Hammond, IN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 76,618 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -7.7%

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $823.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Hammond: 94.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (15.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 31.8% for Black residents, 20.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 30.0% for American Indian residents, 47.6% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 24.3% for other race residents, 34.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Indiana and other state lists, there were 139 registered sex offenders living in Hammond, Indiana as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Hammond is 555 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is near the s

Elevation: 585 feet

Zip Codes: 46323, 46324, 46327, 46394

Races:
      Hispanic - 30,622 - 40.0%
      White alone - 27,874 - 36.4%
      Black alone - 15,269 - 19.9%
      Asian alone - 1,492 - 1.9%
      Two or more races - 1,296 - 1.7%
      American Indian alone - 74 - 0.10%

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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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Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Hammond, IN

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Hammond, IN and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

1010 165TH ST 0.9 miles

1010 165TH ST
HAMMOND, IN 46324
Categories: HAMMOND IN

6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A 0.9 miles

6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

6624 MONROE AVE 0.9 miles

6624 MONROE AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46324
Categories: HAMMOND IN

7905 CALUMET AVE 1.0 miles

7905 CALUMET AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Categories: MUNSTER IN

8135 S Calumet Ave 1.3 miles

8135 S Calumet Ave
Munster, IN 46321
Categories: Munster IN

2450 169TH ST 1.6 miles

2450 169TH ST
HAMMOND, IN 46323
Categories: HAMMOND IN

813 SIBLEY ST 2.2 miles

813 SIBLEY ST
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204 2.2 miles

8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Categories: MUNSTER IN

5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D 2.4 miles

5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D
Hammond, IN 46320
Categories: Hammond IN

2741 RIDGE RD 2.9 miles

2741 RIDGE RD
LANSING, IL 60438
Categories: LANSING IL

2741 RIDGE RD FL 2 2.9 miles

2741 RIDGE RD FL 2
LANSING, IL 60438
Categories: LANSING IL

17665 Torrence Ave, 3.1 miles

17665 Torrence Ave,
Lansing, IL 60438
Categories: Lansing IL

1595 VALENCIA CT 3.3 miles

1595 VALENCIA CT
CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
Categories: CALUMET CITY IL

7501 W 15TH AVE 3.7 miles

7501 W 15TH AVE
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

3145 45TH ST STE F 4.0 miles

3145 45TH ST STE F
HIGHLAND, IN 46322
Categories: HIGHLAND IN

4020 S CALUMET AVE 4.0 miles

4020 S CALUMET AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46320
Categories: HAMMOND IN

1573 N CLINE AVE 4.2 miles

1573 N CLINE AVE
GRIFFITH, IN 46319
Categories: GRIFFITH IN

3831 S HOHMAN AVE 4.3 miles

3831 S HOHMAN AVE
HAMMOND, IN 46327
Categories: HAMMOND IN

4321 FIR ST STE 313 4.5 miles

4321 FIR ST STE 313
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
Categories: EAST CHICAGO IN

16246 PRINCE DR 4.6 miles

16246 PRINCE DR
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
Categories: SOUTH HOLLAND IL

5404 W 25TH AVE STE107 4.9 miles

5404 W 25TH AVE STE107
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

4519 W 5TH AVE 5.7 miles

4519 W 5TH AVE
GARY, IN 46406
Categories: GARY IN

1500 US HIGHWAY 41 6.3 miles

1500 US HIGHWAY 41
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
Categories: SCHERERVILLE IN

24 JOLIET ST 6.3 miles

24 JOLIET ST
DYER, IN 46311
Categories: DYER IN

1217 US HIGHWAY 41 7.9 miles

1217 US HIGHWAY 41
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
Categories: SCHERERVILLE IN

15600 HONORE AVE 8.5 miles

15600 HONORE AVE
HARVEY, IL 60426
Categories: HARVEY IL

18665 DIXIE HWY 8.8 miles

18665 DIXIE HWY
HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
Categories: HOMEWOOD IL

30 E 15TH ST STE 100 9.0 miles

30 E 15TH ST STE 100
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
Categories: CHICAGO HEIGHTS IL

1423 CHICAGO RD 9.0 miles

1423 CHICAGO RD
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
Categories: CHICAGO HEIGHTS IL

12942 S CARPENTER ST 9.2 miles

12942 S CARPENTER ST
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
Categories: CALUMET PARK IL

12647 S JUSTINE ST 9.9 miles

12647 S JUSTINE ST
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
Categories: CALUMET PARK IL

900 E 103RD ST 10.1 miles

900 E 103RD ST
CHICAGO, IL 60628
Categories: CHICAGO IL

16501 KEDZIE AVE 10.1 miles

16501 KEDZIE AVE
MARKHAM, IL 60428
Categories: MARKHAM IL

19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101 10.5 miles

19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101
Flossmoor, IL 60422
Categories: Flossmoor IL

