Random Drug testing in the work place.

DO any of you work for a company that does random drug testing? and if so how is it done? do they just call you up one day? or is it done every so many days/months etc, and how do you deal with it?

 

I have worked for several places that did random testing and each had different methods. Some places say "random" but mean they reserve the right to target anyone they think might be using. Others "random" test after holidays, long weekends, and vacations. Only one place did actual random testing, a couple people per day, but they were bound by law to do so. (not sure if it was a daily, weekly, or monthly quota but they did some every day)

As far as dealing with it, well, it plain sucks. First find out what method they use and stick to things that wont show up at all or within 24-48 hrs. Only use when your within the window of opportunity and be aware holidays, vacations, etc are prime targets. Better to get high some regular Friday after work and skip out on new years eve IMO. Whatever you do dont smoke pot. I have seen so many people lose good jobs because they smoked now and then.

 

we just started doing randoms at my place of employment...you will only be tested upon susspision or injury! but suprise suprise to all off our new applicants we drug test before we will hand you an application! glad I hired in before this came upon....