Surprise, AZ Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 134,085 (97% urban, 3% rural).

Population (male): 65,016

Population (female): 69,069

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Surprise: 95.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Arizona and other state lists, there were 63 registered sex offenders living in Surprise, Arizona as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Surprise is 2,100 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much lo

Elevation:

Zip Codes: 85388

Races:
      White alone - 91,695 - 68.3%
      Hispanic - 25,145 - 18.7%
      Black alone - 8,312 - 6.2%
      Two or more races - 3,517 - 2.6%
      Asian alone - 3,101 - 2.3%
      Other race alone - 822 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 550 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 223 - 0.2%

Tens of thousands of retirees moved to the city in the 1990s and early 2000s to live in Sun City Grand, an age-restricted resort-like community, with homes built by the property development firm Del Webb. Surprise is about five miles (8 km) northwest of Del Webb's original Sun City development and adjacent to Sun City West.

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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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12775 W BELL RD 0.6 miles

12775 W BELL RD
SURPRISE, AZ 85378
Categories: SURPRISE AZ

14418 W MEEKER BLVD STE 104 2.9 miles

14418 W MEEKER BLVD STE 104
SUN CITY WEST, AZ 85375
Categories: SUN CITY WEST AZ

14800 W Mountain View Blvd Ste 100 3.2 miles

14800 W Mountain View Blvd Ste 100
Surprise, AZ 85374
Categories: Surprise AZ

15351 W BELL RD STE 100 3.4 miles

15351 W BELL RD STE 100
SURPRISE, AZ 85374
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PO BOX 2123 3.4 miles

PO BOX 2123
SUN CITY, AZ 85372
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10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD 3.4 miles

10401 W THUNDERBIRD BLVD
SUN CITY, AZ 85351
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9745 W Bell Road Ste 105 3.7 miles

9745 W Bell Road Ste 105
Sun City, AZ 85351
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20470 N LAKE PLEASANT RD 4.1 miles

20470 N LAKE PLEASANT RD
PEORIA, AZ 85382
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14155 N 83RD AVE BLDG 8 STE 148 5.7 miles

14155 N 83RD AVE BLDG 8 STE 148
PEORIA, AZ 85381
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18301 N 79TH AVE STE D148 6.1 miles

18301 N 79TH AVE STE D148
GLENDALE, AZ 85308
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13260 N 94TH DR MEDICAL CENTER #3, STE 106 6.1 miles

13260 N 94TH DR MEDICAL CENTER #3, STE 106
PEORIA, AZ 85381
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9494 W NORTHERN AVE STE 101 6.8 miles

9494 W NORTHERN AVE STE 101
GLENDALE, AZ 85305
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18701 N 67TH AVE 7.7 miles

18701 N 67TH AVE
GLENDALE, AZ 85308
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6525 W SACK DR STE 306 7.8 miles

6525 W SACK DR STE 306
GLENDALE, AZ 85308
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14044 W CAMELBACK RD STE 226 8.5 miles

14044 W CAMELBACK RD STE 226
LITCHFIELD PARK, AZ 85340
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18589 N 59TH AVE STE 101 8.6 miles

18589 N 59TH AVE STE 101
GLENDALE, AZ 85308
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5750 W THUNDERBIRD RD STE E540 8.8 miles

5750 W THUNDERBIRD RD STE E540
GLENDALE, AZ 85306
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20280 N 59TH AVE STE 116 8.8 miles

20280 N 59TH AVE STE 116
GLENDALE, AZ 85308
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5601 W EUGIE AVE STE 213 9.0 miles

5601 W EUGIE AVE STE 213
GLENDALE, AZ 85304
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5555 W THUNDERBIRD RD 9.0 miles

5555 W THUNDERBIRD RD
GLENDALE, AZ 85306
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5410 W Thunderbird Rd Ste 101 9.2 miles

5410 W Thunderbird Rd Ste 101
Glendale, AZ 85306
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4810 W BEVERLY LN 9.8 miles

4810 W BEVERLY LN
GLENDALE, AZ 85306
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2910 N LITCHFIELD RD 10.7 miles

2910 N LITCHFIELD RD
GOODYEAR, AZ 85395
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8260 W INDIAN SCHOOL RD STE 1 10.9 miles

