Spenard, Alaska Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers
If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Spenard, AK or the surrounding areas,
Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office.
Our local Spenard, AK 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 Spenard, AK testing centers.
We also offer onsite mobile drug testing for employers needing to test multiple employees at one time.
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Spenard 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
5001 ARCTIC BLVD STE 100 1.7 miles
5001 ARCTIC BLVD STE 100
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99503
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
300 W 36TH AVE STE A 2.1 miles
300 W 36TH AVE STE A
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99503
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
207 E Northern Lights Ste 110 2.3 miles
207 E Northern Lights Ste 110
Anchorage,
AK
99503
Categories: Anchorage AK
800 CORDOVA ST 3.4 miles
800 CORDOVA ST
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99501
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
4100 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 100 3.7 miles
4100 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 100
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99508
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
4100 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 322 3.7 miles
4100 LAKE OTIS PKWY STE 322
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99508
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
4015 LAKE OTIS PKWY #100 3.7 miles
4015 LAKE OTIS PKWY #100
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99508
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
2211 E Northern Lights Bouleva, Suite 210 3.8 miles
2211 E Northern Lights Bouleva, Suite 210
Anchorage,
AK
99508
Categories: Anchorage AK
4120 Laurel Street, Suite 103 3.8 miles
4120 Laurel Street, Suite 103
Anchorage,
AK
99508
Categories: Anchorage AK
2716 E TUDOR RD 3.9 miles
2716 E TUDOR RD
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99507
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
2211 E NORTHERN LIGHTS BLVD STE 101 ATTN OCC MED 4.6 miles
2211 E NORTHERN LIGHTS BLVD STE 101 ATTN OCC MED
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99508
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
9500 INDEPENDENCE DR STE 900 4.6 miles
9500 INDEPENDENCE DR STE 900
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99507
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
12350 INDUSTRY WAY STE 160 5.6 miles
12350 INDUSTRY WAY STE 160
ANCHORAGE,
AK
99515
Categories: ANCHORAGE AK
17101 SNOWMOBILE LN STE 102 17.0 miles
17101 SNOWMOBILE LN STE 102
EAGLE RIVER,
AK
99577
Categories: EAGLE RIVER AK
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 Spenard drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Spenard drug testing and Spenard alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.
Services provided at our Spenard drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing are designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Spenard drug testing needs.
Spenard Drug Testing Services
Our Spenard, AK 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 Spenard, AK drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Spenard Accredited Drug Testing centers. Spenard testing centers are located throughout Spenard, AK 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 Spenard
Local Area Info: Spenard, Anchorage
Spenard is a neighborhood in the Municipality of Anchorage, Alaska, United States and was historically a separate city from Anchorage. Spenard maintains the flavor of a separate community today, with "Spenardi Gras" being its primary community celebration that encourages a sense of solidarity and separation from the rest of Anchorage. Spenard is a central focus of bohemian lifestyle practitioners and artists and writers, and is well known for its numerous poetry jams, bicycle parties, and other similar events.
The road that bears its name, Spenard Road, begins at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport at its southern end, and continues north toward downtown before ending at Westchester Lagoon, where it turns and becomes part of I Street.
Before unification of the City of Anchorage and the Greater Anchorage Area Borough in 1975, Spenard was a city in its own right. It is arguably older than Anchorage itself, although records are not clear. Anchorage was founded on Ship Creek during construction of the Alaska Railroad. Spenard began as a lumber camp. The road from the lumber camp to the tent city on Ship Creek was subsequently named "Spenard Road" for Joe Spenard, an owner of the lumber camp. Joe Spenard built a dance hall/resort on the shores of Spenard Lake, which burned down after a brief period of great success. From the beginning, Spenard was the place where Anchorage went to have fun[citation needed].
Spenard 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.
Spenard 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 Spenard 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 Spenard 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).
Spenard Alcohol Testing
In addition to offering Spenard drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.
Spenard 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 Spenard
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 Spenard drug testing, Spenard alcohol testing and Spenard 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 Spenard, AK 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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