Ragland, AL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy
Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,685 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: -12.1%
Population (male): 772
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 19.8%
Poverty (breakdown): (22.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 2.6% for Black residents, 100.0% for American Indian residents, 22.6% for two or more races residents)
Sex Offenders: According to our research of Alabama and other state lists, there were 15 registered sex offenders living in Ragland, Alabama as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ragland is 129 to 1.>
Ancestries: Ancestries: American (36.5%), Irish (10.4%), English (4.9%), German (3.9%), French (1.3%).
Elevation: 520 feet
Land Area: 16.8 square miles.
Zip Codes: 35131
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,918 people, 729 households, and 567 families residing in the town. The population density was 114.5 people per square mile (44.2/kmò). There were 840 housing units at an average density of 50.1 per square mile (19.4/kmò). The racial makeup of the town was 82.17% White, 17.00% Black or African American, 0.05% Native American, 0.05% Asian, 0.10% from other races, and 0.63% from two or more races.
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)
Ragland, Alabama Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers
If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Ragland, AL or the surrounding areas,
Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office.
Our local Ragland, AL 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 Ragland, AL 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"
Ragland 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
47344 US HIGHWAY 78 9.9 miles
47344 US HIGHWAY 78
LINCOLN,
AL
35096
Categories: LINCOLN AL
20 Hazelwood Dr 11.7 miles
20 Hazelwood Dr
PELL CITY,
AL
35125
Categories: PELL CITY AL
2811 DR JOHN HAYNES DR 11.8 miles
2811 DR JOHN HAYNES DR
PELL CITY,
AL
35125
Categories: PELL CITY AL
70 PLAZA DR 12.4 miles
70 PLAZA DR
PELL CITY,
AL
35125
Categories: PELL CITY AL
2108 RAINBOW DR 17.6 miles
2108 RAINBOW DR
GADSDEN,
AL
35901
Categories: GADSDEN AL
3151 CREWS LANE 19.1 miles
3151 CREWS LANE
LINCOLN,
AL
35096
Categories: LINCOLN AL
21 E 11TH ST 19.7 miles
21 E 11TH ST
ANNISTON,
AL
36201
Categories: ANNISTON AL
1325 QUINTARD AVE 19.8 miles
1325 QUINTARD AVE
ANNISTON,
AL
36201
Categories: ANNISTON AL
1412 LEIGHTON AVE 19.8 miles
1412 LEIGHTON AVE
ANNISTON,
AL
36207
Categories: ANNISTON AL
604 S 4TH ST 19.9 miles
604 S 4TH ST
GADSDEN,
AL
35901
Categories: GADSDEN AL
620 QUINTARD DR 20.0 miles
620 QUINTARD DR
OXFORD,
AL
36203
Categories: OXFORD AL
901 Leighton Avenue Ste 302, 20.0 miles
901 Leighton Avenue Ste 302,
Anniston,
AL
36207
Categories: Anniston AL
731 LEIGHTON AVE 20.0 miles
731 LEIGHTON AVE
ANNISTON,
AL
36207
Categories: ANNISTON AL
400 E 10TH ST 20.0 miles
400 E 10TH ST
ANNISTON,
AL
36207
Categories: ANNISTON AL
3206 W MEIGHAN BLVD 20.0 miles
3206 W MEIGHAN BLVD
GADSDEN,
AL
35904
Categories: GADSDEN AL
302 S 4TH ST 20.3 miles
302 S 4TH ST
GADSDEN,
AL
35901
Categories: GADSDEN AL
700 QUINTARD AVE 20.4 miles
700 QUINTARD AVE
ANNISTON,
AL
36201
Categories: ANNISTON AL
124 N 5TH ST 20.5 miles
124 N 5TH ST
GADSDEN,
AL
35901
Categories: GADSDEN AL
307 E MEIGHAN BLVD 20.7 miles
307 E MEIGHAN BLVD
GADSDEN,
AL
35903
Categories: GADSDEN AL
366 East Meighan Blvd 20.7 miles
366 East Meighan Blvd
Gadsden,
AL
35903
Categories: Gadsden AL
1007 GOODYEAR AVE 21.1 miles
1007 GOODYEAR AVE
GADSDEN,
AL
35903
Categories: GADSDEN AL
604 STONE AVE 21.4 miles
604 STONE AVE
TALLADEGA,
AL
35160
Categories: TALLADEGA AL
803 North Street East 21.4 miles
803 North Street East
TALLADEGA,
AL
35160
Categories: TALLADEGA AL
1707 HILLYER ROBINSON INDUSTRIAL PKWY S STE G 21.6 miles
1707 HILLYER ROBINSON INDUSTRIAL PKWY S STE G
OXFORD,
AL
36203
Categories: OXFORD AL
6 ALLEN PKWY 21.8 miles
6 ALLEN PKWY
OXFORD,
AL
36203
Categories: OXFORD AL
1612 HAMRIC DR E STE 100 22.0 miles
1612 HAMRIC DR E STE 100
OXFORD,
AL
36203