8260 W INDIAN SCHOOL RD STE 1
PHOENIX, AZ 85033
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10240 North 43rd Avenue Ste 3 11.1 miles

10240 North 43rd Avenue Ste 3
Glendale, AZ 85302
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9305 W THOMAS RD STE 235 11.2 miles

9305 W THOMAS RD STE 235
PHOENIX, AZ 85037
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13075 W MCDOWELL RD STE D106 11.5 miles

13075 W MCDOWELL RD STE D106
AVONDALE, AZ 85392
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13555 W MCDOWELL RD, STE 208 11.6 miles

13555 W MCDOWELL RD, STE 208
GOODYEAR, AZ 85395
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13677 W MCDOWELL RD 11.6 miles

13677 W MCDOWELL RD
GOODYEAR, AZ 85395
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1507 N LITCHFIELD RD 11.8 miles

1507 N LITCHFIELD RD
Goodyear, AZ 85395
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3730 W HAPPY VALLEY RD STE 100 12.5 miles

3730 W HAPPY VALLEY RD STE 100
Glendale, AZ 85310
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501 W VAN BUREN ST STE L 12.5 miles

501 W VAN BUREN ST STE L
AVONDALE, AZ 85323
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12808 N BLACK CANYON HWY 12.6 miles

12808 N BLACK CANYON HWY
PHOENIX, AZ 85029
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2860 W PEORIA AVE STE B 12.6 miles

2860 W PEORIA AVE STE B
PHOENIX, AZ 85029
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19636 N 27TH AVE STE 102 12.6 miles

19636 N 27TH AVE STE 102
PHOENIX, AZ 85027
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19829 N 27TH AVE 12.7 miles

19829 N 27TH AVE
PHOENIX, AZ 85027
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2010 N 75TH AVE 12.9 miles

2010 N 75TH AVE
PHOENIX, AZ 85035
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5259 W INDIAN SCHOOL RD STE 100 13.2 miles

5259 W INDIAN SCHOOL RD STE 100
PHOENIX, AZ 85031
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7802 N 43RD AVE STE 5 13.4 miles

7802 N 43RD AVE STE 5
GLENDALE, AZ 85301
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2423 W DUNLAP AVE STE 150 13.5 miles

2423 W DUNLAP AVE STE 150
PHOENIX, AZ 85021
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2338 W ROYAL PALM RD STE J 13.9 miles

2338 W ROYAL PALM RD STE J
PHOENIX, AZ 85021
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5920 W MCDOWELL RD 14.1 miles

5920 W MCDOWELL RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85035
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8101 N 19th Ave Ste A 14.4 miles

8101 N 19th Ave Ste A
Phoenix, AZ 85021
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3501 W OSBORN RD 15.0 miles

3501 W OSBORN RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85019
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9870 W LOWER BUCKEYE RD STE 170 AND 173 15.1 miles

9870 W LOWER BUCKEYE RD STE 170 AND 173
TOLLESON, AZ 85353
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401 E BELL RD STE 18 15.2 miles

401 E BELL RD STE 18
PHOENIX, AZ 85022
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3532 W THOMAS RD ste 5 15.4 miles

3532 W THOMAS RD ste 5
PHOENIX, AZ 85019
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5501 N 19TH AVE STE 208 15.6 miles

5501 N 19TH AVE STE 208
PHOENIX, AZ 85015
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3302 W THOMAS RD STE 10 15.6 miles

3302 W THOMAS RD STE 10
PHOENIX, AZ 85017
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9250 N. 3RD ST. #3017 15.7 miles

9250 N. 3RD ST. #3017
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
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5201 N 19TH AVE STE 100 15.7 miles

5201 N 19TH AVE STE 100
PHOENIX, AZ 85015
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1522 N CAVE CREEK RD 16.1 miles

1522 N CAVE CREEK RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
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5340 W BUCKEYE RD STE 3 16.2 miles

5340 W BUCKEYE RD STE 3
PHOENIX, AZ 85043
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1717 E BELL RD 16.6 miles

1717 E BELL RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85022
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7720 N 16TH ST STE 200 17.3 miles

7720 N 16TH ST STE 200
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
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7227 N 16TH ST STE 235 17.6 miles

