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Drug and alcohol testing in the workplace--objectives, pitfalls, and guidelines
1Yale University School of Medicine, Connecticut Mental Health Center, New Haven 06519.
The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse
|January 1, 1989
Summary
This study explores workplace drug and alcohol testing, covering its history, motivations, and legal aspects. It offers guidelines for fair testing and minimizing harm.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Forensic Toxicology
- Labor Law
Background:
- Workplace drug and alcohol testing has evolved significantly.
- Motivations for testing include safety, productivity, and liability reduction.
- Current programs vary in scope and methodology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of workplace drug and alcohol testing.
- To analyze the legal principles governing testing disputes.
- To propose guidelines for equitable and effective testing programs.
Main Methods:
- Historical analysis of drug testing development.
- Review of legal precedents and ethical considerations.
- Examination of existing workplace testing program models.
Main Results:
- Workplace testing presents complex ethical and legal challenges.
- Potential pitfalls include privacy violations and inaccurate results.
- Fairness and harm minimization require careful program design.
Conclusions:
- Implementing workplace drug and alcohol testing necessitates a balanced approach.
- Guidelines are crucial for ensuring fairness and mitigating negative consequences.
- Further research can refine best practices for workplace testing.