Forest Acres, SC Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy
Population (female): 5,409
Median Age: 42.7 years
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $889.
Land Area: 4.59 square miles.
Zip Codes: 29206
A.C. Flora High School serves portions of Forest Acres and is in Richland County School District One. Richland Northeast High School serves the majority of the city and is in Richland School District Two.
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)
Forest Acres, South Carolina Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers
If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Forest Acres, SC or the surrounding areas,
Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office.
Our local Forest Acres, SC drug testing centers offer urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT
physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for companies
in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing
for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons, probation or family purposes. Same
day service is available and the process to schedule a test is fast and easy. Drug testing methods include urine,
oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood, ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available
in 24-48 hours and all tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified Laboratory and verified by our Medical Review
Officers (MRO's). Rapid/instant result testing is also available at many of our Forest Acres, SC testing centers.
We also offer onsite mobile drug testing for employers needing to test multiple employees at one time.
"When You Need A Test, Choose The Best"
Forest Acres Drug Testing locations
AI Overview
Overview of Local Drug Testing
Drug testing is a common procedure used in various contexts, including employment, sports, and law enforcement, to detect the presence of controlled substances in an individual's system. Local drug testing refers to drug tests administered within a specific locality or community, often facilitated by local healthcare providers, testing facilities, or through workplace initiatives. This overview provides consumers with key information about the purposes, methods, and implications of local drug testing.
Purposes of Drug Testing
Drug testing serves several purposes:
- Employment: Employers may require drug testing to ensure a safe and productive work environment, often as a part of pre-employment screening or randomly throughout employment.
- Sports: Athletes are regularly tested to maintain fair competition and deter the use of performance-enhancing drugs.
- Legal and Forensic: Drug testing can be ordered by courts in cases of drug-related offenses or in custody disputes.
- Medical Reasons: Healthcare providers may perform drug tests to diagnose substance abuse disorders or monitor treatment efficacy.
Common Drug Testing Methods
Several methods are used for drug testing, each with its own specific applications and detection windows:
- Urine Testing: The most common method due to its non-invasiveness and ability to detect a wide range of substances within hours to a few weeks after use.
- Blood Testing: Provides a more accurate measurement of active substances in the body but is more invasive and used less frequently.
- Saliva Testing: Gaining popularity for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect recent drug use.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Can detect drug use over a longer period, typically up to 90 days, making it useful for detailed monitoring.
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Drug testing is governed by various legal and ethical guidelines that protect individuals' rights:
- Consent: In most cases, individuals must provide informed consent before undergoing drug testing.
- Privacy: Results from drug tests are considered private health information and must be handled according to privacy laws.
- Accuracy: Testing facilities must adhere to strict standards to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
In conclusion, local drug testing is a vital tool used across various fields to promote safety, fairness, and health. Consumers are advised to understand the reasons for testing, the methods used, and their legal rights regarding the testing process.
Coastal Drug Testing
3304 FOREST DR 0.2 miles
3304 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA,
SC
29204
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
2719 MIDDLEBURG DR STE 201 0.9 miles
2719 MIDDLEBURG DR STE 201
COLUMBIA,
SC
29204
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
4500 FOREST DR STE A 0.9 miles
4500 FOREST DR STE A
COLUMBIA,
SC
29206
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