2310 York St Ste 4A 10.5 miles

2310 York St Ste 4A
Blue Island, IL 60406
Categories: Blue Island IL

19550 GOVERNORS HWY 10.7 miles

19550 GOVERNORS HWY
FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422
Categories: FLOSSMOOR IL

3301 N Ashland 11.0 miles

3301 N Ashland
Chicago, IL 60657
Categories: Chicago IL

8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 11.6 miles

8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106,
Chicago, IL 60619
Categories: Chicago IL

751 E 81ST PL 11.8 miles

751 E 81ST PL
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Categories: MERRILLVILLE IN

10242 S VINCENNES AVE 11.8 miles

10242 S VINCENNES AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60643
Categories: CHICAGO IL

1734 W 105TH ST 11.9 miles

1734 W 105TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60643
Categories: CHICAGO IL

387 EAST 84TH DR 12.0 miles

387 EAST 84TH DR
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Categories: MERRILLVILLE IN

9001 Broadway, 12.3 miles

9001 Broadway,
Merrillville, IN 46410
Categories: Merrillville IN

4800 W 129TH ST 13.0 miles

4800 W 129TH ST
ALSIP, IL 60803
Categories: ALSIP IL

1974 E 73RD ST 13.0 miles

1974 E 73RD ST
CHICAGO, IL 60649
Categories: CHICAGO IL

4742 CAL SAG RD 13.1 miles

4742 CAL SAG RD
CRESTWOOD, IL 60445
Categories: CRESTWOOD IL

1354 S LAKE PARK AVE 13.3 miles

1354 S LAKE PARK AVE
HOBART, IN 46342
Categories: HOBART IN

1438 RIPLEY ST 13.4 miles

1438 RIPLEY ST
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
Categories: LAKE STATION IN

2490 CENTRAL AVE 13.5 miles

2490 CENTRAL AVE
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
Categories: LAKE STATION IN

3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 14.2 miles

3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
Categories: EVERGREEN PARK IL

10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 14.6 miles

10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310,
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Categories: Oak Lawn IL

6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH 15.0 miles

6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110 15.1 miles

16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

17148 HARLEM AVE 15.2 miles

17148 HARLEM AVE
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

5841 S MARYLAND AVE 15.2 miles

5841 S MARYLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Categories: CHICAGO IL

5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 15.3 miles

5533 W 109TH ST STE 103
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Categories: OAK LAWN IL

3170 WILLOWCREEK RD 16.5 miles

3170 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

5660 W 95TH ST 16.5 miles

5660 W 95TH ST
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
Categories: OAK LAWN IL

5709 S. Loomis Blvd 16.5 miles

5709 S. Loomis Blvd
Chicago, IL 60636
Categories: Chicago IL

3325 WILLOWCREEK RD 16.5 miles

3325 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

3630 WILLOWCREEK RD 16.6 miles

3630 WILLOWCREEK RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

650 W 51ST ST 16.8 miles

650 W 51ST ST
CHICAGO, IL 60609
Categories: CHICAGO IL

25711 S Egyptian Trail 16.9 miles

25711 S Egyptian Trail
Monee, IL 60449
Categories: Monee IL

7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 17.3 miles

7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W
Palos Heights, IL 60463
Categories: Palos Heights IL

3545 Arbors Blvd, 17.3 miles

3545 Arbors Blvd,
Portage, IN 46368
Categories: Portage IN

12255 S 80TH AVE 17.3 miles

12255 S 80TH AVE
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
Categories: PALOS HEIGHTS IL

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ORLAND PARK, IL 60462
Categories: ORLAND PARK IL

3391 AIRPORT RD 17.5 miles

3391 AIRPORT RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

6615 S BOUNDARY RD 17.7 miles

6615 S BOUNDARY RD
PORTAGE, IN 46368
Categories: PORTAGE IN

18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110 18.2 miles

18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110
TINLEY PARK, IL 60487
Categories: TINLEY PARK IL

9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1 18.2 miles

9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
Categories: CROWN POINT IN

9570 W 159TH ST STE A 18.3 miles

9570 W 159TH ST STE A
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
Categories: ORLAND PARK IL

14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100, 18.3 miles

14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100,
Orland Park, IL 60462
Categories: Orland Park IL

5015 W 65TH ST 18.4 miles

5015 W 65TH ST
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
Categories: BEDFORD PARK IL

5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 18.5 miles

5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3
CHICAGO, IL 60629
Categories: CHICAGO IL

19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111 18.5 miles

19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111
MOKENA, IL 60448
Categories: MOKENA IL

