White Castle, LA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,766 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: -9.2%

Median Age: 32.1 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in White Castle: 80.5 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 34.5%

Land Area: 0.75 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 70788

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $27,836 (it was $19,435 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $14,880 (it was $12,246 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $95,438 (it was $48,500 in 2000) White Castle:$95,438LA:$162,500

Races:
      Black alone - 1,593 - 84.6%
      White alone - 251 - 13.3%
      Hispanic - 25 - 1.3%
      Two or more races - 11 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 2 - 0.1%
      Asian alone - 1 - 0.05%

During the 1950s, the chemical industry entered the area, congregating around the Mississippi River between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. This industry brought economic growth which took White Castle into the 1980s. Companies establishing chemical plants in the area near White Castle were Dow Chemical north of Plaquemine, Georgia-Gulf and Hercules north of White Castle, and Ciba-Geigy on the east bank of the Mississippi.

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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)

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DOT Drug Testing Locations White Castle, LA

Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in White Castle, LA and the surrounding areas provide DOT Drug Testing, DOT Alcohol Testing, DOT Physicals, Consortium enrollment and other DOT services for Employers, Single operators and all DOT modes who are required to comply with 49 CFR Part 40 in White Castle, LA including FMCSA, FTA, FAA, USCG, FRA and PHMSA . Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

Scheduling a DOT test is Fast and Easy, call our scheduling department or schedule your test online 24/7

* You must register by phone or online to receive your donor pass/registration prior to proceeding to the testing center.

5311 Limestone Rd, Suite 202 3.7 miles

5311 Limestone Rd, Suite 202
Wilmington, DE 19808
Categories: Wilmington DE

249 E Main Street, 3.8 miles

249 E Main Street,
Newark, DE 19711
Categories: Newark DE

314 E MAIN ST STE 105 3.8 miles

314 E MAIN ST STE 105
NEWARK, DE 19711
Categories: NEWARK DE

202 LANTANA DR 3.8 miles

202 LANTANA DR
HOCKESSIN, DE 19707
Categories: HOCKESSIN DE

3105 LIMESTONE RD STE 105 4.9 miles

3105 LIMESTONE RD STE 105
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

4051 OGLETOWN RD STE 102 5.2 miles

4051 OGLETOWN RD STE 102
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

A98 100 Omega Drive, 5.4 miles

A98 100 Omega Drive,
Newark, DE 19713
Categories: Newark DE

1C CHESTNUT HILL PLZ 5.5 miles

1C CHESTNUT HILL PLZ
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

4110 OGLETOWN STANTON RD 5.5 miles

4110 OGLETOWN STANTON RD
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

15 OMEGA DR BLDG K 5.6 miles

15 OMEGA DR BLDG K
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

4623 OGLETOWN STANTON RD 100 5.6 miles

4623 OGLETOWN STANTON RD 100
NEWARK, DE 19713
Categories: NEWARK DE

1941 LIMESTONE RD STE 109 5.9 miles

1941 LIMESTONE RD STE 109
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

3926 KIRKWOOD HWY 6.2 miles

3926 KIRKWOOD HWY
WILMINGTON, DE 19808
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

830 W CYPRESS ST 7.5 miles

830 W CYPRESS ST
KENNETT SQUARE, PA 19348
Categories: KENNETT SQUARE PA

1011 Baltimore Pike,, Suite 112 9.0 miles

1011 Baltimore Pike,, Suite 112
West Grove, PA 19390
Categories: West Grove PA

300 Biddle Ave Ste 202, 9.3 miles

300 Biddle Ave Ste 202,
Newark, DE 19702
Categories: Newark DE

2600 Glasgow Avenue, Suite 214 9.5 miles

2600 Glasgow Avenue, Suite 214
Newark, DE 19702
Categories: Newark DE

School House Rd & Route 1, 132 Onix Drive 9.5 miles

School House Rd & Route 1, 132 Onix Drive
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Categories: Kennett Square PA