7227 N 16TH ST STE 235
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
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7227 N 16TH ST STE 150 17.6 miles

7227 N 16TH ST STE 150
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
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PO BOX 18232 18.0 miles

PO BOX 18232
PHOENIX, AZ 85005
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3131 E THUNDERBIRD RD STE A 18.4 miles

3131 E THUNDERBIRD RD STE A
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
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4635 N 14TH ST 18.4 miles

4635 N 14TH ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85014
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3229 E GREENWAY RD STE 102 18.4 miles

3229 E GREENWAY RD STE 102
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
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2601 N 3RD ST STE 102 18.6 miles

2601 N 3RD ST STE 102
PHOENIX, AZ 85004
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6834 S 65TH DR 18.7 miles

6834 S 65TH DR
LAVEEN, AZ 85339
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3102 E GREENWAY RD PO BOX 55030 19.0 miles

3102 E GREENWAY RD PO BOX 55030
PHOENIX, AZ 85032
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1701 E THOMAS RD STE 104 19.6 miles

1701 E THOMAS RD STE 104
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
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1441 N 12TH ST BLDG 405 19.7 miles

1441 N 12TH ST BLDG 405
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
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1300 N 12TH ST STE 617 19.7 miles

1300 N 12TH ST STE 617
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
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1300 N 12TH ST STE 520 19.7 miles

1300 N 12TH ST STE 520
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
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1201 S 7TH AVE 19.7 miles

1201 S 7TH AVE
PHOENIX, AZ 85007
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515 W BUCKEYE RD STE 202 19.8 miles

515 W BUCKEYE RD STE 202
PHOENIX, AZ 85003
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515 N 18TH ST 20.7 miles

515 N 18TH ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
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20950 N Tatum Blvd Ste 190 20.7 miles

20950 N Tatum Blvd Ste 190
Phoenix, AZ 85050
Categories: Phoenix AZ

1800 E VAN BUREN ST 20.8 miles

1800 E VAN BUREN ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85006
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4902 E SHEA BLVD 20.9 miles

4902 E SHEA BLVD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85254
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1818 E SKY HARBOR CIR N STE 150 21.3 miles

1818 E SKY HARBOR CIR N STE 150
PHOENIX, AZ 85034
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1818 E SKY HARBOR CIR N BLDG 2 STE 150 21.3 miles

1818 E SKY HARBOR CIR N BLDG 2 STE 150
PHOENIX, AZ 85034
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5777 E MAYO BLVD 21.6 miles

5777 E MAYO BLVD
PHOENIX, AZ 85054
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4730 E Indian School Rd Ste 211 22.4 miles

4730 E Indian School Rd Ste 211
Phoenix, AZ 85018
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4501 E THOMAS RD STE 105 22.6 miles

4501 E THOMAS RD STE 105
PHOENIX, AZ 85018
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2301 N 44TH ST 22.7 miles

2301 N 44TH ST
PHOENIX, AZ 85008
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6990 E SHEA BLVD STE 125 23.3 miles

6990 E SHEA BLVD STE 125
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85254
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5064 E MCDOWELL RD 23.7 miles

5064 E MCDOWELL RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85008
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10335 N SCOTTSDALE RD 23.7 miles

10335 N SCOTTSDALE RD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85253
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7425 E Shea Blvd Ste 108 24.0 miles

7425 E Shea Blvd Ste 108
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Categories: Scottsdale AZ

3930 E WATKINS ST STE 300 24.1 miles

3930 E WATKINS ST STE 300
PHOENIX, AZ 85034
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4100 E BROADWAY RD 24.9 miles

4100 E BROADWAY RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85040
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If you need a Drug, Alcohol, COVID-19 or DNA test in Surprise, AZ, Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Surprise, AZ and the surrounding areas. Our drug testing centers provide 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 employers 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 most drug testing Surprise, AZ locations are within minutes of your home or office. 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.

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How to schedule a drug test in Surprise, AZ

Schedule Online or By Phone-Easy As 1, 2, 3

Step 1: Select and purchase your test online or call our Local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291. One of our representatives is ready to assist you and schedule your test. Payment must be received at the time of registration as testing centers do not accept payments,Same day service is available for most types of tests.

