As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to take a drug test. This can be intimidating, so here’s what you need to know before your drug test.
The job search process is no cakewalk. We’ve all had to jump through hoops to prove to potential employers that we not only meet their requirements but go above and beyond. None of these hoops is more intimidating than when an employer requests that you go through a drug screening process. This isn’t something that you should fear, however, as it’s really more of a safety precaution than an accusation. Let us teach you what you need to know before your drug test to try and dispel some of your worries.
Why Drug Tests are Necessary
When a company first asks you to take a drug test, your first instinct is to fear you’ve done something that elicits suspicion. Rest assured, this is not at all the case. Instead, companies regularly have potential new hires take a drug test as a safety precaution. Drug abuse is a serious issue that doesn’t just affect the user. If someone suffers from drug addiction, they can potentially be volatile and unpredictable, lashing out at other employees and creating a dangerous work environment.
Types of Drug Tests
Another intimidating aspect of drug testing is that they often feel very invasive to one’s own privacy and space. That’s why the best thing to you need to know before your drug test is that you have different testing options other than a urination analysis. Other types of drug testing such as hair follicle testing are far less invasive and degrading. Always inquire as to what processes are available for your tests.
What To Expect
When you go in for your drug test, know that it’s perfectly natural to feel nervous and anxious even if you have nothing to worry about. This is by no means an admission of guilt. Medical professionals will be there to guide you through the process to make it as easy as possible with clear instructions. Hopefully, this article has better informed you, but these professionals will always answer any questions or concerns you may have.