Winder, GA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 8,805

Poverty (breakdown): (16.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 27.9% for Black residents, 16.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 23.2% for other race residents, 18.8% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Georgia and other state lists, there were 107 registered sex offenders living in Winder, Georgia as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Winder is 145 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (25.2%), English (6.7%), German (4.9%), Irish (3.5%), British (3.1%), European (2.2%).

Elevation: 984 feet

Land Area: 10.8 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 30680

As of the census of 2010, there were 14,391 people, 4,693 households, and 3,599 families residing in the city. The population density was 941.5 people per square mile (363.3/km²). There were 4,098 housing units at an average density of 378.2 per square mile (146.0/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 71.8% White, 18.2% African American, 0.25% Native American, 2.0% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.72% from other races, and 2.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.8% of the population.

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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DOT Drug Testing Locations Winder, GA

Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in Winder, GA and the surrounding areas provide DOT Drug Testing, DOT Alcohol Testing, DOT Physicals, Consortium enrollment and other DOT services for Employers, Single operators and all DOT modes who are required to comply with 49 CFR Part 40 in Winder, GA including FMCSA, FTA, FAA, USCG, FRA and PHMSA . Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

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112 LANTHIER ST 0.5 miles

112 LANTHIER ST
WINDER, GA 30680
Categories: WINDER GA

1159 WOODTRACE LN 9.0 miles

1159 WOODTRACE LN
AUBURN, GA 30011
Categories: AUBURN GA

5875 THOMPSON MILL RD STE 100 10.8 miles

5875 THOMPSON MILL RD STE 100
HOSCHTON, GA 30548
Categories: HOSCHTON GA

22 S PUBLIC SQ 11.4 miles

22 S PUBLIC SQ
JEFFERSON, GA 30549
Categories: JEFFERSON GA

1654 WASHINGTON ST 12.1 miles

1654 WASHINGTON ST
JEFFERSON, GA 30549
Categories: JEFFERSON GA

2272 CHATEAU DR 12.7 miles

2272 CHATEAU DR
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

2151 W SPRING ST 13.9 miles

2151 W SPRING ST
MONROE, GA 30655
Categories: MONROE GA

500 GREAT OAKS DR STE 9 14.1 miles

500 GREAT OAKS DR STE 9
MONROE, GA 30655
Categories: MONROE GA

4017 ATLANTA HWY STE B 14.4 miles

4017 ATLANTA HWY STE B
BOGART, GA 30622
Categories: BOGART GA

332 SWANSON DR STE A 15.1 miles

332 SWANSON DR STE A
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

4509 WINDER HWY 15.3 miles

4509 WINDER HWY
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 30542
Categories: FLOWERY BRANCH GA

289 GRAYSON HWY 15.3 miles

289 GRAYSON HWY
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

783 N CLAYTON ST 15.5 miles

783 N CLAYTON ST
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30046
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

743 COUNTRY CLUB DR 15.7 miles

743 COUNTRY CLUB DR
MONROE, GA 30655
Categories: MONROE GA

301 SHYREWOOD DR 15.7 miles

301 SHYREWOOD DR
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

368 W PIKE ST STE 107 16.0 miles

368 W PIKE ST STE 107
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

3021 ATLANTA HWY STE 101 16.1 miles

3021 ATLANTA HWY STE 101
ATHENS, GA 30606
Categories: ATHENS GA

3425 BUFORD DR 16.2 miles

3425 BUFORD DR
BUFORD, GA 30519
Categories: BUFORD GA

3276 BUFORD DR STE 102 16.4 miles

3276 BUFORD DR STE 102
BUFORD, GA 30519
Categories: BUFORD GA

3703 WINDER HWY 16.7 miles

3703 WINDER HWY
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA 30542
Categories: FLOWERY BRANCH GA

1950 BUFORD MILL DR STE E 16.7 miles

1950 BUFORD MILL DR STE E
BUFORD, GA 30519
Categories: BUFORD GA

4889 GOLDEN PKWY STE 100 16.7 miles

4889 GOLDEN PKWY STE 100
BUFORD, GA 30518
Categories: BUFORD GA

1061 DOWDY RD STE 100 16.8 miles

1061 DOWDY RD STE 100
ATHENS, GA 30606
Categories: ATHENS GA

575 PROFESSIONAL DR STE 280 16.8 miles

575 PROFESSIONAL DR STE 280
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

575 Professional Drive Ste 200, 16.8 miles

575 Professional Drive Ste 200,
Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Categories: Lawrenceville GA

45 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 103 17.2 miles

45 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 103
DAWSONVILLE, GA 30534
Categories: DAWSONVILLE GA

