Desert Hot Springs, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy
Population (total): Population in 2017: 28,757 (97% urban, 3% rural).
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $963.
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 36.8%
Poverty (breakdown): (26.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 52.1% for Black residents, 42.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 75.8% for American Indian residents, 24.7% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 37.0% for other race residents, 36.4% for two or more races residents)
Sex Offenders: According to our research of California and other state lists, there were 124 registered sex offenders living in Desert Hot Springs, California as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Desert Hot Springs is 233 to 1.>
Land Area: 23.3 square miles.
Zip Codes: 92240, 92282
Races:
Hispanic - 16,572 - 56.9%
White alone - 8,897 - 30.6%
Black alone - 2,009 - 6.9%
Asian alone - 733 - 2.5%
Two or more races - 631 - 2.2%
Other race alone - 206 - 0.7%
American Indian alone - 104 - 0.4%
Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 56 - 0.2%
The town was founded by L. W. Coffee on July 12, 1941. The original town site was centered at the intersection of Palm Drive and Pierson Boulevard and was only one square mile. Coffee chose the name Desert Hot Springs because of the area's natural hot springs.
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)
Desert Hot Springs, California Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers
If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Desert Hot Springs, CA or the surrounding areas,
Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office.
Our local Desert Hot Springs, CA 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 Desert Hot Springs, CA 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"
Desert Hot Springs 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
555 E TACHEVAH DR STE 3E 8.9 miles
555 E TACHEVAH DR STE 3E
PALM SPRINGS,
CA
92262
Categories: PALM SPRINGS CA
555 E Tachevah Dr Ste 102w, 8.9 miles
555 E Tachevah Dr Ste 102w,
Palm Springs,
CA
92262
Categories: Palm Springs CA
1080 N Indian Canyon Dr Ste 206 8.9 miles
1080 N Indian Canyon Dr Ste 206
Palm Springs,
CA
92262
Categories: Palm Springs CA
67780 E PALM CANYON DR 12.1 miles
67780 E PALM CANYON DR
CATHEDRAL CITY,
CA
92234
Categories: CATHEDRAL CITY CA
57725 29 PALMS HWY STE 110 12.7 miles
57725 29 PALMS HWY STE 110
YUCCA VALLEY,
CA
92284
Categories: YUCCA VALLEY CA
35280 BOB HOPE DR. STE 103 13.0 miles
35280 BOB HOPE DR. STE 103
RANCHO MIRAGE,
CA
92270
Categories: RANCHO MIRAGE CA
58471 29 PALMS HWY STE 303 15.4 miles
58471 29 PALMS HWY STE 303
YUCCA VALLEY,
CA
92284
Categories: YUCCA VALLEY CA
74990 COUNTRY CLUB DR STE 310 15.6 miles
74990 COUNTRY CLUB DR STE 310
PALM DESERT,
CA
92260
Categories: PALM DESERT CA
73 700 DINAH SHORE DR Ste 206 16.7 miles
73 700 DINAH SHORE DR Ste 206
PALM DESERT,
CA
92211
Categories: PALM DESERT CA
72630 FRED WARING DR STE 101 17.2 miles
72630 FRED WARING DR STE 101
PALM DESERT,
CA
92260
Categories: PALM DESERT CA
6601 WHITE FEATHER RD 17.6 miles
6601 WHITE FEATHER RD
JOSHUA TREE,
CA
92252
Categories: JOSHUA TREE CA
73345 highway 111 STE 204B 18.0 miles
73345 highway 111 STE 204B
PALM DESERT,
CA
92260
Categories: PALM DESERT CA
41120 WASHINGTON ST STE 201 19.0 miles
41120 WASHINGTON ST STE 201
BERMUDA DUNES,
CA
92203
Categories: BERMUDA DUNES CA
42575 WASHINGTON ST STE B 19.2 miles
42575 WASHINGTON ST STE B
PALM DESERT,
CA
92211
Categories: PALM DESERT CA
78822 HIGHWAY 111 21.0 miles
78822 HIGHWAY 111
LA QUINTA,
CA
92253
Categories: LA QUINTA CA
81557 DR CARREON BLVD STE B6 23.2 miles
81557 DR CARREON BLVD STE B6
INDIO,
CA
92201
Categories: INDIO CA
81767 DOCTOR CARREON BLVD 23.2 miles
81767 DOCTOR CARREON BLVD
INDIO,
CA
92201
Categories: INDIO CA
81715 Dr Carreon Blvd Ste A4, 23.2 miles
81715 Dr Carreon Blvd Ste A4,
Indio,
CA
92201
Categories: Indio CA
47111 MONROE ST 23.5 miles
47111 MONROE ST
INDIO,
CA
92201
Categories: INDIO CA
82013 Dr Carreon Blvd 23.6 miles
82013 Dr Carreon Blvd
Indio,
CA
92201
Categories: Indio CA
For additional testing center locations, please call (800) 221-4291
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 Desert Hot Springs drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Desert Hot Springs drug testing and Desert Hot Springs alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.
