NovaOne Test Descriptions
NoveOne provides great attention to each of these services to plays a crucial role in promoting workplace safety, maintaining compliance with regulations, and addressing substance abuse issues effectively within organizations. NovaOne's comprehensive offerings and expert training empower employers to create safer and healthier work environments for their employees.
Testing and Training
TESTING
Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Collections (DOT and NON-DOT):
This service involves conducting drug and alcohol testing as part of the pre-employment screening process for job applicants. Both DOT and non-DOT testing options are available, depending on the regulatory requirements of the industry or organization. DOT testing follows specific guidelines set by the Department of Transportation, while non-DOT testing is tailored to other industries.
Panel, 10 Panel, Instant Test POCT (Point of Collections Testing):
NovaOne offers a variety of panel testing options to detect different substances. A 5-panel test typically screens for commonly abused drugs like marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and PCP. A 10-panel test expands the screening to include additional substances such as benzodiazepines, barbiturates, methadone, and propoxyphene. Instant Test POCT allows for rapid testing with immediate results at the collection site, enhancing efficiency and convenience.
Hair Drug Testing
Hair drug testing is a method used to detect the presence of drugs or their metabolites in a person's hair follicles. This type of testing is commonly employed by employers, law enforcement agencies, and other organizations for various purposes, including pre-employment screening, random testing, and post-incident investigations.
Random Drug Testing
Random drug testing selections refer to the process of selecting individuals for drug testing from a pool of employees or candidates in a manner that is truly random and unbiased. This selection process is a critical component of random drug testing programs and is essential for ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance with legal requirements.
Post Accident Testing
Following workplace accidents or incidents, post-accident testing is conducted to determine whether drugs or alcohol may have contributed to the event. This testing helps employers understand the potential causes of accidents and take appropriate actions to prevent future occurrences.
Reasonable Suspicion/ Cause Testing:
Reasonable suspicion or cause testing occurs when supervisors or managers observe behaviors or evidence suggesting that an employee may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This type of testing is crucial for maintaining a safe work environment and addressing substance abuse issues promptly.
Initial Alcohol Screening:
Initial alcohol screening involves preliminary testing to assess an individual's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level. Testing can destect an individuals within 24hr of consumption This screening helps determine whether further testing will be needed or not
Breath Alcohol Testing and EBT:
Breath alcohol testing is a non-invasive method of measuring an individual's BAC level by analyzing their breath sample. This testing is commonly used for on-the-spot alcohol screening, especially in situations like post-accident testing or reasonable suspicion cases.
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Evidential breath testing (EBT) is a scientific method used to measure the concentration of alcohol in a person's breath, typically for legal or regulatory purposes. This testing method is often employed by law enforcement agencies, employers, and other organizations to determine whether an individual's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) exceeds legal limits or violates workplace policies.
Blood Alcohol Collection:
Blood alcohol collection involves collecting a blood sample from an individual to measure their BAC level accurately. Blood testing is considered the most reliable method for determining alcohol impairment and is often used in legal and medical contexts.
TRAINING
DER (Designated Employer
representative)
The Designated Employer Representative (DER) Training aims to equip DERs with essential knowledge of the drug and alcohol testing industry, along with the supervisory skills necessary to comply with both federally regulated U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) testing requirements and non-regulated policies.
Supervisor Training -
For Reasonable Suspicion/Cause:
This training program is designed to educate supervisors and managers on how to recognize signs of drug or alcohol impairment in the workplace and take appropriate actions in accordance with company policies and regulations. Supervisors learn how to effectively address reasonable suspicion situations while ensuring fairness and confidentiality.
Employee Training:
NovaOne offers training programs for employees to educate them about company drug and alcohol policies, the importance of workplace safety, and the consequences of substance abuse. This training helps promote awareness and accountability among employees, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
Collector Training:
Collector training is provided to individuals responsible for collecting specimens for drug and alcohol testing. This training ensures that collectors understand and follow proper procedures to maintain the integrity of the testing process, including specimen handling, chain of custody protocols, and privacy considerations.
Schedule an appointment!
At NovaOne Collections, we understand the importance of convenience when it comes to scheduling a drug or alcohol test or registering for training. That's why we make it easy to schedule your test or register for training online or by phone. Simply contact us today and we'll be happy to assist you!