quot;Our program has a zero tolerance policy for alcohol; our clients are not to have any alcohol at all. Should a client be discharged for an alcohol level of .008% BAC?" What is an evidential breath alcohol test? Do we need to use the same kind of breath alcohol tester that our local police department uses in order for test results to hold up in court.

A properly administered alcohol test is difficult to fool. As long as the subject delivers an adequate deep lung breath, or gives a sufficient saliva sample, there is virtually no way to mask the alcohol. If the person claims their positive alcohol test is the result of using mouthwash just prior to being tested, give the person another alcohol test in 15 minutes. A second positive breath alcohol test after 15 minutes cannot be attributed to mouthwash or cough syrup. See similar questions...

It is a little easier to fool a drug test than an alcohol test. Proper test procedure should eliminate the possibilities of a subject switching their urine specimen with another, or tampering with the specimen. Drinking large volumes of water will dilute the urine, thereby reducing the concentration of drugs in the urine. The detection of some drugs, such as amphetamines, is affected by the pH of the urine with some kinds of methodologies. See similar questions...

It is a little easier to fool a drug test than an alcohol test. Proper test procedures or using the new ORAL SCREEN should eliminate the possibilities of a subject switching their urine specimen with another or tampering with the specimen. Drinking large volumes of water will dilute the urine, thereby reducing the concentration of drugs in the urine. The detection of some drugs, such as amphetamines, is affected by the pH of the urine with some kinds of methodologies. See similar questions...

There are ways to taint a urine specimen to render it either "negative" for drugs or "unsuitable for testing" on all screening tests. We have addressed the issue of adulteration in the instruction handbook, which you should read thoroughly before beginning the test. If the Urine device comes back negative, and you suspect the specimen has been altered or tainted, you can send it into the laboratory. See similar questions...

Proper test procedure requires that the subject have nothing in their mouth for 10 to 15 minutes prior to testing. If the subject has anything with alcohol in their mouth just prior to testing, the alcohol in their mouth will contaminate the test, giving an artificially high reading. However, 15 minutes is sufficient time for all mouth alcohol to be dissipated. See similar questions...

When performing a direct breath alcohol test, the subject blows directly into the testing instrument using a mouthpiece. When performing a passive test, the device is held in front of the subject as they are talking, or they are asked to blow at the device. No mouthpiece is used with a passive device. See similar questions...

Depending on the drug of abuse, some of the educational seminars and group sessions may vary, but essentially the drug treatment as offered centers around addiction recovery, regardless of the drug of use and abuse. Every patient entering into a ChooseHelp.com rehab will undergo a comprehensive pre assessment period, and addictions professionals will design a recovery plan tailored to the needs of the individual. See similar questions...

Alcohol is not allowed in the residence halls. In order to have alcohol for special events/functions on campus, permission must be received from the Director of Conferences well in advance. We do not arrange for personal transportation to various locations in and around campus. However, arrangements can be made in advance by contracting with InShuttle or Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) shuttle buses or through other various means of transportation. See similar questions...

Answer: If you have an alcohol or drug problem, you can contact SBADP's administrative office at (805) 681-5440 for assistance in locating a service provider in your area or search our website for local alcohol or drug treatment services. See similar questions...

Removal of denial is a major hurdle for every person to overcome. In most cases, the drug addict or alcoholic tend to minimize their use and the consequences associated with it. They tend to block out or deny the negative impact drug or alcohol abuse is having on themselves and their family. See similar questions...

Notification should be made to the department using form DOR-4684. As the employer, you must provide the following information regarding the employee: You must certify that the employee failed to pass either a drug, alcohol, or chemical test. You (the employer, or officer of the employer) must sign and date the notification form. Results of the failed test must accompany the notification to the Director of Revenue (director) . See similar questions...

A refusal to take a blood, breath, urine, or other chemical alcohol test will result in a mandatory license suspension. The length of the suspension depends on the number of DUI offenses you have had in the 5 year period prior to the current arrest. A single offense is 30-120 days and the suspension increases up to a mandatory 60 months for a fourth offense. Also refusal to take a chemical test is always admissible in court. See similar questions...

The best advice is to contact a lawyer if you are unsure. You have a right to try to call a lawyer for 10-15 minutes before you take a blood, breath, or urine test. See similar questions...

Answer: The Santa Barbara County Alcohol & Drug Program is primarily an administrative office that contracts with local community based organizations to provide alcohol & drug prevention, early intervention, treatment and recovery services to the community. In addition, SBADP conducts project-specific preliminary assessments and recommendations for treatment placement for Adult and Juvenile offenders. See similar questions...

Alcohol or drug addiction is a complex brain disease. It is characterized by compulsive, at times uncontrollable alcohol or drug craving, seeking and use that persist even in the face of very negative consequences. Alcohol or drug seeking becomes compulsive in large part as a result of the effects of prolonged drug use on the brain functioning and, thus, on behavior. For many people, alcohol or drug use becomes chronic, with relapses possible even after long periods of abstinence. See similar questions...

Answer: Treatment services are available for teens in our community. Each area of the county has a Youth & Family Treatment Center to serve youth with substance abuse problems and provide counseling to their families. SBADP contracts with the following agencies to provide youth & family treatment: See similar questions...