300 HAWTHORNE LN 17.5 miles

300 HAWTHORNE LN
ATHENS, GA 30606
Categories: ATHENS GA

1000 HAWTHORNE AVE STE D 17.7 miles

1000 HAWTHORNE AVE STE D
ATHENS, GA 30606
Categories: ATHENS GA

755 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANEE RD 18.0 miles

755 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANEE RD
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30043
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

4585 NELSON BROGDON BLVD 18.5 miles

4585 NELSON BROGDON BLVD
SUGAR HILL, GA 30518
Categories: SUGAR HILL GA

2696 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANEE RD 18.6 miles

2696 LAWRENCEVILLE SUWANEE RD
SUWANEE, GA 30024
Categories: SUWANEE GA

1800 Tree Ln. Suite 310 18.9 miles

1800 Tree Ln. Suite 310
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
Categories: SNELLVILLE GA

2118 SCENIC HWY N STE H 19.1 miles

2118 SCENIC HWY N STE H
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
Categories: SNELLVILLE GA

3626 OLD OAKWOOD RD 19.1 miles

3626 OLD OAKWOOD RD
OAKWOOD, GA 30566
Categories: OAKWOOD GA

2138 SCENIC HWY N STE F 19.2 miles

2138 SCENIC HWY N STE F
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
Categories: SNELLVILLE GA

2356 LENORA CHURCH RD 19.6 miles

2356 LENORA CHURCH RD
SNELLVILLE, GA 30078
Categories: SNELLVILLE GA

3170 LENORA CHURCH RD STE 220 20.0 miles

3170 LENORA CHURCH RD STE 220
SNELLVILLE, GA 30039
Categories: SNELLVILLE GA

2145 CENTENNIAL DR 20.3 miles

2145 CENTENNIAL DR
GAINESVILLE, GA 30504
Categories: GAINESVILLE GA

11 HOMER ST 20.3 miles

11 HOMER ST
MAYESVILLE, GA 30558
Categories: MAYESVILLE GA

485 HIGHWAY 29 N 20.3 miles

485 HIGHWAY 29 N
ATHENS, GA 30601
Categories: ATHENS GA

2878 FIVE FORKS TRICKUM RD 20.5 miles

2878 FIVE FORKS TRICKUM RD
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30044
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

4411 SUWANEE DAM RD STE 1010 21.1 miles

4411 SUWANEE DAM RD STE 1010
SUWANEE, GA 30024
Categories: SUWANEE GA

70 MEDICAL CENTER DR 21.2 miles

70 MEDICAL CENTER DR
COMMERCE, GA 30529
Categories: COMMERCE GA

1580 BOGGS RD STE 700 21.5 miles

1580 BOGGS RD STE 700
DULUTH, GA 30096
Categories: DULUTH GA

960 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD 21.6 miles

960 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD
SUWANEE, GA 30024
Categories: SUWANEE GA

1027 Bateman Dr Ste C 21.8 miles

1027 Bateman Dr Ste C
Social Circle, GA 30025
Categories: Social Circle GA

530 SPRING ST SE 22.0 miles

530 SPRING ST SE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Categories: GAINESVILLE GA

1240 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 370 22.1 miles

1240 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 370
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Categories: GAINESVILLE GA

1250 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 500 22.1 miles

1250 JESSE JEWELL PKWY SE STE 500
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Categories: GAINESVILLE GA

3653 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY 22.5 miles

3653 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30044
Categories: LAWRENCEVILLE GA

597 S ENOTA DR NE 22.7 miles

597 S ENOTA DR NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Categories: GAINESVILLE GA

597 S ENOTA DR 22.7 miles

597 S ENOTA DR
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Categories: GAINESVILLE GA

675 WHITE SULPHUR RD 23.1 miles

675 WHITE SULPHUR RD
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Categories: GAINESVILLE GA

2458 LIMESTONE PKWY STE A 23.7 miles

2458 LIMESTONE PKWY STE A
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Categories: GAINESVILLE GA

3360 SATELLITE BLVD STE 3 23.8 miles

3360 SATELLITE BLVD STE 3
DULUTH, GA 30096
Categories: DULUTH GA

3551 SATELLITE BLVD 23.8 miles

3551 SATELLITE BLVD
DULUTH, GA 30096
Categories: DULUTH GA

3043 HARTRIGHT BEND CT 24.0 miles

3043 HARTRIGHT BEND CT
DULUTH, GA 30096
Categories: DULUTH GA

3675 SATELLITE BLVD STE 840 24.2 miles

3675 SATELLITE BLVD STE 840
DULUTH, GA 30096
Categories: DULUTH GA

4765 STONE MOUNTAIN HWY STE D 24.5 miles

4765 STONE MOUNTAIN HWY STE D
LILBURN, GA 30047
Categories: LILBURN GA

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How to schedule a DOT drug test in Winder, GA

To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in Winder, GA call our local scheduling department at (800) 221-4291. You may also schedule your DOT drug test online utilizing our express scheduling registration system by selecting your test and completing the Donor Information/Registration Section. You must register for the test prior to proceeding to the testing center.

