March – Paperless Process – For-Cause/Reasonable Suspicion Drug and Alcohol Test
March 2025 – Paperless Process – For-Cause/Reasonable Suspicion Drug and Alcohol Test
I am excited to share that UAMS will transition the For-Cause/Reasonable Suspicion Drug and Alcohol Test process from a paper form to an online form, effective Monday, March 3, 2025. The new online request form will provide a centralized, efficient, and consistent method for initiating a test.
To initiate a For-Cause/Reasonable Suspicion drug and/or alcohol test, the manager/designee will access the link to the form located on the Employee Relations website and in the policy. Please review the printable instructions prior to completing the online form. Additionally, the Documentation of Observed Behavior (witness form), is also accessible in the workflow. The manager/designee will no longer be required to deliver a paper copy of the request form to Student & Employee Health Services (SEHS) to request a drug test. SEHS and Employee Relations will automatically receive notification in the workflow.
This initiative aligns with the guidelines set forth in the UAMS Administrative Guide 3.1.14 – Drug and Alcohol Testing policy. DPC, Employee Relations, has streamlined an efficient process for initiating drug and alcohol testing under circumstances of for-cause or reasonable suspicion. The policy updates will be in Compliance 360 on the go-live date.
Key Details:
- Go-Live Date: Monday, March 3, 2025
- Accessibility: The online form will be accessible on the Employee Relations webpage, and in the policy, making it easy for authorized personnel to complete and submit requests.
Action Items:
- Familiarize yourself with the new online form prior to needing to send an employee for testing. This will ensure a smooth transition, understanding of the process, and prevent unnecessary delays in testing to remain compliant with the policy.
- Plan to delete all previously saved copies of the paper For-Cause Authorization Forms to prevent inadvertently utilizing the wrong form.
Thank you in advance for your continued support, adherence to policy, and commitment to the safety of our UAMS community.
Please direct any questions regarding this announcement to EmployeeRelations@uams.edu.