Nesquehoning, PA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy
Population (female): 1,656
Median Age: 42.9 years
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $683.
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 19.3%
Land Area: 21.2 square miles.
Population Density:
Zip Codes: 18240
Old Hauto - This neighborhood is in the southwestern section of the Borough, at the base of Nesquehoning Mountain to the south. It is bordered by the Nesquehoning Creek and the former Nesquehoning Valley Railroad (now owned by the County of Carbon) on the north. There are two hamlets or housing clusters in this neighborhood. One is the historical Old Hauto Village area, which is located in the west along PA State Route 54. The other housing cluster is a subdivision development located in the easterly part of the neighborhood between PA Route 54 and Park Avenue. It was developed beginning in the late 1960s and is known locally as Hauto Valley Estates.
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)
Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers
If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Nesquehoning, PA or the surrounding areas,
Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office.
Our local Nesquehoning, PA 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 Nesquehoning, PA 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"
Nesquehoning 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
1104 NORTH ST 4.5 miles
1104 NORTH ST
JIM THORPE,
PA
18229
Categories: JIM THORPE PA
211 N 12TH ST 4.9 miles
211 N 12TH ST
LEHIGHTON,
PA
18235
Categories: LEHIGHTON PA
239 N 1st St 5.7 miles
239 N 1st St
Lehighton,
PA
18235
Categories: Lehighton PA
1749 E BROAD ST 9.0 miles
1749 E BROAD ST
HAZELTON,
PA
18201
Categories: HAZELTON PA
231 CLAREMONT AVE 9.3 miles
231 CLAREMONT AVE
TAMAQUA,
PA
18252
Categories: TAMAQUA PA
34 S RAILROAD ST 9.5 miles
34 S RAILROAD ST
TAMAQUA,
PA
18252
Categories: TAMAQUA PA
700 E BROAD ST 9.9 miles
700 E BROAD ST
HAZLETON,
PA
18201
Categories: HAZLETON PA
271 N CEDAR ST 10.5 miles
271 N CEDAR ST
HAZLETON,
PA
18201
Categories: HAZLETON PA
20 N Laurel St, 10.6 miles
20 N Laurel St,
Hazleton,
PA
18201
Categories: Hazleton PA
101 S CHURCH ST 10.6 miles
101 S CHURCH ST
HAZLETON,
PA
18201
Categories: HAZLETON PA
135 LAFAYETTE AVE 11.1 miles
135 LAFAYETTE AVE
PALMERTON,
PA
18071
Categories: PALMERTON PA
1097B N CHURCH ST 11.6 miles
1097B N CHURCH ST
HAZLETON,
PA
18202
Categories: HAZLETON PA
1324 N CHURCH ST STE 2 12.0 miles
1324 N CHURCH ST STE 2
HAZLE TOWNSHIP,
PA
18202
Categories: HAZLE TOWNSHIP PA
50 MOISEY DR STE 208 13.6 miles
50 MOISEY DR STE 208
HAZLE TOWNSHIP,
PA
18202
Categories: HAZLE TOWNSHIP PA
1000 ALLIANCE DR 13.9 miles
1000 ALLIANCE DR
HAZLETON,
PA
18202
Categories: HAZLETON PA
1120 CENTRE TPKE 21.4 miles
1120 CENTRE TPKE
ORWIGSBURG,
PA
17961
Categories: ORWIGSBURG PA
1636 ROUTE 209, 111 21.6 miles
1636 ROUTE 209, 111
BRODHEADSVILLE,
PA
18322
Categories: BRODHEADSVILLE PA
73 COAL ST 22.1 miles
73 COAL ST
PORT CARBON,
PA
17965
Categories: PORT CARBON PA
2069 Route 209, Lower Level 22.2 miles
2069 Route 209, Lower Level
Brodheadsville,
PA
18322
Categories: Brodheadsville PA
400 N 17TH ST STE 207 FAIRGROUNDS MEDICAL CENTER 22.3 miles
400 N 17TH ST STE 207 FAIRGROUNDS MEDICAL CENTER
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
100 COMMUNITY DR STE 102 22.4 miles
100 COMMUNITY DR STE 102
TOBYHANNA,
PA
18466
Categories: TOBYHANNA PA
1503 N Cedar Crest Blvd 22.8 miles
1503 N Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown,
PA
18104
Categories: Allentown PA
227 S ROUTE 100 22.8 miles
227 S ROUTE 100
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18106
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
4825 W TILGHMAN ST 22.9 miles
4825 W TILGHMAN ST
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
4815 W TILGHMAN ST 23.0 miles
4815 W TILGHMAN ST
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
4144 W TILGHMAN ST 23.3 miles
4144 W TILGHMAN ST
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
420 S JACKSON ST 23.4 miles
420 S JACKSON ST
POTTSVILLE,
PA
17901
Categories: POTTSVILLE PA
501 CETRONIA RD STE 105 23.5 miles
501 CETRONIA RD STE 105
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
400-B South 4th Street, 23.5 miles
400-B South 4th Street,
Hamburg,
PA
19526
Categories: Hamburg PA
