The most populated state in the New England region, a rich historical state full, home to our first settlement at Plymouth Rock. Home to over 6 million citizens, Fenway Parks' Green Monster and Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts is full of life, sports fanatics and American history.
Sadly, Massachusetts is also home to an increasing number of opioid-related deaths that have been on the rise since 2014. The highest concentrations of these cases are in Essex, Middlesex and Suffolk Counties. As a result of this, drug screening processes have expanded across all industries and especially in industries with safety-sensitive employees.
Individuals who need a drug test in Massachusetts need to look no further. US Drug Test Centers offers drug and alcohol testing in all areas of the state. Our drug testing services are available for probation, divorce cases, child custody cases, owner operator truck drivers and court-ordered drug testing. We work with many law firms and DOT compliant companies.
US Drug Test Centers have 187 testing locations throughout Massachusetts. There is guaranteed to be a US Drug Test Center close to you. In Essex County we have are located off General St. (inside Lawrence General Hospital) and Marston St. (inside the SMG New England Cardiology Center) in Lawrence. In Middlesex County, we have locations in the 01852, 01850 and 01854 zip codes including a location in Lowell off Industrial Ave adjacent to the River Meadow Brook and Lowell Connector and 3 in Cambridge (one location just a 5-minute drive from Harvard University on Cambridge St.). We have 9 locations in Boston and 2 in Winthrop (Suffolk County) also. Other locations are spread throughout Plymouth, Nantucket, and Bristol Counties.
Same day service is always available and at many locations, instant testing is offered, with negative drug test results available on the same day. US Drug Test Centers can provide drug testing with Chain of Custody Paperwork or electronic chain of custody, which is commonly called eChain. With the eChain system, you can be e-mailed your drug testing order and you can go to our facilities on the same day. Our owner operator truck drivers can be enrolled in our DOT random drug testing consortium same day as well.
Call US Drug Test Centers at 1-866-566-0261today or see below for a full list of locations for drug testing Massachusetts.
We are your complete drug-free workplace solution for employers. We provide drug testing for all reasons such as pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and return to duty. We have a state-of-the-art cloud-based software that allows you to order drug testing 24/7, store all drug test results and chain of custody forms (forever), and you can see the status of all completed drug testing. We have random drug and alcohol testing consortiums and follow all DOT rules and regulations to direct your company in the right direction to stay in compliance. We can create drug-free workplace policy manuals specific to your company’s needs, and we provide online trainings. Our online trainings are perfect for company Supervisors to learn what signs to look for if someone might be under the influence. We also have trainings that explain what Supervisors should know about the DOT rules and regulations in regards to the drug and alcohol testing program. We are a part of the Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA), and we always stay up to date with all drug testing-related rules and regulations. If you have any questions about state-specific laws regarding drug and alcohol testing, please contact our office and one of our team members will be glad to help you. If your company would like more information regarding setting up a corporate account you can set up an account online or contact us at 866-566-0261.
This material is intended for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for legal guidance. State & local laws change frequently and vary greatly. These are state & local laws and do not over rule the federal Department of Transportation laws & policies. Readers are advised to consult with their legal counsel or industry experts before acting based on this information. Last Updated Sep 2022
Massachusetts has authorized the personal adult use and the medical use of marijuana. While employers are still permitted to enforce workplace policies and are not required to accommodate marijuana use while at work; the state’s medical marijuana law does limit employer actions. Employers are prohibited from discriminating against a qualified person due to their status as a medical marijuana patient.
US Drug Test Centers offers testing for employers and individuals throughout the state of Massachusetts. You can purchase testing online, or give us a call and speak with one of our knowledgeable staff for help finding the right test. We provide hair follicle testing, EtG tests, instant POCT testing and urine testing, including 5-panel drug tests and 10-panel drug tests. Many of our locations will give you results on the same day for negative results.
Random drug testing should be limited to safety-sensitive workers or other circumstances where an employer can show a legitimate business necessity. The Massachusetts Supreme Court has issued a ruling on random drug testing in private employment. In Webster v. Motorola, the Court found that the validity of an employer's policy of random drug testing had to be weighed on a case-by-case basis.
Typically employers order a five-panel or ten-panel urine drug test. Hair testing is also available, typically a five-panel drug test. Many times employers will also order drug testing to include OxyContin and other drugs. Employers in Massachusetts can set up drug testing in one day with a quick phone call to US Drug Test Centers at 1-866-566-0261.
All of our drug testing in Massachusetts is conducted by SAMHSA certified laboratories and drug test results are reviewed and verified by the medical review officer (MRO). DOT regulated companies can call US Drug Test Centers for a complete DOT drug and alcohol testing program. Random consortium programs are available with same day set up.
While Massachusetts has legalized medical marijuana, there is nothing in the law that requires employers to accommodate marijuana use at the workplace. Regarding medical marijuana laws, the general consensus in the courts and the legal commentaries is that these laws do not require employers to modify their employment practices, drug-free workplace policies, drug testing policies, or accommodation policies.
US Drug Test Centers can help you create a drug-free workplace policy and program, or update your existing policy to address the use of medical marijuana. Our knowledgeable staff can answer any and all of your questions when it comes to current medical marijuana laws in Massachusetts and how to effectively implement policies pertaining to these laws. Give us a call today at 1-866-566-0261.
