Drug Testing

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by AlCaPwN, Apr 22, 2009.

  1. AlCaPwN

    AlCaPwN Bobtail Member

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    Can i get randomly tested even if i am un-employed and not seeking a driving position?
     
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  3. doubledragon5

    doubledragon5 Road Train Member

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    I don't see how unless you get arrested for something..
     
  4. GasHauler

    GasHauler Master FMCSA Interpreter

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    Any company can do a pre-hire screen and have their own testing program. My wife works with kids on a school bus and she gets tested just like a driver does.
     
  5. dancnoone

    dancnoone "Village Idiot"

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    Most schools will test you before you start. So yes, you can be drug tested before you actively seek a job.
     
  6. simplyred1962

    simplyred1962 Betty Boop, One Bodacious Babe!!!

    And please know, that whether it be random screening, or just applying for a job....sometimes, it isn't ONLY a urine test.

    Sometimes, it can be a "strand" test, which means they will pluck several strands of hair from your head, and find out which drugs you may have used for the past seven years, and how much of it. (this is only if they "pluck hairs)
    If they do a "cut" strand test, it will go back for up to 18 months. (where they simply clip a few strands of hair)
     
  7. dancnoone

    dancnoone "Village Idiot"

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    Most limit testing to a 6 month period. But yes, traces will show further out.
     
    simplyred1962 Thanks this.
  8. ss goose

    ss goose Light Load Member

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    Live your life like they could knock on your door (which they wont) at any time and you will never have to worry bout none of that friend
     
  9. dancnoone

    dancnoone "Village Idiot"

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    I'm really beginning to wonder about that :biggrin_25523:
     
  10. ss goose

    ss goose Light Load Member

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    LMFAO:biggrin_25523: I hear ya driver probably wont be long
     
  11. Miles_Of_Truckin

    Miles_Of_Truckin Light Load Member

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    That would be crazy if they did that kinda thing, well not for me cause im clean. But still just thinking about lol
     
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