Safety
Saying No to Drug Testing and Yes to Impairment Testing
Construction and other industries are seeing a shift from drug testing to impairment testing—part of an effort to boost safety, cut costs and attract and retain talent.
By Scott Berman
November 1, 2023
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Safety
by Scott Berman
Scott Berman is a freelance writer based in Wayne, New Jersey.
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