FASHION DR 23.9 miles
FASHION DR
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18109
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
6900 HAMILTON BLVD STE 145 24.4 miles
6900 HAMILTON BLVD STE 145
TREXLERTOWN,
PA
18087
Categories: TREXLERTOWN PA
1608 W Allen St, 24.4 miles
1608 W Allen St,
Allentown,
PA
18102
Categories: Allentown PA
2015 W HAMILTON ST 24.5 miles
2015 W HAMILTON ST
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
951 N 4TH ST 24.6 miles
951 N 4TH ST
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18102
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
2015 WEST HAMILTON ST, STE 104 24.8 miles
2015 WEST HAMILTON ST, STE 104
ALLENTOWN,
PA
18104
Categories: ALLENTOWN PA
1851 W End Ave, 24.9 miles
1851 W End Ave,
Pottsville,
PA
17901
Categories: Pottsville PA
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 Nesquehoning drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Nesquehoning drug testing and Nesquehoning alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.
Services provided at our Nesquehoning drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing are designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Nesquehoning drug testing needs.
Nesquehoning Drug Testing Services
Our Nesquehoning, PA 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 Nesquehoning, PA drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Nesquehoning Accredited Drug Testing centers. Nesquehoning testing centers are located throughout Nesquehoning, PA 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 Nesquehoning
Local Area Info: Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania
Nesquehoning is a borough in Carbon County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 3,349 at the 2010 census. The name is of Native American origin, commonly believed to signify "narrow valley;" however native language scholars translate the name as "at the black lick" or "at the dirty lick," referring to mineral licks frequented by deer or other animals. Nesquehoning was established as a result of the anthracite coal mining industry. It was incorporated as a borough in 1974, having previously been a part of Mauch Chunk Township.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 21.6 square miles (55.9 km²), of which, 21.2 square miles (54.8 km²) of it is land and 0.4 square miles (1.1 km²) of it (1.90%) is water. Nesquehoning is located 3 miles west of Jim Thorpe and 4 miles northeast of Lansford. Nesquehoning's elevation is at 830 feet above sea level.
Nesquehoning Village - This neighborhood is located in the southeastern section of the Borough with the Nesquehoning Creek serving as its northern border. More than half of the Borough's residents live in this neighborhood.
Nesquehoning 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.
Nesquehoning 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 Nesquehoning 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 Nesquehoning 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).
Nesquehoning Alcohol Testing
In addition to offering Nesquehoning drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.
Nesquehoning 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 Nesquehoning
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 Nesquehoning drug testing, Nesquehoning alcohol testing and Nesquehoning 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 Nesquehoning, PA 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): 1,656
Median Age: 42.9 years
Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $683.
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 19.3%
Land Area: 21.2 square miles.
Population Density:
Zip Codes: 18240
Old Hauto - This neighborhood is in the southwestern section of the Borough, at the base of Nesquehoning Mountain to the south. It is bordered by the Nesquehoning Creek and the former Nesquehoning Valley Railroad (now owned by the County of Carbon) on the north. There are two hamlets or housing clusters in this neighborhood. One is the historical Old Hauto Village area, which is located in the west along PA State Route 54. The other housing cluster is a subdivision development located in the easterly part of the neighborhood between PA Route 54 and Park Avenue. It was developed beginning in the late 1960s and is known locally as Hauto Valley Estates.
