing program are commonly referred to as a Drug Free Workplace. However, many times companies do not fully qualify as a Drug Free Workplace because the drug testing program which they use does not have all of the components which make up a true Drug Free Workplace.
The benefits of being a true Drug Free Workplace can include but are not limited to:
- Enhanced Employee Performance
- Reduced Job-Related Accidents
- Reduced Employee Absenteeism
- Lower Workers Compensation Rates
- Improved Employee Moral
- Customer Satisfaction
In addition, many companies regardless of size report that being a Drug Free Workplace has increased the quality of job applicants and improved the overall workplace environment.
Also many states such as Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee, South Carolina, Virginia, Wyoming, Ohio, Alabama, Arkansas, Washington provide by law a discount on workers compensation insurance rates provided a business qualifies as a Drug Free Workplace in accordance with state law.
States Which Provide Workers Compensation Discounts for Drug Free Workplace Programs
| Alabama 5% |
Arkansas 5% |
Florida 5% |
| Kentucky 5% |
Misissippi 5% |
Ohio 5% |
| Tennessee 5% |
Virginia 5% |
Washington 5% |
Accredited Drug Testing Inc will work with your insurance agent to ensure that any available discounts are provided for implementing and properly maintaining a drug free workplace.
Any company can benefit by being a Drug Free Workplace regardless of the number of employees, but it is crucially important that any business that wishes to be a Drug Free Workplace maintain the program properly.
A properly maintained Drug Free Workplace should include the following:
- A written Drug Free Workplace Policy
- Employee Drug Testing
- Employee Education
- Supervisor Training
- Employee Assistance Program(EAP)
- Drug Free Workplace Signage
Studies have shown that substance abuse among employees has serious repercussions for both the working environment and the economic success of the business.
As a result of drug and alcohol abuse, employers see increased costs related to medical fees, absenteeism and overall productivity.
Braidwood companies regardless of size wishing to implement a Drug Free Workplace can contact Accredited Drug Testing and ADT can schedule all drug tests and manage the entire Drug Free Workplace program for our clients. Simply speak with an ADT drug testing representative and tell them you are interested in our Braidwood drug testing services and programs.
When it comes to employee drug testing, we recognize the importance of convenience and confidentiality. For that reason, we offer online scheduling and delivery of test results, which allow employers to utilize our services from the convenience of their office.
In addition, we also provide Mobile Drug Testing that brings our Braidwood drug testing services right to your place of business. These on-site services are able to ensure maximum employee participation as well as minimum disruption to the work day. (Additional fees may apply).
Braidwood Alcohol Testing
In addition to offering Braidwood drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.
Braidwood DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing
As a National drug and alcohol testing company, the staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc is certified and qualified in DOT drug and alcohol testing collections and our in-house staff are fully knowledgeable of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. All DOT tests include test collections by a qualified ADT technician, SAMHSA certified laboratory analysis and verification by a qualified Medical Review Officer.
Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT required 5 panel urine tests, breath alcohol tests, consortium/random pool membership and all Federal Chain of Custody documents. If you need a DOT drug or alcohol test, simply call the ADT office and speak with one of our DOT drug testing specialists.
DOT Drug Testing Braidwood
To review DOT 49 CFR Part 40 Drug and Alcohol Regulations Click Here
ADT can schedule and manage all of your DOT and NON-DOT drug testing needs Nationwide, anywhere and at anytime.
Additional Services-Background Checks and Physicals
In addition, to Braidwood drug testing, Braidwood alcohol testing and Braidwood DNA testing, Accredited Drug Testing Inc also provides background checks for employers conducting employee screenings.
Accredited Drug Testing also provides Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals for CDL truck drivers(49 CFR, Part 40) or companies in need of Return To Duty or Job Fitness exams.
"One Stop Shopping" for all of your Braidwood, IL Drug Testing Needs
If you are a HR/Office manager needing employee drug testing, a school, government agency or simply an individual in need of a drug or alcohol test, Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides drug testing for pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, return to duty, post accident, court ordered or any other drug testing need, Call Accredited Drug Testing today (800)221-4291
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Population (total): Population in 2017: 6,219 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +19.5%
Population (male): 3,296
Population (female): 2,923
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $908.
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 12.0%
Poverty (breakdown): (10.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 100.0% for Black residents, 21.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 45.0% for other race residents, 71.5% for two or more races residents)
Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (25.7%), Italian (13.7%), German (11.8%), American (8.9%), Polish (4.8%), Czech (3.6%).
Land Area: 4.63 square miles.
Population Density:
Zip Codes: 60481
Races:
White alone - 5,772 - 93.2%
Hispanic - 306 - 4.9%
Two or more races - 43 - 0.7%
Asian alone - 29 - 0.5%
Black alone - 22 - 0.4%
American Indian alone - 14 - 0.2%
Other race alone - 5 - 0.08%
Reed-Custer High School is located in Braidwood. Reed-Custer High School is located at 249 Comet Drive in Braidwood, IL 60408. The principal at RCHS is Tim Ricketts. RCHS is part of the Reed-Custer School District known as 255U. The school mascot is known as "Comets". RCHS offers numerous classes that vary on many different subjects that are not just core classes.
