Altavista, VA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 3,422 (97% urban, 3% rural). >Population change since 2000: -0.1%

Population (male): 1,598

Population (female): 1,824

Median Age: 40.4 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $683.

Poverty (breakdown): (22.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 15.0% for Black residents, 19.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 65.0% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Virginia and other state lists, there were 15 registered sex offenders living in Altavista, Virginia as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Altavista is 235 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (30.8%), English (5.8%), German (5.5%), Irish (4.7%), European (2.9%), Jamaican (1.8%).

Elevation: 596 feet

Land Area: 4.89 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $48,763 (it was $31,818 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $28,106 (it was $17,997 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $171,911 (it was $74,700 in 2000) Altavista:$171,911VA:$273,400

Races:
      White alone - 2,399 - 69.5%
      Black alone - 887 - 25.7%
      Two or more races - 78 - 2.3%
      Hispanic - 57 - 1.7%
      Asian alone - 18 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 6 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.1%

The current mayor of Altavista is Mike Mattox, a former teacher and local businessman.

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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)

Altavista, Virginia Drug Testing

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Altavista, Virginia Drug and Alcohol Testing

Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) offers Altavista drug testing, Altavista alcohol testing and Altavista DNA testing at many locations in the Altavista, VA area for employers and individuals in need of a drug, alcohol or DNA test. In addition, most Altavista Drug Testing locations are within minutes of your home or office. Testing locations are open for DOT and NON-DOT drug and alcohol testing.

Testing locations do not accept payment and require a test registration/donor pass to conduct a drug, alcohol or DNA test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register or online for the test. No appointment is needed, but a test registration is required.

Altavista Drug Testing locations

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.

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Drug Testing Collection Locations: An Overview

Drug testing collection locations are essential facilities where individuals provide biological samples for drug screening purposes. These locations serve diverse sectors including corporate entities, sports organizations, and legal agencies, ensuring adherence to drug-free policies. Understanding the setup, function, and critical aspects of these locations can help consumers and businesses effectively navigate the drug testing process.

Variety of Collection Locations

  • Clinical Laboratories: These facilities are equipped with the necessary tools and technology to handle various types of drug tests, including urine, blood, hair, and saliva testing.
  • Workplace On-site Testing: Some businesses opt for on-site testing services, which provide convenience and ensure high participation rates by minimizing the need for employees to travel to external sites.
  • Mobile Testing Units: Mobile units can be deployed to various locations, making them ideal for remote sites or large-scale employment screening events.
  • Third-party Collection Sites: Independent collection sites that handle the drug testing process on behalf of multiple organizations, ensuring impartiality and confidentiality.

Key Functions of Collection Locations

Collection locations are pivotal in the drug testing process, providing structured and secure environments for sample collection. They perform several critical functions:

  1. Standardized Collection Procedures: Ensuring all samples are collected under consistent, controlled conditions that meet industry standards and legal requirements.
  2. Prevention of Sample Tampering: Utilizing security measures and observation techniques to prevent tampering or contamination of samples.
  3. Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of the collection process, including chain of custody documentation to ensure the integrity and traceability of each sample.

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Collection Location

Choosing the right drug testing collection location is crucial for accuracy and reliability. Factors to consider include:

  • Accreditation: Look for facilities that are accredited by reputable organizations, ensuring they follow standardized protocols and deliver reliable results.
  • Location Accessibility: Proximity to your workplace or home can reduce disruption and ensure timely testing.
  • Privacy Measures: A good facility should uphold a high standard of privacy and confidentiality during the collection process.

Drug testing collection locations are fundamental in facilitating the effective implementation of drug testing protocols across various contexts. They provide the necessary infrastructure and professional oversight required to ensure the legitimacy and legality of the drug testing process.

10102 LEESVILLE RD 9.2 miles

10102 LEESVILLE RD
LYNCH STATION, VA 24571
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291 McBride Lane 12.2 miles

291 McBride Lane
GRETNA, VA 24557
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1372 W GRETNA RD 12.3 miles

1372 W GRETNA RD
GRETNA, VA 24557
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22634 TIMBERLAKE RD 14.2 miles

22634 TIMBERLAKE RD
LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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21556 TIMBERLAKE RD STE D 15.1 miles

21556 TIMBERLAKE RD STE D
LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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7724 TIMBERLAKE RD 17.1 miles

7724 TIMBERLAKE RD
LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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102 ARCHWAY CT 17.5 miles

102 ARCHWAY CT
LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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21054A TIMBERLAKE RD 18.4 miles

21054A TIMBERLAKE RD
LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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1007 SHEFFIELD DR 18.7 miles

1007 SHEFFIELD DR
LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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2832 CANDLERS MOUNTAIN RD 18.7 miles

2832 CANDLERS MOUNTAIN RD
LYNCHBURG, VA 24502
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330 MAIN ST 19.5 miles