123 Singerly Avenue, 9.6 miles

123 Singerly Avenue,
Elkton, MD 21921
Categories: Elkton MD

106 BOW ST 9.6 miles

106 BOW ST
ELKTON, MD 21921
Categories: ELKTON MD

129 N DUPONT HWY 9.9 miles

129 N DUPONT HWY
NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
Categories: NEW CASTLE DE

525 E Basin Rd, 10.3 miles

525 E Basin Rd,
New Castle, DE 19720
Categories: New Castle DE

Delaware Ave & Clayton St, Trolley Square, Suites 3b-4b 10.8 miles

Delaware Ave & Clayton St, Trolley Square, Suites 3b-4b
Wilmington, DE 19806
Categories: Wilmington DE

914 JUSTISON ST 10.9 miles

914 JUSTISON ST
WILMINGTON, DE 19801
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

212 CHERRY LN 11.8 miles

212 CHERRY LN
NEW CASTLE, DE 19720
Categories: NEW CASTLE DE

2123 CONCORD PIKE 12.1 miles

2123 CONCORD PIKE
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

2722 CONCORD PIKE 12.2 miles

2722 CONCORD PIKE
WILMINGTON, DE 19803
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

3600 SILVERSIDE RD STE B 12.5 miles

3600 SILVERSIDE RD STE B
WILMINGTON, DE 19810
Categories: WILMINGTON DE

104 E CECIL AVE 13.3 miles

104 E CECIL AVE
NORTH EAST, MD 21901
Categories: NORTH EAST MD

1403 Foulk Rd Ste 103, 13.3 miles

1403 Foulk Rd Ste 103,
Wilmington, DE 19803
Categories: Wilmington DE

181 N Broadway, 14.3 miles

181 N Broadway,
Pennsville, NJ 8070
Categories: Pennsville NJ

9 CARROLL AVE 14.7 miles

9 CARROLL AVE
PENNSVILLE, NJ 8070
Categories: PENNSVILLE NJ

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD 14.7 miles

102 FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE RD
COCHRANVILLE, PA 19330
Categories: COCHRANVILLE PA

736 Baltimore Pike, Suite 9 16.5 miles

736 Baltimore Pike, Suite 9
Concordville, PA 19331
Categories: Concordville PA

244 W LINCOLN HWY 17.3 miles

244 W LINCOLN HWY
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
Categories: COATESVILLE PA

3301 E Lincoln Hwy, 17.8 miles

3301 E Lincoln Hwy,
Thorndale, PA 19372
Categories: Thorndale PA

510 E Gay Street 18.0 miles

510 E Gay Street
West Chester, PA 19382
Categories: West Chester PA

600 E Marshall St, 18.3 miles

600 E Marshall St,
West Chester, PA 19380
Categories: West Chester PA

606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105 18.4 miles

606 E MARSHALL ST STE 105
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
Categories: WEST CHESTER PA

99 MANOR AVE STE 2 18.9 miles

99 MANOR AVE STE 2
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
Categories: DOWNINGTOWN PA

201 REECEVILLE RD 18.9 miles

201 REECEVILLE RD
COATESVILLE, PA 19320
Categories: COATESVILLE PA

950 Octorara Trail 18.9 miles

950 Octorara Trail
Parkesburg, PA 19365
Categories: Parkesburg PA

308 E Lancaster Ave, 19.1 miles

308 E Lancaster Ave,
Downingtown, PA 19335
Categories: Downingtown PA

915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3 19.1 miles

915 OLD FERN HILL RD STE 3
WEST CHESTER, PA 19380
Categories: WEST CHESTER PA

150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140 19.1 miles

150 E PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 140
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
Categories: DOWNINGTOWN PA

124 SLEEPY HOLLOW DR STE 204 19.6 miles

124 SLEEPY HOLLOW DR STE 204
MIDDLETOWN, DE 19709
Categories: MIDDLETOWN DE

Ketley Professional Plaza - 11, Suite 202 20.0 miles

Ketley Professional Plaza - 11, Suite 202
Middletown, DE 19709
Categories: Middletown DE

