Howard City, MI Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy
Population (male): 933
Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Howard City: 80.4 (low, U.S. average is 100)
Poverty (breakdown): (20.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 50.0% for Black residents, 100.0% for American Indian residents, 34.6% for two or more races residents)
Ancestries: Ancestries: English (13.4%), German (12.4%), American (10.2%), Irish (9.2%), Dutch (7.8%), Polish (7.6%).
Elevation: 267 feet
Zip Codes: 49329
Races:
White alone - 1,708 - 94.5%
Hispanic - 44 - 2.4%
Two or more races - 28 - 1.5%
Black alone - 10 - 0.6%
American Indian alone - 11 - 0.6%
Asian alone - 4 - 0.2%
Other race alone - 3 - 0.2%
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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)
Howard City, Michigan Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers
If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Howard City, MI or the surrounding areas,
Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office.
Our local Howard City, MI 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 Howard City, MI 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"
Howard City 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
418 WASHINGTON ST 10.0 miles
418 WASHINGTON ST
LAKEVIEW,
MI
48850
Categories: LAKEVIEW MI
615 S BOWER ST 18.2 miles
615 S BOWER ST
GREENVILLE,
MI
48838
Categories: GREENVILLE MI
705 S GREENVILLE WEST DR STE 102 18.3 miles
705 S GREENVILLE WEST DR STE 102
GREENVILLE,
MI
48838
Categories: GREENVILLE MI
285 S CHARLES ST 18.5 miles
285 S CHARLES ST
WHITE CLOUD,
MI
49349
Categories: WHITE CLOUD MI
1014 E WASHINGTON ST 19.1 miles
1014 E WASHINGTON ST
GREENVILLE,
MI
48838
Categories: GREENVILLE MI
413 MECOSTA AVE STE 413-3 20.5 miles
413 MECOSTA AVE STE 413-3
BIG RAPIDS,
MI
49307
Categories: BIG RAPIDS MI
705 OAK ST UNIT 3 20.6 miles
705 OAK ST UNIT 3
BIG RAPIDS,
MI
49307
Categories: BIG RAPIDS MI
605 Oak Street 20.6 miles
605 Oak Street
Big Rapids,
MI
49307
Categories: Big Rapids MI
107 CENTER ST 23.4 miles
107 CENTER ST
SHERIDAN,
MI
48884
Categories: SHERIDAN MI
6231 West River Dr NE, 23.8 miles
6231 West River Dr NE,
Belmont,
MI
49306
Categories: Belmont MI
230 West Oak Street 24.6 miles
230 West Oak Street
Fremont,
MI
49412
Categories: Fremont MI
212 S SULLIVAN AVE 24.7 miles
212 S SULLIVAN AVE
FREMONT,
MI
49412
Categories: FREMONT MI
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 Howard City drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Howard City drug testing and Howard City alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.
Services provided at our Howard City drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing are designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Howard City drug testing needs.
Howard City Drug Testing Services
Our Howard City, MI 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 Howard City, MI drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Howard City Accredited Drug Testing centers. Howard City testing centers are located throughout Howard City, MI 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 Howard City
Local Area Info: Howard City, Michigan
Benjamin Ensley owned the land on which he, E. W. Muenscher, and Mr. Shaw began the settlement that Muenscher platted in 1868. It was named for William A. Howard, a Detroit railroad attorney. The Detroit, Grand Rapids and Western Railroad depot opened in 1869. A post office was established on January 12, 1870, with John B. Spencer as the first postmaster. It incorporated as a village in 1873. The post office name was shortened to "Howard" on February 2, 1895, but restored to Howard City on January 19, 1899.
Main street was initially constructed on Ensley Street, which was named after early settler Benjamin Ensley. In 1883, however, many of the wooden buildings on Ensley street burned down. Main Street was then shifted over to Edgerton Street, where it still stands today. The Hudson Knife factory and The Skinner and Steenman sideboard factory were two of the earliest businesses. Later, Hudson Knife Co. went through changes and became the Joslin and eventually Olsen Knife Company, which had the somewhat famous jingle, "Fatty Fatty run for your life, here comes Skinny with an Olsen Knife." Howard City schools were combined with Sand Lake schools to the south in 1962, and renamed Tri County, because students from Kent, Montcalm, and Newaygo counties all attended. The school still runs under the same moniker today.
Tri County Area Schools is the main school district in Howard City. Schools include Tri County High School, Tri County Middle School, MacNaughten Elementary, Sand Lake Elementary and Edgerton Upper Elementary. The School mascot is the Viking. Sports include football, basketball, softball, baseball, wrestling, sideline cheer, competitive cheer, golf, track and field, cross country, bowling, poms and soccer. In 2009, the varsity softball team took a District title, but fell short at regionals to Petosky.
Neighboring schools include Newaygo, Grant, Morley-Stanwood, Lakeview and Cedar Springs.
Howard City 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.
Howard City 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 Howard City 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 Howard City 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).
Howard City Alcohol Testing
In addition to offering Howard City drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.
Howard City 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 Howard City
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 Howard City drug testing, Howard City alcohol testing and Howard City 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 Howard City, MI 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 (male): 933
Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Howard City: 80.4 (low, U.S. average is 100)
Poverty (breakdown): (20.8% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 50.0% for Black residents, 100.0% for American Indian residents, 34.6% for two or more races residents)
Ancestries: Ancestries: English (13.4%), German (12.4%), American (10.2%), Irish (9.2%), Dutch (7.8%), Polish (7.6%).
Elevation: 267 feet
Zip Codes: 49329
Races:
White alone - 1,708 - 94.5%
Hispanic - 44 - 2.4%
Two or more races - 28 - 1.5%
Black alone - 10 - 0.6%
American Indian alone - 11 - 0.6%
Asian alone - 4 - 0.2%
Other race alone - 3 - 0.2%
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