Meservey, Iowa Drug Testing Locations

Meservey, IA Drug Testing

Meservey, IA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 114

Population (female): 130

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Meservey: 80.5 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.6%

Poverty (breakdown):

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Iowa and other state lists, there was 1 registered sex offender living in Meservey, Iowa as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Meservey is 178 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (73.4%), English (5.3%), Norwegian (3.2%), American (2.1%), French (1.1%), Scotch-Irish (1.1%).

Elevation: 1246 feet

Races:
      White alone - 247 - 96.5%
      Hispanic - 8 - 3.1%
      Two or more races - 1 - 0.4%

The median age in the city was 46.3 years. 17.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20% were from 25 to 44; 26.6% were from 45 to 64; and 25.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.4% male and 49.6% female.

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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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Meservey, Iowa Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers

If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Meservey, IA or the surrounding areas, Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office. Our local Meservey, IA 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 Meservey, IA testing centers. We also offer onsite mobile drug testing for employers needing to test multiple employees at one time.

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
FDA: Drug Testing

Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
PDR.net

Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
BeSafeRx - FDA

Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
Drugs.com

Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
Merck Manuals

Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
SAMHSA Store

Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
World Health Organization (WHO)

International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
Healthline: Drug Testing

Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
WebMD: Drug Testing

Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
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 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.

Meservey Drug Testing Services

Our Meservey, IA 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 Meservey, IA drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Meservey Accredited Drug Testing centers. Meservey testing centers are located throughout Meservey, IA 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 Meservey

Local Area Info: Meservey, Iowa

Meservey was founded in 1886, shortly after a railroad line was built connecting Mason City and Fort Dodge. It takes its name from the Meservey Brothers who were railroad employees at this time. The western portion of town was originally known as Kausville, and eventually merged into Meservey, and is still legally known as the "Kausville Addition".

As of the census of 2010, there were 256 people, 122 households, and 68 families residing in the city. The population density was 169.5 inhabitants per square mile (65.4/km2). There were 139 housing units at an average density of 92.1 per square mile (35.6/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 99.2% White and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.1% of the population.

There were 122 households of which 19.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.3% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.3% were non-families. 35.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 21.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.69.

Meservey 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.

Meservey 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 Meservey 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 Meservey 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).

Meservey Alcohol Testing

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

Meservey 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 Meservey

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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 Meservey drug testing, Meservey alcohol testing and Meservey 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 Meservey, IA 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