The zip code you enter will be used to determine the closest DOT drug or DOT alcohol testing center which performs the type of test you have selected. A donor pass/registration form with the local testing center address, hours of operation and instructions will be sent to the e-mail address you provided. Take this form with you or have it available on your smart phone to provide to the testing center. No appointment is necessary in most cases. However, you must complete the donor information section and pay for the test at the time of registration.

Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all test results are verified by our in-house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers (MRO).

In addition to providing DOT drug testing and DOT breath alcohol testing in Winder, GA , Accredited Drug Testing also has additional testing centers throughout the metropolitan area and surrounding cities.

On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has over 20,000 testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

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What are the DOT drug testing requirements?

In 1991, the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act created the following DOT Agencies which established drug and alcohol testing regulations to ensure that aircraft, trains, trucks, and buses were operated in a safe and responsible manner. As an employer or individual operating in a "Safety Sensitive" position, it is important to understand how these regulations impact you.

49 CFR Part 40 (commonly known as part 40) explains:

  • How drug and alcohol testing is conducted
  • Who is authorized to participate in the drug and alcohol testing program
  • What employees must do before they may return to duty after a drug and/or alcohol violation

Each DOT Agency and the USCG have specific regulations that cover:

  • The agency's prohibitions on drug and alcohol use
  • Who is subject to comply with these regulations
  • What type of testing is required
  • When testing is required
  • Consequences of non-compliance

FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) amended its rule that would establish requirements for commercial driver's license employers and individuals with regards to the drug and alcohol clearing house which will take affect on January 6, 2020.

The FMCSA Clearinghouse is a secure online database that will allow employers, the FMCSA, State Driver Licensing Agencies, State Law Enforcement and individual CDL operators to access real time important information about a CDL Driver's drug and alcohol program violations and the ultimate goal of this database is to enhance safety on our Nation's public roadways.

For specific requirements, click the appropriate agency listed below in which you or your company is regulated by. Ask about our DOT Complete Compliance Package!

The Opioid Overdose Crisis

Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids,including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.

  • Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
  • Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
  • An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
  • About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
  • Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
  • The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
  • Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.

In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)

DOT Compliance Checklist in Winder, GA

DOT 49 CFR Part 40 Requirements for Safety Sensitive Employees.
(FMCSA-FAA-USCG-FRA-PHMSA-FTA)

  • Pre-Employment Tests
  • Correct Federal Custody & Control Form (CCF)
  • Substance Abuse Professional Process
  • Regulations on File
  • Random Pool Testing
  • *Supervisor Training
  • *Written Policy
  • Post-Accident Testing Situations
  • Previous Employers Checks
  • Employee Education
  • Record Keeping
  • Removal of covered Employee
  • Designated Employer Representative

* In addition, any company which employs 2 or more covered employees must have a written drug and alcohol policy and all supervisors must complete the DOT Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training. (Click here to learn more about our online training programs)

If a DOT covered employee or company does not have a copy of the original pre-employment drug test with a negative result, then a new DOT pre-employment drug test must be conducted, and the result maintained on file.

The department of transportation (DOT) requires that all DOT regulated "safety sensitive" employees have on file a negative DOT pre-employment drug test result and be a member of a DOT approved random selection consortium. In addition, if a DOT regulated company has more than one "safety sensitive" employee, the employer must also have a written DOT drug and alcohol policy and an on-site supervisor must have completed supervisor training for reasonable suspicion of illegal drug use or impairment.

To be compliant with DOT regulations, a company's DOT drug and alcohol testing program must have the following components. Failing to comply can result in significant fines and penalties.

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What is a DOT Drug Test in Winder, GA ?

On January 1, 2018 the Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a new rule which altered the DOT 5 panel urine test. Employers and individuals should be aware that the current DOT drug test is still a urine drug test, collected by qualified collectors, analyzed at a SAMHSA certified laboratory and reviewed by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Below you will find a list of the drugs that are screened for in the DOT 5 panel urine drug test:

  • Marijuana (THC)
  • Cocaine
  • Amphetamines
  • Opioids**
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • ** Special note: Opioids' was previously called Opiates' and all DOT drug tests will continue to include confirmation testing for Codeine, Morphine, and 6-AM (heroin) when necessary.