1502 W Chester Pike, 20.1 miles

1502 W Chester Pike,
West Chester, PA 19382
Categories: West Chester PA

1235 Horseshoe Pike, 20.7 miles

1235 Horseshoe Pike,
Downingtown, PA 19335
Categories: Downingtown PA

1 E BEACON LIGHT LN 20.7 miles

1 E BEACON LIGHT LN
CHESTER, PA 19013
Categories: CHESTER PA

257 W UWCHLAN AVE STE 220 20.8 miles

257 W UWCHLAN AVE STE 220
DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335
Categories: DOWNINGTOWN PA

102 Schubert Dr 20.8 miles

102 Schubert Dr
Downingtown, PA 19335
Categories: Downingtown PA

1167A W Baltimore Pike, 21.1 miles

1167A W Baltimore Pike,
Media, PA 19063
Categories: Media PA

510 HERON DR STE 108 21.3 miles

510 HERON DR STE 108
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
Categories: SWEDESBORO NJ

510 HERON DR STE 114 21.3 miles

510 HERON DR STE 114
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
Categories: SWEDESBORO NJ

49 Rock Springs Rd 21.5 miles

49 Rock Springs Rd
Conowingo, MD 21918
Categories: Conowingo MD

183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente 21.7 miles

183 W Lincoln Highway - Unit 8, Whiteland Towne Shopping Cente
Exton, PA 19341
Categories: Exton PA

251 LEWIS LANE, STE 304 22.4 miles

251 LEWIS LANE, STE 304
HAVRE DE GRACE, MD 21078
Categories: HAVRE DE GRACE MD

5275 LINCOLN HWY 22.6 miles

5275 LINCOLN HWY
GAP, PA 17527
Categories: GAP PA

836 HOUSTON RUN DR STE 201 22.6 miles

836 HOUSTON RUN DR STE 201
GAP, PA 17527
Categories: GAP PA

625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE 22.7 miles

625 N POTTSTOWN PIKE
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N 22.8 miles

80 W WELSH POOL RD, STE 205 N
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102, 22.8 miles

80 W Welsh Pool Rd Ste 102,
Exton, PA 19341
Categories: Exton PA

80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005 22.8 miles

80 W WELSH POOL RD STE 2005
EXTON, PA 19341
Categories: EXTON PA

545 BECKETT RD STE 103 B 23.3 miles

545 BECKETT RD STE 103 B
SWEDESBORO, NJ 8085
Categories: SWEDESBORO NJ

309 Lancaster Avenue, 23.8 miles

309 Lancaster Avenue,
Frazer, PA 19355
Categories: Frazer PA

501 W MacDade Boulevard, 24.8 miles

501 W MacDade Boulevard,
Folsom, PA 19033
Categories: Folsom PA

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How to schedule a DOT drug test in White Castle, LA

To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in White Castle, LA call our local scheduling department at (800) 221-4291. You may also schedule your DOT drug test online utilizing our express scheduling registration system by selecting your test and completing the Donor Information/Registration Section. You must register for the test prior to proceeding to the testing center.

The zip code you enter will be used to determine the closest DOT drug or DOT alcohol testing center which performs the type of test you have selected. A donor pass/registration form with the local testing center address, hours of operation and instructions will be sent to the e-mail address you provided. Take this form with you or have it available on your smart phone to provide to the testing center. No appointment is necessary in most cases. However, you must complete the donor information section and pay for the test at the time of registration.

Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all test results are verified by our in-house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers (MRO).

In addition to providing DOT drug testing and DOT breath alcohol testing in White Castle, LA , Accredited Drug Testing also has additional testing centers throughout the metropolitan area and surrounding cities.

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What are the DOT drug testing requirements?

In 1991, the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act created the following DOT Agencies which established drug and alcohol testing regulations to ensure that aircraft, trains, trucks, and buses were operated in a safe and responsible manner. As an employer or individual operating in a "Safety Sensitive" position, it is important to understand how these regulations impact you.

