In January, 1991, Florida's Department of Labor established a Workers Compensation insurance premium credit provision for employers certified as providing a drug-free workplace. The Florida Drug-free Workplace Program, based on rules adopted by the Division of Workers Compensation, became effective on January 1, 1992.

Employers who implement a Florida Drug-free Workplace Program become eligible to receive a Workers Compensation insurance premium discount, and can deny benefits after an accident if the employee tests "positive" for illegal drug use.

Specific conditions must be satisfied by the employer before certification by the Workers Compensation carrier can be granted. A Medical Review Officer is required to review all test results, and the laboratory performing the testing must be certified by the Florida Department of Health and Human Services.
  HRS - 5 profile test for:
Marijuana • Cocaine • Amphetamines • Opiates • PCP

GC/MS confirmation of "positives"...................Included
Collections services.........................................Included
Medical Review Officer services.......................Included
Chain of Custody protection.............................Included
 

We are qualified to assist employers in setting up the HRS/WC Drug-Free Workplace Program in compliance with Florida regulations and insurance carrier certification. The Florida Drug-Free Workplace Program also complies with the Americans with Disabilities ACT (ADA).
 

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