511 BELTLINE BLVD 2.1 miles
511 BELTLINE BLVD
COLUMBIA,
SC
29205
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
3010 Farrow Rd Ste 230, 2.2 miles
3010 Farrow Rd Ste 230,
Columbia,
SC
29203
Categories: Columbia SC
1715 BLANDING ST 2.3 miles
1715 BLANDING ST
COLUMBIA,
SC
29201
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
1333 TAYLOR ST STE 3H 2.6 miles
1333 TAYLOR ST STE 3H
COLUMBIA,
SC
29201
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
1538 Main St 2.8 miles
1538 Main St
Columbia,
SC
29201
Categories: Columbia SC
6941 N TRENHOLM RD STE I 3.3 miles
6941 N TRENHOLM RD STE I
COLUMBIA,
SC
29206
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
1472 TURN RD 3.4 miles
1472 TURN RD
COLUMBIA,
SC
29201
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
2406 DECKER BLVD 3.4 miles
2406 DECKER BLVD
COLUMBIA,
SC
29206
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
769B GREENLAWN DR 4.4 miles
769B GREENLAWN DR
COLUMBIA,
SC
29209
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
977 KNOX ABBOTT DR 5.0 miles
977 KNOX ABBOTT DR
CAYCE,
SC
29033
Categories: CAYCE SC
220 STONERIDGE DR STE 101 5.1 miles
220 STONERIDGE DR STE 101
COLUMBIA,
SC
29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
7653 GARNERS FERRY RD 5.2 miles
7653 GARNERS FERRY RD
COLUMBIA,
SC
29209
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
114 GATEWAY LN 5.6 miles
114 GATEWAY LN
COLUMBIA,
SC
29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
3799 12th St Extension Ste 110 5.8 miles
3799 12th St Extension Ste 110
Cayce,
SC
29033
Categories: Cayce SC
1345 GARNER LN STE 303 5.9 miles
1345 GARNER LN STE 303
COLUMBIA,
SC
29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
114 GATEWAY CORPORATE BLVD STE 430 6.2 miles
114 GATEWAY CORPORATE BLVD STE 430
COLUMBIA,
SC
29203
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
9005 Two Notch Road Suite 15 6.2 miles
9005 Two Notch Road Suite 15
Columbia,
SC
29223
Categories: Columbia SC
4621 Hardscrabble Road 6.5 miles
4621 Hardscrabble Road
COLUMBIA,
SC
29223
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
2249 AUGUSTA RD 6.5 miles
2249 AUGUSTA RD
WEST COLUMBIA,
SC
29169
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC
120 HIGHLAND CTR DR STE 130B 7.0 miles
120 HIGHLAND CTR DR STE 130B
COLUMBIA,
SC
29203
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
3000 NE MEDICAL PARK STE 111 7.1 miles
3000 NE MEDICAL PARK STE 111
COLUMBIA,
SC
29223
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
1117 SAINT ANDREWS RD 7.1 miles
1117 SAINT ANDREWS RD
COLUMBIA,
SC
29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
2836 AUGUSTA RD 7.4 miles
2836 AUGUSTA RD
WEST COLUMBIA,
SC
29170
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC
111 EXECUTIVE CENTER DR STE 238 7.6 miles
111 EXECUTIVE CENTER DR STE 238
COLUMBIA,
SC
29210
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
3020 SUNSET BLVD STE 102 7.6 miles
3020 SUNSET BLVD STE 102
WEST COLUMBIA,
SC
29169
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC
3240 SUNSET BLVD 8.0 miles
3240 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA,
SC
29169
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC
2 SOUTHERN CT 8.2 miles
2 SOUTHERN CT
WEST COLUMBIA,
SC
29169
Categories: WEST COLUMBIA SC
10040 TWO NOTCH RD 8.5 miles
10040 TWO NOTCH RD
COLUMBIA,
SC
29223
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
10060 TWO NOTCH RD 8.6 miles
10060 TWO NOTCH RD
COLUMBIA,
SC
29223
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
100 JIMMY LOVE LN 10.3 miles
100 JIMMY LOVE LN
COLUMBIA,
SC
29212
Categories: COLUMBIA SC
1 WELLNESS BLVD STE 105 11.5 miles
1 WELLNESS BLVD STE 105
IRMO,
SC
29063
Categories: IRMO SC
208 DEER RUN RD 11.5 miles
208 DEER RUN RD
ELGIN,
SC
29045
Categories: ELGIN SC
518 E MAIN ST ste 8 14.1 miles
518 E MAIN ST ste 8
LEXINGTON,
SC
29072
Categories: LEXINGTON SC
1068 S LAKE DR 14.7 miles
1068 S LAKE DR
LEXINGTON,
SC
29073
Categories: LEXINGTON SC
247 COLUMBIA AVE 14.7 miles
247 COLUMBIA AVE
LEXINGTON,
SC
29072
Categories: LEXINGTON SC
1847 S Lake Dr 15.4 miles
1847 S Lake Dr
Lexington,
SC
29073
Categories: Lexington SC
8 RASPBERRY CT 19.6 miles
8 RASPBERRY CT
LUGOFF,
SC
29078
Categories: LUGOFF SC
1060 HIGHWAY 1 S 22.1 miles
1060 HIGHWAY 1 S
LUGOFF,
SC
29078
Categories: LUGOFF SC
557 COLUMBIA AVE 22.3 miles
557 COLUMBIA AVE
CHAPIN,
SC
29036
Categories: CHAPIN SC
32 RIVER STREET 24.5 miles
32 RIVER STREET
PEAK,
SC
29122
Categories: PEAK SC
For additional testing center locations, please call (800) 221-4291
With our talented team of drug testing specialists, you can always count on receiving a professional and knowledgeable experience delivered each time with the utmost respect for confidentiality.