49 CFR Part 40 (commonly known as part 40) explains:

  • How drug and alcohol testing is conducted
  • Who is authorized to participate in the drug and alcohol testing program
  • What employees must do before they may return to duty after a drug and/or alcohol violation

Each DOT Agency and the USCG have specific regulations that cover:

  • The agency's prohibitions on drug and alcohol use
  • Who is subject to comply with these regulations
  • What type of testing is required
  • When testing is required
  • Consequences of non-compliance

FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) amended its rule that would establish requirements for commercial driver's license employers and individuals with regards to the drug and alcohol clearing house which will take affect on January 6, 2020.

The FMCSA Clearinghouse is a secure online database that will allow employers, the FMCSA, State Driver Licensing Agencies, State Law Enforcement and individual CDL operators to access real time important information about a CDL Driver's drug and alcohol program violations and the ultimate goal of this database is to enhance safety on our Nation's public roadways.

For specific requirements, click the appropriate agency listed below in which you or your company is regulated by. Ask about our DOT Complete Compliance Package!

The Opioid Overdose Crisis

Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids,including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.

  • Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
  • Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
  • An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
  • About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
  • Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
  • The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
  • Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.

In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)

DOT Compliance Checklist in White Castle, LA

DOT 49 CFR Part 40 Requirements for Safety Sensitive Employees.
(FMCSA-FAA-USCG-FRA-PHMSA-FTA)

  • Pre-Employment Tests
  • Correct Federal Custody & Control Form (CCF)
  • Substance Abuse Professional Process
  • Regulations on File
  • Random Pool Testing
  • *Supervisor Training
  • *Written Policy
  • Post-Accident Testing Situations
  • Previous Employers Checks
  • Employee Education
  • Record Keeping
  • Removal of covered Employee
  • Designated Employer Representative

* In addition, any company which employs 2 or more covered employees must have a written drug and alcohol policy and all supervisors must complete the DOT Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training. (Click here to learn more about our online training programs)

If a DOT covered employee or company does not have a copy of the original pre-employment drug test with a negative result, then a new DOT pre-employment drug test must be conducted, and the result maintained on file.

The department of transportation (DOT) requires that all DOT regulated "safety sensitive" employees have on file a negative DOT pre-employment drug test result and be a member of a DOT approved random selection consortium. In addition, if a DOT regulated company has more than one "safety sensitive" employee, the employer must also have a written DOT drug and alcohol policy and an on-site supervisor must have completed supervisor training for reasonable suspicion of illegal drug use or impairment.

To be compliant with DOT regulations, a company's DOT drug and alcohol testing program must have the following components. Failing to comply can result in significant fines and penalties.

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What is a DOT Drug Test in White Castle, LA ?

On January 1, 2018 the Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a new rule which altered the DOT 5 panel urine test. Employers and individuals should be aware that the current DOT drug test is still a urine drug test, collected by qualified collectors, analyzed at a SAMHSA certified laboratory and reviewed by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Below you will find a list of the drugs that are screened for in the DOT 5 panel urine drug test:

  • Marijuana (THC)
  • Cocaine
  • Amphetamines
  • Opioids**
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • ** Special note: Opioids' was previously called Opiates' and all DOT drug tests will continue to include confirmation testing for Codeine, Morphine, and 6-AM (heroin) when necessary.

    In the January rule change, the Department of Transportation (DOT) also added initial screening and confirmation testing for the semi-synthetic opioids Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone, Oxycodone, and Oxymorphone to this Opioids group

    When is a DOT drug test required in White Castle, LA ?

    All safety sensitive employees regardless of DOT agency are required for the following drug testing and/or alcohol testing based on each situation:

    • Pre-employment
    • Random
    • Reasonable suspicion
    • Return to Duty
    • Post-Accident
    • Follow Up

What is DOT pre employment testing in White Castle, LA ?

As a new hire or a current employee transferring from a non-safety sensitive function into a safety sensitive function (even with the same employer), you are required to submit to a DOT pre employment drug test.

