Spokane Valley, WA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy
Population (total):
Population (male): 48,995
Poverty (breakdown): (11.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 16.4% for Black residents, 22.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 24.7% for American Indian residents, 16.7% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 25.6% for other race residents, 16.7% for two or more races residents)
Elevation:
Land Area:
Zip Codes: 99037, 99216
In 1862, A. C. "Charley" Kendall established a store on the north side of the Spokane River. A bridge to cross the river at Kendall's store was soon built by Joe Herring, Timothy Lee, and Ned Jordan in 1864. A small community, known as Spokane Bridge, began to build up near the bridge. M. M. Cowley took over the holdings of Charley Kendall in 1872, including the bridge, a trading post and a log hotel.
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)
Spokane Valley, Washington Drug and Alcohol Testing Centers
If you are an employer or individual in need of a Drug or Alcohol Test in Spokane Valley, WA or the surrounding areas,
Accredited Drug Testing has multiple drug and alcohol testing locations within minutes of your home or office.
Our local Spokane Valley, WA 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 Spokane Valley, WA 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"
Spokane Valley 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
1014 N PINES RD STE 210 0.5 miles
1014 N PINES RD STE 210
SPOKANE VALLEY,
WA
99206
Categories: SPOKANE VALLEY WA
12510 E Sprague Ave STE 7 1.1 miles
12510 E Sprague Ave STE 7
SPOKANE VALLEY,
WA
99216
Categories: SPOKANE VALLEY WA
15425 E MISSION AVE 2.0 miles
15425 E MISSION AVE
VERADALE,
WA
99037
Categories: VERADALE WA
621 N ARGONNE RD STE 100 2.2 miles
621 N ARGONNE RD STE 100
SPOKANE VALLEY,
WA
99212
Categories: SPOKANE VALLEY WA
407 E 2ND AVE SUITE 257 - SUMMIT REHAB BLDG 6.6 miles
407 E 2ND AVE SUITE 257 - SUMMIT REHAB BLDG
SPOKANE,
WA
99202
Categories: SPOKANE WA
2005 E 29TH AVE 7.3 miles
2005 E 29TH AVE
SPOKANE,
WA
99203
Categories: SPOKANE WA
357 E 3RD AVE 7.9 miles
357 E 3RD AVE
SPOKANE,
WA
99202
Categories: SPOKANE WA
323 E 2ND AVE STE 102 7.9 miles
323 E 2ND AVE STE 102
SPOKANE,
WA
99202
Categories: SPOKANE WA
5904 N DIVISION ST 8.4 miles
5904 N DIVISION ST
SPOKANE,
WA
99208
Categories: SPOKANE WA
601 W 5th Avenue, Suite 306 8.6 miles
601 W 5th Avenue, Suite 306
Spokane,
WA
99204
Categories: Spokane WA
1101 W COLLEGE AVE 8.8 miles
1101 W COLLEGE AVE
SPOKANE,
WA
99201
Categories: SPOKANE WA
1710 W MISSION AVE 9.2 miles
1710 W MISSION AVE
SPOKANE,
WA
99201
Categories: SPOKANE WA
9222 N NEWPORT HWY STE 1 9.2 miles
9222 N NEWPORT HWY STE 1
SPOKANE,
WA
99218
Categories: SPOKANE WA
PO BOX 18101 10.4 miles
PO BOX 18101
SPOKANE,
WA
99228
Categories: SPOKANE WA
306 N SPOKANE ST UNIT J 13.8 miles
306 N SPOKANE ST UNIT J
POST FALLS,
ID
83854
Categories: POST FALLS ID
1300 E MULLAN AVE STE 600 14.6 miles
1300 E MULLAN AVE STE 600
POST FALLS,
ID
83854
Categories: POST FALLS ID
750 N SYRINGA ST STE 100 14.8 miles
750 N SYRINGA ST STE 100
POST FALLS,
ID
83854
Categories: POST FALLS ID
750 N SYRINGA ST STE 200A 14.8 miles
750 N SYRINGA ST STE 200A
POST FALLS,
ID
83854
Categories: POST FALLS ID
1118 W IRONWOOD DR, 20.4 miles
1118 W IRONWOOD DR,
COEUR D ALENE,
ID
83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID
700 W IRONWOOD DR STE 170E 20.6 miles
700 W IRONWOOD DR STE 170E
COEUR D ALENE,
ID
83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID
700 W IRONWOOD DR STE 170 20.6 miles
700 W IRONWOOD DR STE 170
COEUR D ALENE,
ID
83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID
2003 KOOTENAI HEALTH WAY 20.6 miles
2003 KOOTENAI HEALTH WAY
COEUR D ALENE,
ID
83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID
1701 LINCOLN WAY 20.9 miles
1701 LINCOLN WAY
COEUR D ALENE,
ID
83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID
566 W PRAIRIE AVE 21.3 miles
566 W PRAIRIE AVE
COEUR D ALENE,
ID
83815
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID
5433 N GOVERNMENT WAY STE B 21.3 miles
5433 N GOVERNMENT WAY STE B
