Ponchatoula, LA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 3,496

Population (female): 3,769

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ponchatoula: 82.2 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (14.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 31.1% for Black residents, 0.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 14.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Louisiana and other state lists, there were 61 registered sex offenders living in Ponchatoula, Louisiana as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ponchatoula is 115 to 1.>

Elevation: 23 feet

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 4,037 - 61.5%
      Black alone - 2,146 - 32.7%
      Hispanic - 207 - 3.2%
      Two or more races - 113 - 1.7%
      Asian alone - 36 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 10 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.02%

"Colonel Clark was disappointed to find no cotton in Ponchatoula, but he consoled himself by gathering all of the mules and wagons in the vicinity, loading them with valuable turpentine and resin and with the plunder of the village, and sending them ... to be loaded aboard waiting schooners. The citizens of the town who remained behind were administered the Federal oath of allegiance and promised protection by the officers."

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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)

Ponchatoula, Louisiana Drug Testing

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Ponchatoula, Louisiana Drug and Alcohol Testing

Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) offers Ponchatoula drug testing, Ponchatoula alcohol testing and Ponchatoula DNA testing at many locations in the Ponchatoula, LA area for employers and individuals in need of a drug, alcohol or DNA test. In addition, most Ponchatoula Drug Testing locations are within minutes of your home or office. Testing locations are open for DOT and NON-DOT drug and alcohol testing.

Testing locations do not accept payment and require a test registration/donor pass to conduct a drug, alcohol or DNA test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register or online for the test. No appointment is needed, but a test registration is required.

Ponchatoula Drug Testing locations

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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Drug Testing Collection Locations: An Overview

Drug testing collection locations are essential facilities where individuals provide biological samples for drug screening purposes. These locations serve diverse sectors including corporate entities, sports organizations, and legal agencies, ensuring adherence to drug-free policies. Understanding the setup, function, and critical aspects of these locations can help consumers and businesses effectively navigate the drug testing process.

Variety of Collection Locations

  • Clinical Laboratories: These facilities are equipped with the necessary tools and technology to handle various types of drug tests, including urine, blood, hair, and saliva testing.
  • Workplace On-site Testing: Some businesses opt for on-site testing services, which provide convenience and ensure high participation rates by minimizing the need for employees to travel to external sites.
  • Mobile Testing Units: Mobile units can be deployed to various locations, making them ideal for remote sites or large-scale employment screening events.
  • Third-party Collection Sites: Independent collection sites that handle the drug testing process on behalf of multiple organizations, ensuring impartiality and confidentiality.

Key Functions of Collection Locations

Collection locations are pivotal in the drug testing process, providing structured and secure environments for sample collection. They perform several critical functions:

  1. Standardized Collection Procedures: Ensuring all samples are collected under consistent, controlled conditions that meet industry standards and legal requirements.
  2. Prevention of Sample Tampering: Utilizing security measures and observation techniques to prevent tampering or contamination of samples.
  3. Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of the collection process, including chain of custody documentation to ensure the integrity and traceability of each sample.

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Collection Location

Choosing the right drug testing collection location is crucial for accuracy and reliability. Factors to consider include:

  • Accreditation: Look for facilities that are accredited by reputable organizations, ensuring they follow standardized protocols and deliver reliable results.
  • Location Accessibility: Proximity to your workplace or home can reduce disruption and ensure timely testing.
  • Privacy Measures: A good facility should uphold a high standard of privacy and confidentiality during the collection process.

Drug testing collection locations are fundamental in facilitating the effective implementation of drug testing protocols across various contexts. They provide the necessary infrastructure and professional oversight required to ensure the legitimacy and legality of the drug testing process.

18261 ESTERBROOK RD 1.1 miles

18261 ESTERBROOK RD
PONCHATOULA, LA 70454
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42078 VETERANS AVE STE C 2.6 miles

42078 VETERANS AVE STE C
HAMMOND, LA 70403
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1109 C M FAGAN DRIVE SUITE J 3.4 miles

1109 C M FAGAN DRIVE SUITE J
HAMMOND, LA 70403
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1735 1/2 SW RAILROAD AVE 3.5 miles

1735 1/2 SW RAILROAD AVE
HAMMOND, LA 70403
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1900 S MORRISON BLVD 4.0 miles

1900 S MORRISON BLVD
HAMMOND, LA 70403
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1445 South Morrison Boulevard, 4.1 miles

1445 South Morrison Boulevard,
Hammond, LA 70403
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1320 N MORRISON BLVD STE 106 5.7 miles

1320 N MORRISON BLVD STE 106
HAMMOND, LA 70401
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19115 FLORIDA BLVD 9.4 miles

19115 FLORIDA BLVD
ALBANY, LA 70711
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16300 HIGHWAY 1085 16.8 miles

16300 HIGHWAY 1085
COVINGTON, LA 70433
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1111 Greengate Drive 17.0 miles

1111 Greengate Drive
Covington, LA 70433
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14292 FLORIDA BLVD 18.3 miles