330 MAIN ST
BROOKNEAL, VA 24528
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171 W MAIN ST 20.3 miles

171 W MAIN ST
BEDFORD, VA 24523
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2600 MEMORIAL AVE STE 202 21.0 miles

2600 MEMORIAL AVE STE 202
LYNCHBURG, VA 24501
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2818 LINKHORNE DR 21.5 miles

2818 LINKHORNE DR
LYNCHBURG, VA 24503
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1905 ATHERHOLT RD 21.9 miles

1905 ATHERHOLT RD
LYNCHBURG, VA 24501
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1901 TATE SPRINGS RD 22.1 miles

1901 TATE SPRINGS RD
LYNCHBURG, VA 24501
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1900 TATE SPRINGS RD STE 9 22.2 miles

1900 TATE SPRINGS RD STE 9
LYNCHBURG, VA 24501
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For additional testing center locations in the State of Virginia, please call (800) 221-4291

With our talented team of drug testing technicians, 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 Altavista drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Altavista drug testing and Altavista alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.

Our service of Altavista drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing is designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Altavista drug testing needs.

Altavista Drug Testing Services

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The ADT Altavista drug testing centers provides 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 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 particular Altavista drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Altavista Accredited Drug Testing centers. Our Virginia drug testing centers are located throughout the state and our ADT staff members are committed to providing affordable, convenient and confidential drug, alcohol and DNA testing services.

Local Altavista Information

Local Area Info: Altavista, Virginia

The town of Altavista was created in 1905 during the construction of the east-west Tidewater Railway between Giles County (on the border with West Virginia) and Sewell's Point in what was at the time Norfolk County. Planned by Campbell County native William Nelson Page and financier and industrialist Henry Huttleston Rogers, the Tidewater Railway was combined with the Deepwater Railway in West Virginia to form the new Virginian Railway in 1907. Although it was a common carrier and offered limited passenger service until 1956, the main purpose of the Virginian Railway was to haul bituminous coal from the mountains to coal piers on the ice-free harbor of Hampton Roads.

Lane Brothers Construction Company was the contractor for constructing 32 miles (51 km) of the Tidewater Railway, including its crossing of the existing north-south Southern Railway in Campbell County. Three Lane brothers purchased 2,000 acres (8.1 km2) of land near the point where the railroads would intersect, and had civil engineers lay out a new town with streets and lots, complete with water, sewer, telephone service, and electric lines. Settlement was encouraged by the awarding of free lots. Named for the Lane family farm in Albemarle County, the new town of Altavista was incorporated in 1912.

The former Virginian Railway became part of the Norfolk and Western Railway in 1959, and it and the Southern Railway were combined in the early 1980s to form the current Norfolk Southern Railway. Now operated by the same company, both railroad lines are still very active in the Altavista area.

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Altavista 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 Virginia, 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.
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States Which Provide Workers Compensation Discounts for Drug Free Workplace Programs

Alabama 5% Arkansas 5% Virginia 5%
Kentucky 5% Misissippi 5% Ohio 5%
Tennessee 5% Virginia 5% Washington 5%

In addition to the States listed above, New York, Idaho, Hawaii and many other States also offer Workers Compensation Insurance discounts for employers who qualify as a drug free workplace. Discounts are based on individual program requirements and have no fixed rate.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc will work with your insurance agent to insure 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.

Altavista 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 Virginia Drug Free Workplace program for our clients. Simply speak with an ADT drug testing representative and tell them you are interested in our Altavista 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 Altavista 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).

Altavista Alcohol Testing

In addition to offering Altavista drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.

Altavista 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 in Altavista

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 Altavista drug testing, Altavista alcohol testing and Altavista 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 Altavista, VA 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

Show Regional Data

Population (total): Population in 2017: 3,422 (97% urban, 3% rural). >Population change since 2000: -0.1%

Population (male): 1,598

Population (female): 1,824

Median Age: 40.4 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $683.

Poverty (breakdown): (22.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 15.0% for Black residents, 19.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 65.0% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Virginia and other state lists, there were 15 registered sex offenders living in Altavista, Virginia as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Altavista is 235 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (30.8%), English (5.8%), German (5.5%), Irish (4.7%), European (2.9%), Jamaican (1.8%).

Elevation: 596 feet

Land Area: 4.89 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $48,763 (it was $31,818 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $28,106 (it was $17,997 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $171,911 (it was $74,700 in 2000) Altavista:$171,911VA:$273,400

Races:
      White alone - 2,399 - 69.5%
      Black alone - 887 - 25.7%
      Two or more races - 78 - 2.3%
      Hispanic - 57 - 1.7%
      Asian alone - 18 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 6 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.1%

The current mayor of Altavista is Mike Mattox, a former teacher and local businessman.