Step 2: If you scheduled online, complete the Donor Information/Registration Section and enter where you want the confidential test results sent via email. The zip code you enter will be used to determine the closest drug/alcohol testing center to you and where you will go to take your test.

Step 3: Your authorization form/donor pass will include the local testing center address and hours of operation. It will be sent to the e-mail address you provided. Take the form with you or have it available on your smart phone to provide to the testing center. No appointment necessary!

Urine or hair drug testing methods in Surprise, AZ - You choose!

Accredited Drug Testing offers different testing methods depending upon our customer's needs. With a 1 to 5-day detection period urine testing is the most common method used by employers, courts and schools. However, hair drug and alcohol testing are becoming a frequently used testing method due to a detection period of approximately 90 days.

What is the most common urine/hair drug test?

Both a 5-panel urine or 5 panel hair drug test screens for the same drugs, however, the look-back period or detection window is very different. A urine drug test provides a look back period of 1-5 days while a hair drug test provides use up to 90 days from the date the specimen was collected.

Court Ordered Drug Testing (Probation/Child Custody)

Our local drug testing Surprise, AZ centers provide drug and alcohol tests that are utilized for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings, including probation and other types of government required tests. Observed tests are available and tests results can be submitted for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings including probation hearings, child custody cases, litigation and all manner of government required tests.

Court ordered drug tests should contain detailed instructions specifying the type of test to be administered and the drugs that should be screened for. If sample collection needs to be witnessed in order to prevent potential tampering or substitution, those specifications will be stated in the court order.

DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Services in Surprise, AZ

We also specialize in providing testing services for all DOT Modes including Trucking Industry (FMCSA), Maritime Industry (USCG), Aviation Industry (FAA), Public Transportation (FTA), Railroad Industry (FRA) and Pipeline Industry (PHMSA) in accordance with Part 40 of the US Department of Transportation Compliance Regulations. Additional DOT Services include consortium enrollment, MVR reports, Supervisor Training and policy manual development. In addition, we offer a complete DOT Compliance Program for single operators and small trucking companies.

Additional DOT Services:

  • Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physicals
  • Supervisor Training
  • Employer Drug Policy Development
  • MVR Reports
  • Employee Training
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

Employer/Drug Free Workplace Testing in Surprise, AZ

Many companies and employers may be interested in being a drug free workplace, if so, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in providing comprehensive and cost-effective drug free workplace programs for small, medium and large companies. Organizations 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 under their State specific law. Our Drug Testing Surprise, AZ locations are ready to serve your needs.

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What Are the Benefits of Being a Drug Free Workplace in Surprise, AZ?

  • Enhanced Employee Performance
  • Reduced Job-Related Accidents
  • Reduced Employee Absenteeism
  • Lower Workers Compensation Rates
  • Improved Employee Moral
  • Customer Satisfaction

On-site/Mobile Drug Testing in Surprise, AZ

Do you have at least 10 employees needing a drug or alcohol test? If so, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site drug testing at your place of business. On-site drug testing services is frequently used by construction sites, manufacturing facilities, job fairs. On-site drug testing is available for pre employment and random testing. Call us today at (800)221-4291 and speak to our on-site coordinator to schedule your drug testing event in Surprise, AZ.

Drug Testing Locations in Surprise, AZ

Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in Surprise, AZ and the surrounding areas. Many of our drug testing centers open early and have evening hours to accommodate a person's work schedule. Our drug testing locations in Surprise, AZ have certified and trained drug testing specialists ready to serve your testing needs in a friendly, knowledgeable and confidential manner.

Drug testing purposes for employers include pre-employment, random selection, post-accident and reasonable suspicion. Testing purposes for individuals can include court ordered, probation, child custody or for any other personal reason.

Accredited Drug Testing is a nationwide drug testing company with testing centers in Surprise, AZ specializing in Drug, Alcohol, DNA testing. DOT Physicals and Background Checks.

On the road or vacation? No worries! We can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

With over 20,000 testing centers throughout the United States, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all States and in most cities and towns.

Which drug testing panel is right for you?

Drug test screening groups are commonly referred to as a drug testing panel. The most common panels used are a 5 panel, 10 panel and 12 panel drug tests, (panels specify how many drugs will be screened) however customized screeningings are available as well.

What is a Drug Test?