COEUR D ALENE,
ID
83815
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID
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 Spokane Valley drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Spokane Valley drug testing and Spokane Valley alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.
Services provided at our Spokane Valley drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing are designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Spokane Valley drug testing needs.
Spokane Valley Drug Testing Services
Our Spokane Valley, WA 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 Spokane Valley, WA drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Spokane Valley Accredited Drug Testing centers. Spokane Valley testing centers are located throughout Spokane Valley, WA 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 Spokane Valley
Local Area Info: Spokane Valley, Washington
Spokane Valley is a city in Spokane County, Washington, United States, and the largest suburb of Spokane. It is located east of Spokane, west of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho and surrounds the city of Millwood on three sides. The city incorporated as the City of Spokane Valley on March 31, 2003. The Washington State Office of Financial Management estimates the city’s population as 94,919 as of 2015.
Spokane Valley is named after the valley of the Spokane River, in which it is located. Before becoming an incorporated city, the area was and still is referred to as "The Valley" by residents of the Spokane–Coeur d'Alene area.
The city was formed from a merger of the unincorporated census-designated places (CDPs) of Dishman, Opportunity, Trentwood, Veradale, as well as the western section of the CDP of Greenacres. Unlike the other five towns, Millwood avoided becoming part of Spokane Valley by incorporating itself in 1927; although, it is part of the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce.
For thousands of years, the Spokane Valley area was populated by members of the Upper Band of the Interior Salish Indians, calling themselves “Sn-tutuul-i”, the meaning of which is not known. In about 1783, fur traders from the North West Company began traveling through the area. They called these Indians the “Spokanes” which has been interpreted as meaning “Children of the Sun.” The Spokanes were a peaceful people, on friendly terms with neighboring tribes and later the fur traders and missionaries who came to the area. They fished salmon, hunted game, and ate camassia roots and berries they gathered.
Spokane Valley 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.
Spokane Valley 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 Spokane Valley 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 Spokane Valley 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).
Spokane Valley Alcohol Testing
In addition to offering Spokane Valley drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.
Spokane Valley 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 Spokane Valley
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 Spokane Valley drug testing, Spokane Valley alcohol testing and Spokane Valley 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 Spokane Valley, WA 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 (total):
Population (male): 48,995
Poverty (breakdown): (11.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 16.4% for Black residents, 22.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 24.7% for American Indian residents, 16.7% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 25.6% for other race residents, 16.7% for two or more races residents)
Elevation:
Land Area:
Zip Codes: 99037, 99216
In 1862, A. C. "Charley" Kendall established a store on the north side of the Spokane River. A bridge to cross the river at Kendall's store was soon built by Joe Herring, Timothy Lee, and Ned Jordan in 1864. A small community, known as Spokane Bridge, began to build up near the bridge. M. M. Cowley took over the holdings of Charley Kendall in 1872, including the bridge, a trading post and a log hotel.
