Is Drug Screening Too Costly To Do Or Do Without One Company Has The Answer
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Is Drug Screening Too Costly to Implement or Ignore? One Company Offers a Solution!
Summary:
On a typical Monday morning, the director of a financial services company's call center stares at the many empty chairs, lamenting the absence of his partying employees. The issue of absenteeism is widespread, putting pressure on the present staff and impacting productivity. This problem highlights a crucial question: is drug screening too costly to implement or ignore? Labwire, Inc. believes it has the answer.
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The director of a telemarketing division at a financial services company surveys his 3,600-square-foot call center. It's yet another "sickly Monday," with empty seats revealing the absence of employees recovering from their weekend. This absenteeism doesn't just burden management; it also affects the diligent 80% of employees who now bear additional responsibilities.
Recruiting qualified workers is challenging enough, but American businesses can't afford to have employees abusing substances. Most workers don't engage in drug use and prefer not to work with those who do. Many are parents concerned about drug abuse's impact on their children. Therefore, substance-abuse prevention is a shared concern for both employers and workers.
Labwire, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, addresses the often-overlooked cost-effectiveness of drug testing programs. "What stops companies from effective drug prevention is the perceived cost," says Dexter Morris, President of Labwire. "The real waste is not using advanced technology to manage these issues."
Substance abuse in the workplace costs billions annually due to lost productivity, health issues, and accidents. Surprisingly, over 74% of drug users are employed, masking their issues at work. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, more than 8 million Americans use illegal substances.
The economic toll of drug abuse was estimated at $160.7 billion in 2000, with 69% stemming from productivity losses. Medium businesses are particularly vulnerable, as larger companies tend to adopt drug-free policies. Substance abusers avoid firms with testing programs, gravitating instead towards those without such measures.
"We developed a web-based employee screening process for companies at risk," explains Morris. "Our system can be deployed in 30 days, and we can train up to 100 HR professionals online in just 60 minutes."
Substance abusers are notably more prone to workplace accidents and workers' compensation claims. They're also three times more likely to utilize medical benefits. Edward Poole, President of OHS Health and Safety Services Inc., notes that each workplace drug user can cost an employer $11,000-$13,000 annually. Many employers underestimate workplace substance abuse until they implement policies and discover the reality.
Poole recounts a client in the delivery service sector who resisted drug testing but later changed his stance after witnessing unusual behaviors. After implementing a surprise sweep, nine employees left immediately, and of those tested, many were positive for marijuana and cocaine. The owner was shocked at the number of employees under the influence.
When a company decides to tackle workplace drug issues, choosing the right security company becomes crucial. "Check their track record and talk to their clients," advises Morris.
Many businesses are now recognizing the significance of drug testing. Data shows a dramatic rise in testing, with some fluctuations in medium-size businesses. Still, 66% of the country's largest companies conduct drug tests.
"The trend towards more comprehensive drug screening is encouraging," says Morris. Labwire focuses on enhancing drug testing and background screenings for medium and large businesses. "We know the solution for thousands of companies, and we are it," concludes Morris. With companies like Labwire offering affordable solutions, perhaps absenteeism on Monday mornings will become a thing of the past.
Laura Betterly
Press Direct International
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