Every day we work closely with companies of all sizes and all industries, as well as with third party administrators and individuals in need of an Forest Acres drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Forest Acres drug testing and Forest Acres alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.
Services provided at our Forest Acres drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing are designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Forest Acres drug testing needs.
Forest Acres Drug Testing Services
Our Forest Acres, SC drug testing centers provide a wide variety of standard drug and alcohol tests, as well as customized drug screening to meet a specific need. Our standard drug test is a 5 panel, 9 panel, 10 panel, 11 panel and 12 panel drug screen which can also be expanded to look for additional opiates, prescription drugs, K2, spice and bath salts.
If you are not sure of what specific Forest Acres, SC drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Forest Acres Accredited Drug Testing centers. Forest Acres testing centers are located throughout Forest Acres, SC and the surrounding areas and our ADT staff members are committed to providing affordable, convenient and confidential drug, alcohol and DNA testing services.
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About Forest Acres
Local Area Info: Forest Acres, South Carolina
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.0 square miles (12.9 km2), of which 4.6 square miles (11.9 km2) is land and 0.39 square miles (1.0 km2), or 7.46%, is water.
As of the census of 2000, there were 10,558 people, 4,987 households, and 2,842 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,300.9 people per square mile (888.1/km²). There were 5,232 housing units at an average density of 1,140.2 per square mile (440.1/km²). The racial makeup of the city is 80.87% White, 15.52% African American, 0.19% Native American, 1.16% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 1.02% from other races, and 1.22% from two or more races. 2.54% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 4,987 households out of which 22.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.0% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.0% were non-families. 37.3% of all households were made up of individuals and 15.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.09 and the average family size was 2.76.
Forest Acres Employee Drug Testing
Businesses that utilize an employee drug testing program are commonly referred to as a Drug Free Workplace. However, many times companies do not fully qualify as a Drug Free Workplace because the drug testing program which they use does not have all of the components which make up a true Drug Free Workplace.
The benefits of being a true Drug Free Workplace can include but are not limited to:
- Enhanced Employee Performance
- Reduced Job-Related Accidents
- Reduced Employee Absenteeism
- Lower Workers Compensation Rates
- Improved Employee Moral
- Customer Satisfaction
In addition, many companies regardless of size report that being a Drug Free Workplace has increased the quality of job applicants and improved the overall workplace environment.
Also many states such as Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee, South Carolina, Virginia, Wyoming, Ohio, Alabama, Arkansas, Washington provide by law a discount on workers compensation insurance rates provided a business qualifies as a Drug Free Workplace in accordance with state law.
States Which Provide Workers Compensation Discounts for Drug Free Workplace Programs
| Alabama 5% |
Arkansas 5% |
Florida 5% |
| Kentucky 5% |
Misissippi 5% |
Ohio 5% |
| Tennessee 5% |
Virginia 5% |
Washington 5% |
Accredited Drug Testing Inc will work with your insurance agent to ensure that any available discounts are provided for implementing and properly maintaining a drug free workplace.
Any company can benefit by being a Drug Free Workplace regardless of the number of employees, but it is crucially important that any business that wishes to be a Drug Free Workplace maintain the program properly.
A properly maintained Drug Free Workplace should include the following:
- A written Drug Free Workplace Policy
- Employee Drug Testing
- Employee Education
- Supervisor Training
- Employee Assistance Program(EAP)
- Drug Free Workplace Signage
Studies have shown that substance abuse among employees has serious repercussions for both the working environment and the economic success of the business.
As a result of drug and alcohol abuse, employers see increased costs related to medical fees, absenteeism and overall productivity.
Forest Acres companies regardless of size wishing to implement a Drug Free Workplace can contact Accredited Drug Testing and ADT can schedule all drug tests and manage the entire Drug Free Workplace program for our clients. Simply speak with an ADT drug testing representative and tell them you are interested in our Forest Acres 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 Forest Acres 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).
Forest Acres Alcohol Testing
In addition to offering Forest Acres drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.
Forest Acres 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 Forest Acres
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 Forest Acres drug testing, Forest Acres alcohol testing and Forest Acres 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 Forest Acres, SC 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 (female): 5,409
Median Age: 42.7 years
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $889.
Land Area: 4.59 square miles.
Zip Codes: 29206
A.C. Flora High School serves portions of Forest Acres and is in Richland County School District One. Richland Northeast High School serves the majority of the city and is in Richland School District Two.
