Forest, VA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 4,560

Median Age: 44.1 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $900.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Forest: 84.0 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 7.6% for Black residents, 42.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (22.2%), English (13.4%), German (10.2%), Irish (8.5%), Scotch-Irish (3.8%), Scottish (2.5%).

Elevation: 880 feet

Land Area: 14.6 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 24502, 24503, 24551

Races:
      White alone - 7,818 - 85.9%
      Black alone - 644 - 7.1%
      Asian alone - 274 - 3.0%
      Hispanic - 265 - 2.9%
      Two or more races - 76 - 0.8%
      Other race alone - 18 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 9 - 0.10%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 2 - 0.02%

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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)

Onsite Testing

On-Site Drug Testing Forest, VA

Time is money, we can come to you. Accredited Drug Testing provides on-site drug testing services in Forest, VA and throughout the local area for employers who need drug or alcohol testing at their place of business or other location. On-site drug testing methods include urine drug testing, hair drug testing, oral saliva drug testing and breath alcohol testing. Both instant drug test results and laboratory analyzed testing is available. Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident.

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FARMVILLE, VA 23901
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(800) 221-4291

Drug Test Screening Panels Available In Forest, VA

We offer a 5-panel drug test, which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • PCP

We offer a 10-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbituates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene

We offer a 12-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene
  • Meperidine
  • Tramadol

** Customized drug testing panels such as bath salts, synthetic marijuana, steroids and other drugs are also available.

Urine or Hair On-site Drug Testing In Forest, VA - You Choose!

Our on-site drug testing services in Forest, VA include urine drug testing, which has a detection period of 1-5 days and hair drug testing which has a detection period of up to 90 days. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours, when analyzed by our SAMHSA Certified Laboratories. Negative instant test results are available immediately, non-negative test results require laboratory confirmation.

Why Use On-Site Drug Testing in Forest, VA?

Time is money and when sending an employee to one of our many drug testing centers in Forest, VA would cause disruption to your business operations or affect your employees work productivity, conducting on-site drug testing will eliminate these issues.

Who Uses On-Site Drug Testing?

  • Construction Sites
  • Manufacturing Plants
  • Power Plants
  • Motor Pool Facilities
  • Car Dealerships
  • Trucking/Transportation Companies
  • Schools
  • Sports Venues
  • Hospitals
  • Oil & Gas Drillings Sites

Are you a DOT Regulated Company?

Accredited Drug Testing has trained and qualified collectors who also specialize in providing on-site drug testing services for all DOT modes to include:

Additional DOT Services:

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

How To Schedule On-Site Drug Testing In Forest, VA?

Step 1 - Call our on-site coordinator at (800)221-4291

Step 2 - Have at least 10 employees needing to be tested (recommended)

Step 3 - Provide the date, location and time of the requested on-site drug testing services

In addition to on-site drug testing in Forest, VA, we also have drug testing centers available at the following locations.

(800) 221-4291

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Local Area Info: Forest, Virginia

Forest is a census-designated place (CDP) in Bedford and Campbell counties in the U.S. state of Virginia. The population was 9,106 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Lynchburg Metropolitan Statistical Area.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 13.9 square miles (35.9 km2), of which 13.7 square miles (35.6 km2) is land and 0.12 square miles (0.3 km2), or 0.89%, is water.

Forest is a suburban part of metropolitan Lynchburg, containing many subdivided properties carved from and around surrounding farms and woodlands. The Ivy Hill community is the largest development and is built around the Ivy Hill Golf Course. The community has been experiencing rapid growth and development over the past 10 years, especially after Rte 221 was widened to 4 lanes in 2009. The growth of commercial businesses and housing which slowed briefly during the 2007-2010 recession, is expected to continue into the near future. The recent construction of shopping centers such as Cavalier Corner and the large Forest Square strip mall beside the post office evidence this recent growth. Forest is home to Jefferson Forest High School (the Cavaliers, ~1400 students), Forest Middle School (the Knights, ~1100 students), Forest Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, and New London Academy.

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Population (female): 4,560

Median Age: 44.1 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $900.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Forest: 84.0 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 8.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 7.6% for Black residents, 42.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (22.2%), English (13.4%), German (10.2%), Irish (8.5%), Scotch-Irish (3.8%), Scottish (2.5%).

Elevation: 880 feet

Land Area: 14.6 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 24502, 24503, 24551

Races:
      White alone - 7,818 - 85.9%
      Black alone - 644 - 7.1%
      Asian alone - 274 - 3.0%
      Hispanic - 265 - 2.9%
      Two or more races - 76 - 0.8%
      Other race alone - 18 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 9 - 0.10%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 2 - 0.02%

(800) 221-4291