Categories: OXFORD AL
2701 MOODY PKWY 22.6 miles
2701 MOODY PKWY
MOODY,
AL
35004
Categories: MOODY AL
203 SHIRLEY ST 23.0 miles
203 SHIRLEY ST
ONEONTA,
AL
35121
Categories: ONEONTA AL
1000 LINCOLN AVE STE B 23.1 miles
1000 LINCOLN AVE STE B
ONEONTA,
AL
35121
Categories: ONEONTA AL
150 GILBREATH DR 23.4 miles
150 GILBREATH DR
ONEONTA,
AL
35121
Categories: ONEONTA AL
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 Ragland drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Ragland drug testing and Ragland alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.
Services provided at our Ragland drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing are designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Ragland drug testing needs.
Ragland Drug Testing Services
Our Ragland, AL 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 Ragland, AL drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Ragland Accredited Drug Testing centers. Ragland testing centers are located throughout Ragland, AL 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 Ragland
Local Area Info: Ragland, Alabama
Ragland is a town in St. Clair County, Alabama, United States southeast of Ashville. It incorporated in 1899. At the 2010 census the population was 1,639, down from 1,918 in 2000. It is part of the Birmingham-Hoover-Cullman Combined Statistical Area.
An F4 tornado struck from the southwest on Palm Sunday, March 27, 1994 at 10:55 a.m. At 11:27 a.m., the National Weather Service of Birmingham issued a tornado warning for northern Calhoun, southeastern Etowah, and southern Cherokee counties. Twelve minutes later, the tornado destroyed Piedmont's Goshen United Methodist Church.
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,918 people, 729 households, and 567 families residing in the town. The population density was 114.5 people per square mile (44.2/km²). There were 840 housing units at an average density of 50.1 per square mile (19.4/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 82.17% White, 17.00% Black or African American, 0.05% Native American, 0.05% Asian, 0.10% from other races, and 0.63% from two or more races.
Ragland 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.
Ragland 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 Ragland 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 Ragland 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).
Ragland Alcohol Testing
In addition to offering Ragland drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.
Ragland 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 Ragland
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 Ragland drug testing, Ragland alcohol testing and Ragland 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 Ragland, AL 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
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Population (total): Population in 2017: 1,685 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: -12.1%
Population (male): 772
Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 19.8%
Poverty (breakdown): (22.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 2.6% for Black residents, 100.0% for American Indian residents, 22.6% for two or more races residents)
Sex Offenders: According to our research of Alabama and other state lists, there were 15 registered sex offenders living in Ragland, Alabama as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ragland is 129 to 1.>
Ancestries: Ancestries: American (36.5%), Irish (10.4%), English (4.9%), German (3.9%), French (1.3%).
Elevation: 520 feet
Land Area: 16.8 square miles.
Zip Codes: 35131
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,918 people, 729 households, and 567 families residing in the town. The population density was 114.5 people per square mile (44.2/kmò). There were 840 housing units at an average density of 50.1 per square mile (19.4/kmò). The racial makeup of the town was 82.17% White, 17.00% Black or African American, 0.05% Native American, 0.05% Asian, 0.10% from other races, and 0.63% from two or more races.
