⚖️HHS Certified Laboratories and Drug Testing Regulations Overview
Current List of HHS-Certified Laboratories and Instrumented Initial Testing Facilities Which Meet Minimum Standards To Engage in Urine and Oral Fluid Drug Testing for Federal Agencies
Summary
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) notifies Federal agencies of the laboratories and Instrumented Initial Testing Facilities (IITFs) currently certified to meet the standards of the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs (Mandatory Guidelines) using Urine and the laboratories currently certified to meet the standards of the Mandatory Guidelines using Oral Fluid.
Agencies
- Health and Human Services Department
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The document outlines compliance requirements for drug testing programs, particularly relevant for businesses with federal contracts. Business owners must ensure adherence to HHS’s Mandatory Guidelines, which directly affect workplace policies on drug testing. These guidelines mandate certified laboratories, impacting operational choices and compliance costs.