8755 S HARLEM AVE 18.5 miles

8755 S HARLEM AVE
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
Categories: BRIDGEVIEW IL

2929 S ELLIS AVE 18.8 miles

2929 S ELLIS AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

4940 S CICERO AVE 19.0 miles

4940 S CICERO AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60638
Categories: CHICAGO IL

21035 S LA GRANGE RD 19.1 miles

21035 S LA GRANGE RD
FRANKFORT, IL 60423
Categories: FRANKFORT IL

2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 19.2 miles

2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

3201 S WALLACE ST 19.2 miles

3201 S WALLACE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2600 S Michigan Ave 19.2 miles

2600 S Michigan Ave
CHICAGO, IL 60616
Categories: CHICAGO IL

3316 S ASHLAND AVE 19.3 miles

3316 S ASHLAND AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Categories: CHICAGO IL

REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 19.4 miles

REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478
CHICAGO, IL 60678
Categories: CHICAGO IL

75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 19.4 miles

75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660
CHICAGO, IL 60675
Categories: CHICAGO IL

3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 19.5 miles

3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110
CHICAGO, IL 60608
Categories: CHICAGO IL

12800 MISSISSIPPI PKWY STE A204 19.6 miles

12800 MISSISSIPPI PKWY STE A204
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
Categories: CROWN POINT IN

10737 W. 165TH STREET 19.7 miles

10737 W. 165TH STREET
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
Categories: ORLAND PARK IL

6500 W 65TH ST 19.7 miles

6500 W 65TH ST
CHICAGO, IL 60638
Categories: CHICAGO IL

2361 Reliable Parkway 20.0 miles

2361 Reliable Parkway
Chicago, IL 60686
Categories: Chicago IL

2393 Reliable Parkway 20.0 miles

2393 Reliable Parkway
Chicago, IL 60686
Categories: Chicago IL

PO BOX 63 20.5 miles

PO BOX 63
MOKENA, IL 60448
Categories: MOKENA IL

811 S STATE ST STE B 21.0 miles

811 S STATE ST STE B
CHICAGO, IL 60605
Categories: CHICAGO IL

300 W ADAMS ST STE 835 21.6 miles

300 W ADAMS ST STE 835
CHICAGO, IL 60606
Categories: CHICAGO IL

55 E WASHINGTON ST STE 2500 21.7 miles

55 E WASHINGTON ST STE 2500
CHICAGO, IL 60602
Categories: CHICAGO IL

600 W ADAMS ST 21.7 miles

600 W ADAMS ST
CHICAGO, IL 60661
Categories: CHICAGO IL

111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1514, 21.7 miles

111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1514,
Chicago, IL 60602
Categories: Chicago IL

300 E RANDOLPH ST CL404 21.8 miles

300 E RANDOLPH ST CL404
CHICAGO, IL 60601
Categories: CHICAGO IL

614 W MONROE ST 21.8 miles

614 W MONROE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60661
Categories: CHICAGO IL

36 W RANDOLPH ST STE 705 21.9 miles

36 W RANDOLPH ST STE 705
CHICAGO, IL 60601
Categories: CHICAGO IL

676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 900 22.1 miles

676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 900
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Categories: CHICAGO IL

9532 EAGLE WAY 22.3 miles

9532 EAGLE WAY
CHICAGO, IL 60678
Categories: CHICAGO IL

233 E ERIE ST STE 602 22.4 miles

233 E ERIE ST STE 602
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Categories: CHICAGO IL

250 E MAPLE ST 22.4 miles

250 E MAPLE ST
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
Categories: NEW LENOX IL

1230 W LAKE ST 22.4 miles

1230 W LAKE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60607
Categories: CHICAGO IL

311 N ABERDEEN ST STE 100B 22.5 miles

311 N ABERDEEN ST STE 100B
CHICAGO, IL 60607
Categories: CHICAGO IL

835 S WOLCOTT AVE STE E144 22.7 miles

835 S WOLCOTT AVE STE E144
CHICAGO, IL 60612
Categories: CHICAGO IL

219 W CHICAGO AVE 22.7 miles

219 W CHICAGO AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60654
Categories: CHICAGO IL

5601 W CERMAK RD 23.0 miles

5601 W CERMAK RD
CICERO, IL 60804
Categories: CICERO IL

1030 W CHICAGO AVE 23.0 miles

1030 W CHICAGO AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60642
Categories: CHICAGO IL

6170 JOLIET RD 23.4 miles

6170 JOLIET RD
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
Categories: COUNTRYSIDE IL

85 E US HIGHWAY 6 23.4 miles

85 E US HIGHWAY 6
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Categories: VALPARAISO IN

611 DIVISION ST 23.7 miles

611 DIVISION ST
PEOTONE, IL 60468
Categories: PEOTONE IL

1460 N Halsted St Ste 201, 23.7 miles

1460 N Halsted St Ste 201,
Chicago, IL 60642
Categories: Chicago IL

6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6 23.8 miles

6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6
LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS, IL 60525
Categories: LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS IL