Services provided at our Desert Hot Springs drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing are designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Desert Hot Springs drug testing needs.
Desert Hot Springs Drug Testing Services
Our Desert Hot Springs, CA 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 Desert Hot Springs, CA drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Desert Hot Springs Accredited Drug Testing centers. Desert Hot Springs testing centers are located throughout Desert Hot Springs, CA 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 Desert Hot Springs
Local Area Info: Desert Hot Springs, California
Desert Hot Springs, also known as DHS, is a city in Riverside County, California, United States. The city is located within the Coachella Valley geographic region, sometimes referred to as the Desert Empire. The population was 25,938 at the 2010 census, up from 16,582 at the 2000 census. The city has undergone rapid development and high population growth since the 1970s, when there were 2,700 residents.
It is named for its many natural hot springs. It is one of few places in the world with naturally occurring hot- and cold mineral springs. Desert Hot Springs is home to the largest collection of warm mineral springs in the United States. More than 20 natural mineral spring lodgings can be found in town. Unlike most hot springs, the mineral springs in town are odorless.
The only people residing in areas north of Palm Springs prior to the 20th century was Cahuilla Indians in the village of Seven Palms. Although Cahuilla people never settled permanently in today’s Desert Hot Springs, they often camped here during winter times due to the warm climate.
Desert Hot Springs 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.
Desert Hot Springs 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 Desert Hot Springs 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 Desert Hot Springs 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).
Desert Hot Springs Alcohol Testing
In addition to offering Desert Hot Springs drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.
Desert Hot Springs 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 Desert Hot Springs
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 Desert Hot Springs drug testing, Desert Hot Springs alcohol testing and Desert Hot Springs 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 Desert Hot Springs, CA 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: 28,757 (97% urban, 3% rural).
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $963.
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 36.8%
Poverty (breakdown): (26.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 52.1% for Black residents, 42.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 75.8% for American Indian residents, 24.7% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 37.0% for other race residents, 36.4% for two or more races residents)
Sex Offenders: According to our research of California and other state lists, there were 124 registered sex offenders living in Desert Hot Springs, California as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Desert Hot Springs is 233 to 1.>
Land Area: 23.3 square miles.
Zip Codes: 92240, 92282
Races:
Hispanic - 16,572 - 56.9%
White alone - 8,897 - 30.6%
Black alone - 2,009 - 6.9%
Asian alone - 733 - 2.5%
Two or more races - 631 - 2.2%
Other race alone - 206 - 0.7%
American Indian alone - 104 - 0.4%
Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 56 - 0.2%
The town was founded by L. W. Coffee on July 12, 1941. The original town site was centered at the intersection of Palm Drive and Pierson Boulevard and was only one square mile. Coffee chose the name Desert Hot Springs because of the area's natural hot springs.