Some employers may, but are not required to, conduct pre employment alcohol testing. Only after your employer receives a negative pre employment DOT drug test result (and negative alcohol test result - if administered) may you begin performing in a safety-sensitive capacity.

What is random DOT Drug Testing in White Castle, LA ?

All safety sensitive employees are subject to unannounced random drug & alcohol testing. Alcohol testing is administered just prior to, during or just after performing safety-sensitive functions. Depending on the industry specific regulations, you may only be subject to random drug testing.

Listed below are the current (2019) DOT random testing rates for each DOT agency.

The following chart outlines the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates established within DOT Agencies and the USCG for 2019.
DOT Agency 2019 Random Drug Testing Rate 2019 Random Alcohol Testing Rate
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
[FMCSA]
25% 10%
Federal Aviation Administration
[FAA]
25% 10%
Federal Railroad Administration
[FRA]
25% - Covered Service
50% - Maintenance of Way *
10% - Covered Service
25% - Maintenance of Way *
Federal Transit Administration
[FTA]
50% 10%
United States Coast Guard
[USCG]
(with the Dept. of Homeland Security)
50% N/A
The following chart outlines the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates established within DOT Agencies and the USCG for 2019.
DOT Agency
2019 Random Drug Testing Rate
2019 Random Alcohol Testing Rate
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration [FMCSA]
25%
10%
Federal Aviation Administration [FAA]
25%
10%
Federal Railroad Administration [FRA]
25% - Covered Service / 50% - Maintenance of Way *
10% - Covered Service / 25% - Maintenance of Way *
Federal Transit Administration [FTA]
50%
10%
United States Coast Guard [USCG]
(with the Dept. of Homeland Security)
50%
N/A

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What is reasonable suspicion DOT drug testing in White Castle, LA ?

Safety sensitive individuals and employees are required to submit to any test (whether it is a drug test, alcohol test or both) that a supervisor requests based on reasonable suspicion. Reasonable suspicion means that one or more trained supervisors reasonably believes or suspects that you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Supervisors cannot require testing based on a hunch or guess alone; their suspicion must be based on observations concerning your appearance, behavior, speech and smell that are usually associated with drug or alcohol use

What is return to duty DOT Drug Testing in White Castle, LA ?

If you have violated the prohibited drug & alcohol testing rules, you are required to take a return to duty drug and/or alcohol test before being allowed to return to a safety-sensitive function for any DOT regulated employer. You may also be subject to unannounced follow-up testing for at least 6 times in the first 12 months following your return to active safety-sensitive service.

Return-to-duty tests must be conducted under direct observation.

What is DOT post accident drug testing White Castle, LA ?

If you are involved in an event (accident, crash, etc.) meeting certain criteria of the DOT agency, a post-accident drug test will be required. In most cases you will then have to take a drug and alcohol test if you are involved in a qualifying crash. Each DOT agency may have specific rules with regards to what is a post-accident test, for example, the FRA requires a blood specimen for drug testing and an alcohol test.

If you are involved in a qualifying accident, you are required to remain available for this testing and are not permitted to refuse testing.

Remember: Safety-sensitive employees are obligated by law to submit to and cooperate in drug & alcohol testing mandated by DOT regulations.

What is DOT follow up drug testing White Castle, LA ?

DOT follow up testing occurs when an individual has violated the drug and alcohol testing rules. The amount of follow-up testing you receive is determined by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and may continue for up to 5 years. This means the SAP will determine how many times you will be tested (at least 6 times in the first year), for how long, and for what substance (i.e. drugs, alcohol, or both). Your employer is responsible for ensuring that follow-up testing is conducted and completed. Follow up testing is in addition to all other DOT required testing and all follow-up tests will be observed. For more information on the SAP process or to locate a Substance Abuse Professional in White Castle, LA simply call us at (800)221-4291

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Understanding DOT Drug Testing

DOT drug testing is a regulatory requirement enforced by the United States Department of Transportation to ensure that operators and safety-sensitive personnel in the transportation industry are compliant with federal drug-free workplace laws. This testing applies to millions of transportation professionals across various sectors, including aviation, trucking, railways, public transit, and pipelines.

