The controversial use of employer drug testing to curb the costly erosion of human resources has been effective as the rate of positive test results declined by more than 72 percent over an 18 year period.

Employer Drug Testing

The process by which employers test potential or current employees for the use of illicit drugs as a condition of employment or for workplace safety.

Human Resources

The department within an organization that focuses on employee-related matters such as recruitment, benefits, and training.