Does Blue Beacon drug test?

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Justin Parker · Accepted Answer

Yes, Blue Beacon drug tests all potential employees and sometimes drug screens current employees. During the hiring process, Blue Beacon requests applicants to take a supervised drug test; this consists of a manager being in the room right outside of the bathroom while you take the test.

Here is the process of the drug test for Blue Beacon on site:

The Blue Beacon manager will ask you to empty your pockets
You go to an adjacent bathroom to fill a cup for a urinalysis drug screening
You get the results of the drug test the same day you take it

Blue Beacon uses a urine test to screen candidates for drugs. The drug test used by the company is a standardized five-panel urine test with instant results. This can detect the five most commonly abused drugs and substances:

Cannabis CocaineOpiatesAmphetaminePCP

The company also holds the right to use other drug tests on its employees, such as saliva or hair tests.

The only times the company requests a drug test for current employees are when an employee:

Is suspected of being intoxicated at workIs involved in a workplace accidentExperiences a work-related injury

In any of these instances, a failed drug test can result in disciplinary action, including termination, and possible criminal prosecution, if the employee has endangered the lives of their co-workers.