A drug test is a technical analysis of a biological specimen, for example urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, and/or oral fluid/saliva-to determine the presence or absence of specified parent drugs or their metabolites. Major applications of drug testing include detection of the presence of performance enhancing steroids in sport, employers and parole/probation officers screening for drugs prohibited by law and police officers testing for the presence and concentration of alcohol (ethanol) in the blood commonly referred to as BAC (blood alcohol content). BAC tests are typically administered via a breathalyzer while urinalysis is used for the vast majority of drug testing in sports and the workplace. Numerous other methods with varying degrees of accuracy, sensitivity (detection threshold/cutoff), and detection periods exist. A drug test may also refer to a test that provides quantitative chemical analysis of an illegal drug, typically intended to help with responsible drug use.

Does passive smoke inhalation cause a false positive for marijuana?

"Passive" smoke inhalation from being in a room with people smoking marijuana is not considered valid, as the cut-off concentrations for lab analysis are set well above that which might occur for passive inhalation.

Other abnormalities in the urine screen may indicate that results may be a false negative or that there was deliberate adulteration of the sample. For example:

  • a low creatinine lab value can indicate that a urine sample was tampered with; either the subject diluted their urine by consuming excessive water just prior to testing, or water was added to the urine sample.
  • creatinine levels are often used in conjunction with specific gravity to determine if samples have been diluted. To help avoid this problem, the testing lab may color the water in their toilet blue to prevent the sample being diluted with water from the toilet.
  • subjects may also attempt to add certain enzymes to the urine sample to affect stability, but this often changes the pH, which is also tested.

How long do drugs stay in your system?

The window of detection or often times referred to as look back period of a drug test depend on several factors. Some of the factors impacting how long a drug will stay in your system are:

  • The amount of the drug taken
  • The frequency of the drug taken
  • The type of drug taken
  • An individual's body metabolic rate and general health
  • The amount of fluids consumed since ingesting the drug
  • The amount of exercise since ingesting the drug
  • Other genetic variations that would impact an individual's response to a specific drug

Why choose Accredited Drug Testing in Surprise, AZ?

Our staff is prepared to assist you with any questions you may have in a friendly and confidential manner and providing exceptional customer service and being available when you need us for drug testing in Surprise, AZ is our #1 Priority and we look forward to serving the needs of employers and individuals who need any type of test.

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Local Area Info: Surprise, Arizona

Surprise is a city in Maricopa County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. The population was 30,848 at the 2000 census; however, rapid expansion has boosted the city's population to 117,517 at the 2010 census, an increase of 281%. As such, it is the second-fastest-expanding municipality in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area (after Gilbert) and, between 1990 and 2000, it was the sixth-fastest-expanding place among all cities and towns in Arizona. Census estimates in 2017 continue this accelerated growth pattern, with the population now estimated at 134,085.

The city has a 10,562-square-foot (981.2 m2) Aquatics Center and Maricopa County's northwest regional library, a $5.5 million, 20,000-square-foot (1,900 m2) library, along with a 100.3 cost of living index.

The city was founded in 1938 by Flora Mae Statler, who named it Surprise as she "would be surprised if the town ever amounted to much". Surprise officials previously thought the city was founded by Statler's husband, real estate developer and state legislator Homer C. Ludden, but in 2010 property records were discovered which listed Statler owning the land before she met Ludden.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 134,085 (97% urban, 3% rural).

Population (male): 65,016

Population (female): 69,069

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Surprise: 95.1 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Arizona and other state lists, there were 63 registered sex offenders living in Surprise, Arizona as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Surprise is 2,100 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much lo

Elevation:

Zip Codes: 85388

Races:
      White alone - 91,695 - 68.3%
      Hispanic - 25,145 - 18.7%
      Black alone - 8,312 - 6.2%
      Two or more races - 3,517 - 2.6%
      Asian alone - 3,101 - 2.3%
      Other race alone - 822 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 550 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 223 - 0.2%

Tens of thousands of retirees moved to the city in the 1990s and early 2000s to live in Sun City Grand, an age-restricted resort-like community, with homes built by the property development firm Del Webb. Surprise is about five miles (8 km) northwest of Del Webb's original Sun City development and adjacent to Sun City West.

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