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Split-sample techniques should be used to
ensure test validity and reliability. That is, a collected sample should be
divided into three parts upon arrival at the laboratory. One part should be
tested initially, a second part should be used for th (Klingner, 1991)e confirmatory test
if the first test is positive, and the third part should be frozen for future
use as evidence in court (if the test results are used as the basis for
disciplinary action or discharge and the employee sues as a result). Laboratory
personnel should possess the qualifications and certifications required to
perform tests appropriately and accurately. Technicians should be certified by
whatever federal or state agency has jurisdiction over the laboratory. Test
results should be read, interpreted, and reported only by those qualified to do
so. Pbsitive results should be reported only to the appropriate person in the
company or agency, and this reporting should take place only after positive results
of an initial screening have been confirmed. The laboratory will base positive
determinations on appropriate cutoff levels established by the employer, by
federal regulations, or other standards agreed upon in advance. (Klingner, 1991)
Bibliograpgy
Klingner, D. E.
(1991). Workplace drug abuse and AIDS : a guide to human resource management
policy and practice. New York: QUORUM BOOKS.
