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The timing of a pre-employment drug test can vary by company policy, role requirements, and jurisdiction, but here are the common practices:

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment:
Most companies conduct drug testing after extending a conditional job offer but before the candidate officially starts work. This approach is beneficial because it:
- Ensures that only those who are highly likely to join the company go through testing.
- Helps avoid unnecessary tests for candidates who may decline an offer.
- Often aligns with legal guidelines, as some jurisdictions require that a job offer be extended before drug testing.
Pre-Offer for Safety-Sensitive Roles:
For roles with significant safety requirements (like operating heavy machinery, handling hazardous materials, or positions in healthcare), some companies may screen candidates before extending an offer. This approach helps ensure that only those fit for the role proceed in the hiring process. However, it's essential to check applicable laws, as some states and countries restrict pre-offer drug testing.

Best Practice: Generally, conducting a drug test after a conditional job offer is made is the most legally straightforward and efficient approach. It ensures the test complies with privacy considerations while still aligning with employment eligibility requirements.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Consent Form

This form provides candidate consent for a drug screening as part of the pre-employment process. The results will remain confidential and used solely for assessing suitability for the position.

Candidate Information

Full Name: ___________________________________________
Date of Birth: ________________________________________
Position Applied For: ____________________________________
Date of Application: ___________________________________

Consent for Drug Screening

I, ___________________________________ (candidate name), understand that a condition of employment at [Company Name] is passing a pre-employment drug screening. I hereby consent to undergo testing, which may include testing for substances specified by company policy and federal regulations.

I acknowledge that:

___The screening will be conducted by an approved, certified testing facility.
___The results of this test are confidential and will be shared only with individuals directly involved in the hiring decision.
___If I test positive for any prohibited substances, I may be disqualified from further consideration for employment.

Please check the following to confirm your consent:

___ I consent to the pre-employment drug screening.
___I understand and agree that a positive test result may affect my eligibility for employment.
___I authorize the release of my drug screening results to [Company Name] for hiring purposes.

Acknowledgment and Signature

I confirm that I have read and fully understand the above consent. I consent to the drug screening as described, and I release [Company Name] from any claims related to this screening process.

Candidate Signature: _____________________________________
Date: _____________________________________

For Company Use Only

Requested by (Hiring Manager): __________________________________
Position Applied For: __________________________________
Date Request Sent: __________________________________

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