Out-of-Town, Post-accident Drug/Alc Test Policy

Nevada HR

We had an employee back his company vehicle into a 2' high post while on a business trip out of town. Our personnel policy lays out procedures for post-accident drug testing but this made us realize we don't have anything in place for out-of-town accidents.

We require the individual to be driven to the collection site if the accident happens here, but it's rare if our out-of-town travellers have a companion. Where would we send them to give a specimen?

Does anyone have a written policy they would be willing to share? My email address is [email]tbostwick@pahrumpnv.org[/email]. Thanks!

Still Need Coffee

While I don't have a policy to help you out, we utilize a nationwide company for our collection sites, so that out of town employees can get pre-employment drug testing, but we still have consistency of testing, results, etc. There are many background screening companies that can help you with finding a nationwide partner, or contact the major "players" directly (LabCorp, Quest, etc).

As for transportation, perhaps a taxi? I realize that only works if you're in a city, but this is a very good question!!!

Nevada HR

I appreciate your response! Gives me some things to think about.

Sharon McKnight SPHR

Just curious. How did all this turn out?

Sharon

Nevada HR

We're wrapping this up today, but following up on Need Coffee's thoughts =D> I learned that none of the rural locations we travel to or through have a taxi service, overnight delivery service or collection site agreement w/ our lab.

I have been unable to locate anyone (other than DOT) that has an out-of-town D/A policy.

I think we'll decide that if the sheriff suspects drugs or alcohol in an accident, they will test and we'll have access to the accident report.