    In the January rule change, the Department of Transportation (DOT) also added initial screening and confirmation testing for the semi-synthetic opioids Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone, Oxycodone, and Oxymorphone to this Opioids group

    When is a DOT drug test required in Winder, GA ?

    All safety sensitive employees regardless of DOT agency are required for the following drug testing and/or alcohol testing based on each situation:

    • Pre-employment
    • Random
    • Reasonable suspicion
    • Return to Duty
    • Post-Accident
    • Follow Up

What is DOT pre employment testing in Winder, GA ?

As a new hire or a current employee transferring from a non-safety sensitive function into a safety sensitive function (even with the same employer), you are required to submit to a DOT pre employment drug test.

Some employers may, but are not required to, conduct pre employment alcohol testing. Only after your employer receives a negative pre employment DOT drug test result (and negative alcohol test result - if administered) may you begin performing in a safety-sensitive capacity.

What is random DOT Drug Testing in Winder, GA ?

All safety sensitive employees are subject to unannounced random drug & alcohol testing. Alcohol testing is administered just prior to, during or just after performing safety-sensitive functions. Depending on the industry specific regulations, you may only be subject to random drug testing.

Listed below are the current (2019) DOT random testing rates for each DOT agency.

The following chart outlines the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates established within DOT Agencies and the USCG for 2019.
DOT Agency 2019 Random Drug Testing Rate 2019 Random Alcohol Testing Rate
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
[FMCSA]
25% 10%
Federal Aviation Administration
[FAA]
25% 10%
Federal Railroad Administration
[FRA]
25% - Covered Service
50% - Maintenance of Way *
10% - Covered Service
25% - Maintenance of Way *
Federal Transit Administration
[FTA]
50% 10%
United States Coast Guard
[USCG]
(with the Dept. of Homeland Security)
50% N/A
The following chart outlines the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates established within DOT Agencies and the USCG for 2019.
DOT Agency
2019 Random Drug Testing Rate
2019 Random Alcohol Testing Rate
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration [FMCSA]
25%
10%
Federal Aviation Administration [FAA]
25%
10%
Federal Railroad Administration [FRA]
25% - Covered Service / 50% - Maintenance of Way *
10% - Covered Service / 25% - Maintenance of Way *
Federal Transit Administration [FTA]
50%
10%
United States Coast Guard [USCG]
(with the Dept. of Homeland Security)
50%
N/A

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What is reasonable suspicion DOT drug testing in Winder, GA ?

Safety sensitive individuals and employees are required to submit to any test (whether it is a drug test, alcohol test or both) that a supervisor requests based on reasonable suspicion. Reasonable suspicion means that one or more trained supervisors reasonably believes or suspects that you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Supervisors cannot require testing based on a hunch or guess alone; their suspicion must be based on observations concerning your appearance, behavior, speech and smell that are usually associated with drug or alcohol use

What is return to duty DOT Drug Testing in Winder, GA ?

If you have violated the prohibited drug & alcohol testing rules, you are required to take a return to duty drug and/or alcohol test before being allowed to return to a safety-sensitive function for any DOT regulated employer. You may also be subject to unannounced follow-up testing for at least 6 times in the first 12 months following your return to active safety-sensitive service.

Return-to-duty tests must be conducted under direct observation.

What is DOT post accident drug testing Winder, GA ?

If you are involved in an event (accident, crash, etc.) meeting certain criteria of the DOT agency, a post-accident drug test will be required. In most cases you will then have to take a drug and alcohol test if you are involved in a qualifying crash. Each DOT agency may have specific rules with regards to what is a post-accident test, for example, the FRA requires a blood specimen for drug testing and an alcohol test.

If you are involved in a qualifying accident, you are required to remain available for this testing and are not permitted to refuse testing.

Remember: Safety-sensitive employees are obligated by law to submit to and cooperate in drug & alcohol testing mandated by DOT regulations.

What is DOT follow up drug testing Winder, GA ?

