Marijuana positivity in America’s workplace
Data shows increases in marijuana positivity rates across workforce categories, drug test specimen types, and regions in the United States.
Drug use rises again in the American workforce
Drug positivity in 2019 hit a 16-year high in the US workforce, according to the latest Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index.
Ask the experts: Is an oral fluid drug test safe?
During the novel coronavirus health crisis, many employers ask is if an oral fluid drug test is safe in the current circumstances. Under rigorous safety procedures, drug testing continues across the country.
Electronic breath alcohol test (eBAT) now available
With an expanding collection site network, electronic breath alcohol testing, or eBAT, from an industry leader is now a reality.
Webinar: COVID-19 and the Workplace
Scientists from Quest Diagnostics presented a webinar called, “Ask the experts: COVID-19 and the Workplace." Watch a recording on-demand.
Drug test collections during the COVID-19 emergency
Quest Diagnostics continues to provide workplace drug and alcohol testing solutions while working to maintain a safe environment for donors and employees.
Random drug testing benefits employers
As drug use continues to rise, it is more important than ever to combine pre-employment testing with a random drug testing program.
Marijuana frequently asked questions
Whether it is about its legal status, its side effects, or if employers can drug test employees, questions are plentiful about marijuana. We’ve answered some of the most frequently asked questions to help you sift through the noise and get a true sense of the current state of marijuana.
3 ways we are improving customer support
We compiled the top 3 reasons why our employer customers contact us to build self-service resources to best support their most common drug testing inquiries.
New Drug Testing Savings Calculator tabulates ROI
Our new Drug Testing Savings Calculator help companies evaluate the return on their drug testing investment. Try it out for yourself.
Latest posts
Proposed guidelines for hair drug testing
SAMHSA has proposed scientific and technical guidelines for the inclusion of hair in Federal drug testing programs. Note: These are only proposed Guidelines and hair testing is not approved for any Federally mandated drug (eg, DOT) testing. Read all public comments online including those from Quest.
Cocaine overdose deaths climb in the US
As drug use and drug overdoses continue to surge, workforce drug testing is a critical part of maintaining a safe workplace. Implementing a drug testing program with a robust testing panel helps to detects drugs like cocaine in current and potential employees.
Lab quality you can count on
Our laboratories have checks and balances that include a two-step testing process, quality assurance team, and lab inspections to champion quality in workforce drug testing.
Top 5 tips to avoid the most common drug testing mistakes
Implementing a drug test program should take time and thoughtful consideration, but it does not need to be complicated. Our tools and resources can help you navigate the options and consider details that help your organization to build a safe, healthy, and drug-free workplace.
Know the risks of marijuana
Increased awareness on the potential risks of marijuana is needed as more states continue to pass legislation around the drug.
The cost of an accident at work
Drug testing is an important tool to help employers reduce on-the-job accidents and maintain a drug-free work environment.