Regulated Entities and Individuals

  • Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers: Includes anyone operating commercial vehicles that require a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
  • Aviation Professionals: Applies to pilots, air traffic controllers, flight attendants, and aircraft maintenance personnel.
  • Railroad Operators: Covers those who operate trains, prepare vehicles for service, and dispatch operations on the railway.
  • Public Transit Workers: Encompasses bus drivers, mechanics, and any staff responsible for the safety of public transport operations.
  • Pipeline Operators: Includes individuals involved in the operation and maintenance of pipeline facilities.

What Substances Are Tested?

The DOT drug testing program focuses on several major classes of drugs:

  1. Amphetamines and Methamphetamines
  2. Opiates, including heroin, codeine, and morphine
  3. Cocaine
  4. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), found in marijuana
  5. Phencyclidine (PCP)

Procedure of DOT Drug Testing

The testing process is standardized to prevent tampering and ensure consistent results:

  • Sample Collection: Urine samples are collected under strict conditions to ensure that they are not tampered with or substituted.
  • Screening Tests: Initial screenings are conducted using immunoassay techniques. If a test is positive, further confirmation is required.
  • Confirmation Tests: Confirmatory testing using more precise methods like Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) confirms the presence of specific drugs.
  • Review Process: An MRO reviews confirmed positive results to determine if there is a legitimate medical explanation before reporting the result to the employer.

Implications of Non-Compliance

Non-compliance with DOT drug testing regulations can lead to significant consequences:

  • Removal from Safety-Sensitive Duties: Employees testing positive are immediately removed from their safety-sensitive duties.
  • Rehabilitation and Return-to-Duty Testing: Before returning to duty, employees must undergo an evaluation by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), complete any prescribed treatment, and have negative results on follow-up tests.
  • Employment Consequences: Additional consequences may include job suspension, termination, or other disciplinary actions based on the employer’s policies.

DOT drug testing serves as a critical safeguard in the transportation industry, promoting a safe and responsible work environment while ensuring public safety and compliance with federal regulations.

Local Area Info: White Castle, Louisiana

The town of White Castle was carved out of the George Wailes plantation "White Castle". The 1883 Charles H. Dickinson Survey of several parishes of Louisiana shows the White Castle Plantation property. Nearby is the antebellum mansion Nottoway Plantation.

White Castle was established as a town in the 1880s with the influx of people and business brought by the logging industry in the cypress swamps of the area. When the cypress wood was depleted, the main economic activity reverted to the sugar cane industry which had been established in the latter part of the 18th century.

Individual plantation sugar mills gave way to larger mills servicing many plantations. By 1970, White Castle had three major sugar mills, Cora-Texas, Cedar Grove, and Catherine/Supples. Only one, Cora-Texas located just south of White Castle on LA 1, is still in operation. Antebellum plantation homes in the area are Nottoway, Tally-ho,among others.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,766 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: -9.2%

Median Age: 32.1 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in White Castle: 80.5 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 34.5%

Land Area: 0.75 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 70788

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $27,836 (it was $19,435 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $14,880 (it was $12,246 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $95,438 (it was $48,500 in 2000) White Castle:$95,438LA:$162,500

Races:
      Black alone - 1,593 - 84.6%
      White alone - 251 - 13.3%
      Hispanic - 25 - 1.3%
      Two or more races - 11 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 2 - 0.1%
      Asian alone - 1 - 0.05%

During the 1950s, the chemical industry entered the area, congregating around the Mississippi River between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. This industry brought economic growth which took White Castle into the 1980s. Companies establishing chemical plants in the area near White Castle were Dow Chemical north of Plaquemine, Georgia-Gulf and Hercules north of White Castle, and Ciba-Geigy on the east bank of the Mississippi.

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