Introduction
Drug testing is legal in Georgia for employers and for individuals. Hundreds of drug testing facilities are available throughout Georgia. One phone call can set up your account or get you in for an immediate walk in test. Call the professionals at National Drug Screening, a national accredited third party administrator (TPA).
Need an Immediate Drug Test in Georgia?
National Drug Screening (NDS) can help with one phone call to 866-843-4545 or by placing an order online. Our experts are ready to assist with drug tests for school enrollment, probation, child custody, or personal testing. Note: Marijuana (THC) remains illegal in Georgia as of November 2025.
Employers can receive immediate assistance for a pre-employment drug test and also implementation of a comprehensive drug free workplace. Georgia trucking companies look to NDS for DOT compliant drug testing and consortium services.
Call 866-843-4545 or Order Online
Drug and Alcohol Testing in Georgia
NDS partners with drug testing centers across Georgia, offering urine drug testing (DOT and non-DOT), saliva (oral fluid) testing, hair follicle testing, pre-employment drug screening, personal and self-testing, teen (school-related) testing, and alcohol testing. All tests include lab confirmation to rule out false positives and are reviewed by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).
Employer Drug Testing Programs in Georgia
Employers implement drug testing programs to ensure safety, productivity, and compliance. Many Georgia trucking companies and owner-operators rely on NDS for DOT random consortium programs.
Drug Testing Locations in Georgia
National Drug Screening provides services throughout Georgia, including Atlanta, Savannah, Marietta, Alpharetta, Augusta, Macon, Lawrenceville, Roswell, Kennesaw, Athens, Gainesville, Stone Mountain, Duluth, Valdosta, Decatur, Columbus, Helen, Norcross, Suwanee, Lithonia, Tybee Island, Newnan, Dahlonega, Brunswick, Fort Benning, Smyrna, Albany, Ellijay, Peachtree City, Buford, Warner Robins, Douglasville, Statesboro, Rome, Conyers, Sandy Springs, Blue Ridge, Acworth, Snellville, Carrollton, Thomasville, Riverdale, Milledgeville, Homeland, Woodstock, McDonough, Dunwoody, Chattahoochee Hills, Canton, and Dalton. All drug testing centers are open daily.
Questions and Answers
Can Georgia employers test for marijuana?
Yes, marijuana is illegal and most Georgia employers test for marijuana. Learn more about marijuana considerations and laws in Georgia.
Can National Drug Screening offer my company an immediate pre-employment drug screen?
Is there a lot of DOT drug testing available in Georgia?
Yes, Geogia is home to many trucking companies and owner operators. These companies and individuals regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) are required to be in a DOT consortium for drug and alcohol testing. Fast, affordable and efficient drug testing programs are available from National Drug Screening.
Can I get same day drug testing in Georgia?
How can I get a comprehensive drug free workplace policy to comply with Georgia workers comp insurance law for a premium discount?
Expert drug testing professional are available at NDS to help employers with the creation of a comprehensive drug free workplace policy and program.
Georgia Drug-Free Workplace Laws
There are no laws in Georgia prohibiting drug testing. However, Georgia offers a 7.5% workers’ compensation premium discount for employers who implement a certified drug-free workplace program. Professionals at National Drug Screening can assist you with certification as a Georgia drug-free workplace.
Overview of the Georgia Drug-Free Workplace Program
- Voluntary, self-administered program
- Applies to private and self-insured employers
- Requires compliance with Georgia’s program rules for premium discount eligibility
Program Requirements
- Written substance abuse policy
- Supervisor training (2 hours)
- Employee education (2 hours)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) or resource file
- Application for workers’ compensation credit
- Annual recertification
Testing Rules Under Georgia Law
Allowed testing types include pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, routine fitness-for-duty, and return-to-work after rehabilitation. Instant testing is permitted for pre-employment only, with laboratory confirmation required for all non-negative results.
Georgia Drug Testing Statutes
- §50-24-1 (1993): Contractors with state contracts of $25,000+ must have a substance abuse prevention program.
- §45-20-90: Public employees in high-risk jobs may face random testing; refusal or a positive result can lead to termination.
- §33-9-40.2 & §34-9-410: Employers certified under Georgia’s drug-free workplace law receive a 7.5% workers’ comp premium discount.
- §34-9-17 (1993): Employees may be denied workers’ comp benefits if intoxication or drug use caused the injury or death.
Benefits of Georgia’s Drug-Free Workplace Program
- Safer work environment and fewer accidents
- Reduced absenteeism, turnover, and theft
- Increased productivity and employee morale
- 7.5% workers’ compensation insurance credit
- Legal protection against certain unemployment and compensation claims
Testing Methods Offered by National Drug Screening
- Hair follicle drug testing
- Urine testing (DOT and non-DOT)
- Saliva/oral fluid testing
- Pre-employment and random drug screening
- Personal and school testing
- Comprehensive drug-free workplace programs
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