650 DICKINSON RD 23.9 miles

650 DICKINSON RD
CHESTERTON, IN 46304
Categories: CHESTERTON IN

621 E LINCOLN HWY 23.9 miles

621 E LINCOLN HWY
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
Categories: NEW LENOX IL

401 Wall St, Suite I 23.9 miles

401 Wall St, Suite I
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Categories: Valparaiso IN

14330 S WILL COOK RD 23.9 miles

14330 S WILL COOK RD
HOMER GLEN, IL 60491
Categories: HOMER GLEN IL

1044 N FRANCISCO AVE 24.2 miles

1044 N FRANCISCO AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60622
Categories: CHICAGO IL

1910 CALUMET AVE 24.2 miles

1910 CALUMET AVE
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Categories: VALPARAISO IN

1520 N DAMEN AVE 24.3 miles

1520 N DAMEN AVE
CHICAGO, IL 60622
Categories: CHICAGO IL

1431 N Western Ave Ste 137, 24.4 miles

1431 N Western Ave Ste 137,
Chicago, IL 60622
Categories: Chicago IL

1900 ROOSEVELT RD 24.4 miles

1900 ROOSEVELT RD
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Categories: VALPARAISO IN

809 LAPORTE AVE 24.6 miles

809 LAPORTE AVE
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Categories: VALPARAISO IN

7222 W CERMAK RD 24.6 miles

7222 W CERMAK RD
NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546
Categories: NORTH RIVERSIDE IL

ONSITE ONLY 24.7 miles

ONSITE ONLY
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
Categories: WILLOWBROOK IL

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD 24.9 miles

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
Categories: LA GRANGE IL

Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Hammond, IN testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.

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Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.



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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available

Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.


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Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.

The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.


Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.

The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.

A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.

In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.

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US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

Additional DOT services include:

  • -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
  • -DOT Supervisor Training
  • -MVR Reports
  • -DOT Drug Policy Development
  • -DOT Physicals
  • -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing

Our Hammond, IN testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.

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)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Hammond, IN drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.


Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Hammond, IN testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.

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Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Hammond, IN and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.


On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.

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Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.

Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.


DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.

DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.

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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

Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.

Types of Tests Conducted

  • Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
  • Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
  • Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
  • Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

  1. Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
  2. Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
  3. Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.

Local Area Info: Hammond, Indiana

Hammond is a city in Lake County, Indiana, United States. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. First settled in the mid-19th century, it is one of the oldest cities of northern Lake County. As of the 2010 United States census, it is also the largest in population: the 2010 population was 80,830, replacing Gary as the most populous city in Lake County. From north to south, Hammond runs from Lake Michigan down to the Little Calumet River; from east to west along its southern border, it runs from the Illinois state line to Cline Avenue. The city is traversed by numerous railroads and expressways, including the South Shore Line, Borman Expressway, and Indiana Toll Road.

Notable local landmarks include the parkland around Wolf Lake and the Horseshoe Hammond riverboat casino. Part of the Rust Belt, Hammond has been industrial almost from its inception, but is also home to a Purdue University campus and numerous historic districts that showcase the residential and commercial architecture of the early 20th century.

The city's elevation above sea level ranges from 577 feet (176 m) to 610 feet (186m). The city sits within the boundaries of the former Lake Chicago, and much of its land area consists of former dune and swale terrain that was subsequently leveled. Most of the city is on sandy soil with a layer of black topsoil that varies from non-existent to several feet (a meter or more) thick. Much of the exposed sand was removed for purposes such as industrial use to make concrete and glass. According to the 2010 census, Hammond has a total area of 24.886 square miles (64.45 km2), of which 22.78 square miles (59.00 km2) (or 91.54%) is land and 2.106 square miles (5.45 km2) (or 8.46%) is water.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 76,618 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -7.7%

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $823.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Hammond: 94.6 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (15.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 31.8% for Black residents, 20.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 30.0% for American Indian residents, 47.6% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 24.3% for other race residents, 34.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Indiana and other state lists, there were 139 registered sex offenders living in Hammond, Indiana as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Hammond is 555 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is near the s

Elevation: 585 feet

Zip Codes: 46323, 46324, 46327, 46394

Races:
      Hispanic - 30,622 - 40.0%
      White alone - 27,874 - 36.4%
      Black alone - 15,269 - 19.9%
      Asian alone - 1,492 - 1.9%
      Two or more races - 1,296 - 1.7%
      American Indian alone - 74 - 0.10%

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