DOT follow up testing occurs when an individual has violated the drug and alcohol testing rules. The amount of follow-up testing you receive is determined by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and may continue for up to 5 years. This means the SAP will determine how many times you will be tested (at least 6 times in the first year), for how long, and for what substance (i.e. drugs, alcohol, or both). Your employer is responsible for ensuring that follow-up testing is conducted and completed. Follow up testing is in addition to all other DOT required testing and all follow-up tests will be observed. For more information on the SAP process or to locate a Substance Abuse Professional in Winder, GA simply call us at (800)221-4291

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

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Understanding DOT Drug Testing

DOT drug testing is a regulatory requirement enforced by the United States Department of Transportation to ensure that operators and safety-sensitive personnel in the transportation industry are compliant with federal drug-free workplace laws. This testing applies to millions of transportation professionals across various sectors, including aviation, trucking, railways, public transit, and pipelines.

Regulated Entities and Individuals

  • Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers: Includes anyone operating commercial vehicles that require a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
  • Aviation Professionals: Applies to pilots, air traffic controllers, flight attendants, and aircraft maintenance personnel.
  • Railroad Operators: Covers those who operate trains, prepare vehicles for service, and dispatch operations on the railway.
  • Public Transit Workers: Encompasses bus drivers, mechanics, and any staff responsible for the safety of public transport operations.
  • Pipeline Operators: Includes individuals involved in the operation and maintenance of pipeline facilities.

What Substances Are Tested?

The DOT drug testing program focuses on several major classes of drugs:

  1. Amphetamines and Methamphetamines
  2. Opiates, including heroin, codeine, and morphine
  3. Cocaine
  4. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), found in marijuana
  5. Phencyclidine (PCP)

Procedure of DOT Drug Testing

The testing process is standardized to prevent tampering and ensure consistent results:

  • Sample Collection: Urine samples are collected under strict conditions to ensure that they are not tampered with or substituted.
  • Screening Tests: Initial screenings are conducted using immunoassay techniques. If a test is positive, further confirmation is required.
  • Confirmation Tests: Confirmatory testing using more precise methods like Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) confirms the presence of specific drugs.
  • Review Process: An MRO reviews confirmed positive results to determine if there is a legitimate medical explanation before reporting the result to the employer.

Implications of Non-Compliance

Non-compliance with DOT drug testing regulations can lead to significant consequences:

  • Removal from Safety-Sensitive Duties: Employees testing positive are immediately removed from their safety-sensitive duties.
  • Rehabilitation and Return-to-Duty Testing: Before returning to duty, employees must undergo an evaluation by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), complete any prescribed treatment, and have negative results on follow-up tests.
  • Employment Consequences: Additional consequences may include job suspension, termination, or other disciplinary actions based on the employer’s policies.

DOT drug testing serves as a critical safeguard in the transportation industry, promoting a safe and responsible work environment while ensuring public safety and compliance with federal regulations.

Local Area Info: Winder, Georgia

Winder (pronounced WINE-der) is a city in Barrow County, Georgia, United States. It is located east of Atlanta and is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area. The population was 14,099 at the 2010 census. The city is the county seat of Barrow County.

Winder was a place for early settlement, being first occupied hundreds of years ago by Creek Indians, who called it Snodon. Activities centered around what are now Athens and Church streets. When white settlers established homes and farms near that village in 1793, the town was renamed, becoming The Jug, and, ten years later; Jug Tavern. At that time, the town had a population of 37 persons. The first school was built on 11.5 acres, known as the Academy Lot, located at the intersection of West Athens and Church streets. An historic marker now commemorates the site. For protection from hostile Indians, Fort Yargo was constructed, one of four such forts built in the area by the Humphrey brothers.

Jug Tavern grew slowly during the decades before the Civil War. The town, at the time of its origin, extended from the railroad crossing of Broad Street (then known as Jefferson Road) for one-half mile into three counties: Jackson, Walton and Gwinnett. In 1884, Jug Tavern was incorporated by the Georgia General Assembly. It was first governed by a mayor and four aldermen who were elected annually. The first mayor, N. J. Kelly, took the oath of office on January 8, 1885.

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Population (female): 8,805

Poverty (breakdown): (16.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 27.9% for Black residents, 16.0% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 23.2% for other race residents, 18.8% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Georgia and other state lists, there were 107 registered sex offenders living in Winder, Georgia as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Winder is 145 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (25.2%), English (6.7%), German (4.9%), Irish (3.5%), British (3.1%), European (2.2%).

Elevation: 984 feet

Land Area: 10.8 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 30680

As of the census of 2010, there were 14,391 people, 4,693 households, and 3,599 families residing in the city. The population density was 941.5 people per square mile (363.3/km²). There were 4,098 housing units at an average density of 378.2 per square mile (146.0/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 71.8% White, 18.2% African American, 0.25% Native American, 2.0% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.72% from other races, and 2.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.8% of the population.

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