Ask Experts Questions for FREE Help !
Ask
    pnieu34's Avatar
    pnieu34 Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #1

    Mar 8, 2012, 05:51 PM
    Does ua test for alcohol
    Does pre-emplyment UA test for alcohol? I was having a beer and got a call for a job offer and wasn't sure if the UA test for alcohol.
    DrBill100's Avatar
    DrBill100 Posts: 3,241, Reputation: 502
    Ultra Member
    		  
    #2

    Mar 8, 2012, 06:58 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by pnieu34 View Post
    Does pre-emplyment UA test for alcohol?. I was having a beer and got a call for a job offer and wasn't sure if the UA test for alcohol.

    Alcohol may not legally be tested for*. Pre-employment drug testing is restricted to illegal drugs by federal regulation unless you have have been provisionally offered the position.

    Any and all tests for alcohol use are not drug testing, rather constitute a medical examination.

    Therefore you should not (legally may not) be tested for alcohol unless you have already been offered the job.

    *some private (un-regulated) employers are unaware of or ignore this restriction.

    Ref:
    ENFORCEMENT GUIDANCE: DISABILITY-RELATED INQUIRIES AND MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS OF EMPLOYEES UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) (link furnished above)
    ballengerb1's Avatar
    ballengerb1 Posts: 27,378, Reputation: 2280
    Home Repair & Remodeling Expert
    		  
    #3

    Mar 8, 2012, 07:22 PM
    DrBill is correct but have they asked you to take a physical or UA. UA is not for alcohol. It would be a very unusal type of position that would call for a UA. Since you posted after 6:00 PM finish that beer and tell us later when you need to report for a physical.
    pnieu34's Avatar
    pnieu34 Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #4

    Mar 8, 2012, 10:30 PM
    Thanks DrBill100.


    Ballengerb1 Just a UA no physical. The test is tomorrow so just wanted to make sure what I was in for.
    ballengerb1's Avatar
    ballengerb1 Posts: 27,378, Reputation: 2280
    Home Repair & Remodeling Expert
    		  
    #5

    Mar 8, 2012, 10:34 PM
    You are sure its an UA test? Can you tell us what type of job or industry this is?
    pnieu34's Avatar
    pnieu34 Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
    New Member
    		  
    #6

    Mar 8, 2012, 10:46 PM
    Hiring recruiter said it was a UA test. Its for Warehouse Order Picker for a produce company
    DrBill100's Avatar
    DrBill100 Posts: 3,241, Reputation: 502
    Ultra Member
    		  
    #7

    Mar 8, 2012, 11:04 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by pnieu34 View Post
    Hiring recruiter said it was a UA test. Its for Warehouse Order Picker for a produce company
    Relax my friend.

    Under the circumstances described alcohol will not be tested for.

    Sleep well.

    Nonetheless, would appreciate if you would let us know the results. Helps me and others in your position. Thanks.
    ballengerb1's Avatar
    ballengerb1 Posts: 27,378, Reputation: 2280
    Home Repair & Remodeling Expert
    		  
    #8

    Mar 9, 2012, 08:30 AM
    I agree but think you should still ask if this is an EtG test and what they are screening you for. You will be asked to sign many forms during the hiring process, one of them is likely a release form regarding this test, read it carefully.
Not your question? Ask your question View similar questions
 

Question Tools Search this Question
Search this Question:

Advanced Search

Add your answer here.


Check out some similar questions!

Does the saliva swab ETG alcohol test show back to 80 hours like the Urine ETG test ? [ 2 Answers ]

I heard when it's the oral swab it only tests back 12 to 24 hours for alcohol anyone know?

Help, Positive ETG Alcohol test and no alcohol has been consumed? [ 21 Answers ]

And again. More failed ETGs. He is not drinking. What to do? Could there be something wrong with his liver? He DOES NOT drink.

EtG test (80 hour Alcohol test) - Drink Friday will it be there on Tuesday/Wednesday? [ 21 Answers ]

I drank a few pitchers and a couple shots on Friday. I will either have to test on Tuesday or Wednesday. Wednesday is a must, but I could get called for random on Tuesday!? :confused: :eek:

ETG Alcohol Test (80 Hour Alcohol Test) [ 1 Answers ]

I drink Non-Alcoholic Beer, but it still contains less than 0.5% alcohol per bottle. I usually have one or two every couple of days. Will this show up in the test? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

View more questions Search