14292 FLORIDA BLVD
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
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29565 S FROST RD STE C 18.6 miles

29565 S FROST RD STE C
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
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20170 Ohio St 18.9 miles

20170 Ohio St
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
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71380 HIGHWAY 21 STE 102 19.2 miles

71380 HIGHWAY 21 STE 102
COVINGTON, LA 70433
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1202 S TYLER ST 19.6 miles

1202 S TYLER ST
COVINGTON, LA 70433
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706 W 15th Ave, 19.9 miles

706 W 15th Ave,
Covington, LA 70433
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4430 HIGHWAY 22 20.1 miles

4430 HIGHWAY 22
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471
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108 N MYRTLE ST 20.3 miles

108 N MYRTLE ST
AMITE, LA 70422
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301 WALNUT ST 20.8 miles

301 WALNUT ST
AMITE, LA 70422
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309 WALNUT ST STE A 20.8 miles

309 WALNUT ST STE A
AMITE, LA 70422
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4244 Highway 22, 20.8 miles

4244 Highway 22,
Mandeville, LA 70471
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211 W CA-- USEWAY APPROACH 21.2 miles

211 W CA-- USEWAY APPROACH
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471
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2330 N CAUSEWAY BLVD 21.2 miles

2330 N CAUSEWAY BLVD
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471
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67252 INDUSTRY LN 21.4 miles

67252 INDUSTRY LN
COVINGTON, LA 70433
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360 EMERALD FOREST BLVD STE H 21.5 miles

360 EMERALD FOREST BLVD STE H
COVINGTON, LA 70433
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360 Emerald Forest Blvd Suite H 21.6 miles

360 Emerald Forest Blvd Suite H
Covington, LA 70433
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17199 SPRING RANCH RD STE 100 21.9 miles

17199 SPRING RANCH RD STE 100
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
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17199 SPRING RANCH RD 21.9 miles

17199 SPRING RANCH RD
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
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13466 Vera McGowen Rd 23.9 miles

13466 Vera McGowen Rd
Walker, LA 70785
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2139 SPYGLASS DR 24.2 miles

2139 SPYGLASS DR
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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3674 HWY 51 24.6 miles

3674 HWY 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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3674 HWY. 51 24.6 miles

3674 HWY. 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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3317 NEW HIGHWAY 51 24.7 miles

3317 NEW HIGHWAY 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
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For additional testing center locations in the State of Louisiana, please call (800) 221-4291

With our talented team of drug testing technicians, you can always count on receiving a professional and knowledgeable experience delivered each time with the utmost respect for confidentiality.

Every day we work closely with companies of all sizes and all industries, as well as with third party administrators and individuals in need of an Ponchatoula drug test. Our comprehensive portfolio of Ponchatoula drug testing and Ponchatoula alcohol screening services is designed to always meet your testing needs.

Our service of Ponchatoula drug testing, alcohol testing and DNA testing is designed to be your "One Stop Shopping" for all of your Ponchatoula drug testing needs.

Ponchatoula Drug Testing Services

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The ADT Ponchatoula drug testing centers provides a wide variety of standard drug and alcohol tests, as well as customized drug screening to meet a specific need. Our standard drug test is a 5 panel, 9 panel, 10 panel, 11 panel and 12 panel screen which can also be expanded to look for additional opiates, prescription drugs, K2, spice and bath salts. If you are not sure of what particular Ponchatoula drug test you need, please speak with one of our trained professionals to review some of the many options available to you at our Ponchatoula Accredited Drug Testing centers. Our Louisiana drug testing centers are located throughout the state and our ADT staff members are committed to providing affordable, convenient and confidential drug, alcohol and DNA testing services.

Local Ponchatoula Information

Local Area Info: Ponchatoula, Louisiana

Ponchatoula was originally established as a mining camp in 1820, incorporating as a town on February 12, 1861. William Akers was the first mayor and is credited with founding the town, establishing it on land he purchased from the Federal government in 1832.

At the turn of the 20th century the local area changed its chief industry from lumber to commercial farming. The main produce was the strawberry. The families who were major farmers during this era, which lasted about eighty years, have their last names engraved on a large plaque in front of city hall. The Strawberry Festival's roots go back to when farmers joined to sell the spring harvest of strawberries. Today it is the second largest event in the state, after Mardi Gras.

During the 1980s the local economy changed to tourism, when farming no longer earned enough to sustain the town. The mayor at the time devised a plan to open antique shops where former businesses had been located. There are still about six of these shops in operation. This gave the town a second nickname, "America's Antique City."

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Ponchatoula Employee Drug Testing

Businesses that utilize an employee drug testing program are commonly referred to as a Drug Free Workplace. However, many times companies do not fully qualify as a Drug Free Workplace because the drug testing program which they use does not have all of the components which make up a true Drug Free Workplace.

