Many countries have different drug testing laws, all of them are vary from certain requirements, some necessitates drug testing in specific occasions while some don’t. Hence, it is important to check local laws about conducting tests to determine the usage of illegal drugs among persons in order to avoid possible legal issues and other problems relating to violation of some rights of individuals.
In order to conduct the right methods in conducting drug tests, it’s important to keep in mind that there are existing laws that might be useful.
Drug tests are necessary to major companies, this is why applicants and employees are required to submit to this process. This process will prevent any unpleasant events that might happen if some of the employees are being influenced by illegal drugs and this will save the company’ reputation and good image.
Many countries mandates pre-employment drug testing but it should be conducted according to the country’s drug testing laws.
Companies may require random drug testing among its employees to ensure all workers are free from illegal drugs abuse. This is especially done on organizations and companies where its employees are performing crucial tasks that involve safety of other people; such as bus and taxi drivers, pilots, and ship captains.
In some countries, there are laws that a person who was involved in a vehicular accident must undergo post accident drug tests as a part of the investigation. Also, insurance companies needs the results of such tests for matters involving claims to the damages. A positive result could greatly influence the decision of the insurance company to pay its obligations on the damages incurred; hence, this procedure is required by some insurance companies prior to processing the payment of claims.
Bear in mind that before doing any drug tests, one must be careful and considerate of the local drug testing laws because some individuals are not comfortable to undergo that process.
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