The benefits of being a true Drug Free Workplace can include but are not limited to:

  • Enhanced Employee Performance
  • Reduced Job Related Accidents
  • Reduced Employee Absenteeism
    • Lower Workers Compensation Rates
    • Improved Employee Moral
    • Customer Satisfaction

In addition, many companies regardless of size report that being a Drug Free Workplace has increased the quality of job applicants and improved the overall workplace environment.

Also many states such as Louisiana, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee, South Carolina, Virginia, Wyoming, Ohio, Alabama, Arkansas, Washington provide by law a discount on workers compensation insurance rates provided a business qualifies as a Drug Free Workplace in accordance with state law.
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States Which Provide Workers Compensation Discounts for Drug Free Workplace Programs

Alabama 5% Arkansas 5% Louisiana 5%
Kentucky 5% Misissippi 5% Ohio 5%
Tennessee 5% Virginia 5% Washington 5%

In addition to the States listed above, New York, Idaho, Hawaii and many other States also offer Workers Compensation Insurance discounts for employers who qualify as a drug free workplace. Discounts are based on individual program requirements and have no fixed rate.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc will work with your insurance agent to insure that any available discounts are provided for implementing and properly maintaining a drug free workplace.

Any company can benefit by being a Drug Free Workplace regardless of the number of employees but it is crucially important that any business that wishes to be a Drug Free Workplace maintain the program properly.

A properly maintained Drug Free Workplace should include the following:

  • A written Drug Free Workplace Policy
  • Employee Drug Testing
  • Employee Education
    • Supervisor Training
    • Employee Assistance Program(EAP)
    • Drug Free Workplace Signage

Studies have shown that substance abuse among employees has serious repercussions for both the working environment and the economic success of the business. As a result of drug and alcohol abuse, employers see increased costs related to medical fees, absenteeism and overall productivity.

Ponchatoula companies regardless of size wishing to implement a Drug Free Workplace can contact Accredited Drug Testing and ADT can schedule all drug tests and manage the entire Louisiana Drug Free Workplace program for our clients. Simply speak with an ADT drug testing representative and tell them you are interested in our Ponchatoula drug testing services and programs.

When it comes to employee drug testing, we recognize the importance of convenience and confidentiality. For that reason, we offer online scheduling and delivery of test results, which allow employers to utilize our services from the convenience of their office.

In addition, we also provide Mobile Drug Testing that brings our Ponchatoula drug testing services right to your place of business. These on-site services are able to ensure maximum employee participation as well as minimum disruption to the work day. (Additional fees may apply).

Ponchatoula Alcohol Testing

In addition to offering Ponchatoula drug testing in , ADT also offers urine, saliva, breath and ETG alcohol testing for DOT and NON-DOT requirements.

Ponchatoula DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing

As a National drug and alcohol testing company, the staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc is certified and qualified in DOT drug and alcohol testing collections and our in-house staff are fully knowledgeable of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. All DOT tests include test collections by a qualified ADT technician, SAMHSA certified laboratory analysis and verification by a qualified Medical Review Officer. Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT required 5 panel urine tests, breath alcohol tests, consortium/random pool membership and all Federal Chain of Custody documents. If you need a DOT drug or alcohol test, simply call the ADT office and speak with one of our DOT drug testing specialists.

DOT Drug Testing in Ponchatoula

To review DOT 49 CFR Part 40 Drug and Alcohol Regulations - Click Here.

ADT can schedule and manage all of your DOT and NON-DOT drug testing needs Nationwide, anywhere and at anytime.

Additional Services-Background Checks and Physicals

In addition, to Ponchatoula drug testing, Ponchatoula alcohol testing and Ponchatoula DNA testing, Accredited Drug Testing Inc also provides background checks for employers conducting employee screenings.

Accredited Drug Testing also provides Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals for CDL truck drivers(49 CFR, Part 40) or companies in need of Return To Duty or Job Fitness exams.

"One Stop Shopping" for all of your Ponchatoula, LA Drug Testing Needs

If you are a HR/Office manager needing employee drug testing, a school, government agency or simply an individual in need of a drug or alcohol test, Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides drug testing for pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, return to duty, post accident, court ordered or any other drug testing need, Call Accredited Drug Testing today (800)221-4291

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Population (male): 3,496

Population (female): 3,769

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ponchatoula: 82.2 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (14.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 31.1% for Black residents, 0.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 14.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Louisiana and other state lists, there were 61 registered sex offenders living in Ponchatoula, Louisiana as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ponchatoula is 115 to 1.>

Elevation: 23 feet

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 4,037 - 61.5%
      Black alone - 2,146 - 32.7%
      Hispanic - 207 - 3.2%
      Two or more races - 113 - 1.7%
      Asian alone - 36 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 10 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.02%

"Colonel Clark was disappointed to find no cotton in Ponchatoula, but he consoled himself by gathering all of the mules and wagons in the vicinity, loading them with valuable turpentine and resin and with the plunder of the village, and sending them ... to be loaded aboard waiting schooners. The citizens of the town who remained behind were administered the Federal oath of allegiance and promised protection by the officers."