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Pre Employment Drug Test Concerns
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A negative dilute drug test result typically requires a retest or review by a Medical Review Officer (MRO). Employers must communicate any delays or issues, especially if the employment offer depends on the test results. Lack of communication and potential wage discrimination could be grounds for legal action. Document all interactions and consider consulting an employment lawyer for advice. Employers are generally required to provide a pre-adverse action notice if they intend to take adverse action based on background check results.Full Conversation
I have a issue with me being hired with signal energy for a construction solar site in priencton, indiana the main issue is pre employment drug screen or could be a issue with the wage i was offered and accepted
Hi ****! To better understand your situation, can you clarify if you have already undergone the pre-employment drug screen or if you're concerned about the potential results?
Yes i have taken it. The test is with quest diagnostics 22301n sap *-* w/opl w/nit and stated mro review. The test result was negative dilute. The employer, the background screen company and I have basic results for the tests but they have not been sent to the mro. I'm getting a runaround from the mro. They stayed to contact the lab. The lab tells me I cannot receive any information because the test was requested from the employer. It's been over * weeks since the results came back with no communication from signal energy. I know the site maybe required to follow. Dot regulations because they're receiving federal funding, or they're going after the incentive tax credit because they have to pay per diem.
****, it sounds frustrating to be caught in this situation. For pre-employment drug testing, especially under DOT regulations:
- Employers must follow up on "negative dilute" results.
- The Medical Review Officer (MRO) should review results before hiring decisions.
- Contacting your employer to expedite the MRO review might be effective.
Can you confirm if your employment offer depends solely on this drug test result?
- Employers must follow up on "negative dilute" results.
- The Medical Review Officer (MRO) should review results before hiring decisions.
- Contacting your employer to expedite the MRO review might be effective.
Can you confirm if your employment offer depends solely on this drug test result?
Yes it depends on results of the test. I do not know if they are required to follow dot regulations as I can find no detailed info of what incentives they might be going for and what exactly the regulations they would have to follow my other thought is because I was offering a wage of $* an hour base pay with $*.*. Cash Fringe benefits that it may be something to do with a wages. Discrimination, like A. They decided they don't want to pay that because that will be roughly double what they're paying most of their other heavy equipment operators and i was told through an unofficial source (a superintendant with signal energy who is a friend) that day was not going to accept the test results. I don't see how they could not accept them when the drug test states they go to an mro for review. I know there is nothing that was found in the test to cause issue as i do not use any illegal drugs or am i on any medications
****, it might be beneficial to take these steps:
- Request Written Clarification: Ask your employer for a written explanation regarding the delay or any issues with your test results.
- Document Everything: Keep records of all communications with the employer, lab, and MRO.
- Consult an Employment Lawyer: They can help determine if there's any discrimination or breach of contract involved.
Have you considered reaching out to an employment lawyer for further advice?
- Request Written Clarification: Ask your employer for a written explanation regarding the delay or any issues with your test results.
- Document Everything: Keep records of all communications with the employer, lab, and MRO.
- Consult an Employment Lawyer: They can help determine if there's any discrimination or breach of contract involved.
Have you considered reaching out to an employment lawyer for further advice?
Yes i am considering legal council. I am just trying to source any relavent information i can to determine how much of a case i might have. I also will add that I took the test October 5th. This is october eighteenth, and I have heard no official communication from signal energy regarding employment status, rescinding offer Anything related to pre adverse action within this time frame
****, it sounds like you might have a solid basis for legal action due to the delay and lack of communication. Here are some points to consider:
- Pre-Adverse Action Notice: Employers are usually required to provide a pre-adverse action notice if they intend to take adverse action based on background check results.
- Communication: The lack of communication from Signal Energy may be a concern, especially if they are required to follow DOT regulations.
- Discrimination: If your wage offer is significantly higher than others, discrimination or wage-related issues might be involved.
Given the timeframe and lack of response, I recommend consulting an employment lawyer who can review the details thoroughly.
Have you documented all your communications and attempts to get information from Signal Energy?
- Pre-Adverse Action Notice: Employers are usually required to provide a pre-adverse action notice if they intend to take adverse action based on background check results.
- Communication: The lack of communication from Signal Energy may be a concern, especially if they are required to follow DOT regulations.
- Discrimination: If your wage offer is significantly higher than others, discrimination or wage-related issues might be involved.
Given the timeframe and lack of response, I recommend consulting an employment lawyer who can review the details thoroughly.
Have you documented all your communications and attempts to get information from Signal Energy?
Yes, I sent an email yesterday regarding the potential issue of results, not being sent to the. Mro and received no communication back from that email and i'm wanting to send another email.But I don't exactly know what I need to say in the email regarding the information or what I need from them
****, here’s a suggestion for your follow-up email:
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Subject: Follow-up on Pre-Employment Drug Test Results and Employment Status
Dear [Employer's Name or HR Department],
I hope this email finds you well.
I am writing to follow up on my pre-employment drug test results, which were conducted on October 5th. The results indicated a "negative dilute" and have not yet been reviewed by the Medical Review Officer (MRO). As my employment offer depends on these results, I am concerned about the delay and lack of communication.
Could you please provide a written update on the status of my drug test results and any potential issues causing the delay? Additionally, I would appreciate clarification on the next steps in the hiring process.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Best regards,
****
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Have you considered speaking directly with someone in HR or management to expedite the process?
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Subject: Follow-up on Pre-Employment Drug Test Results and Employment Status
Dear [Employer's Name or HR Department],
I hope this email finds you well.
I am writing to follow up on my pre-employment drug test results, which were conducted on October 5th. The results indicated a "negative dilute" and have not yet been reviewed by the Medical Review Officer (MRO). As my employment offer depends on these results, I am concerned about the delay and lack of communication.
Could you please provide a written update on the status of my drug test results and any potential issues causing the delay? Additionally, I would appreciate clarification on the next steps in the hiring process.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Best regards,
****
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Have you considered speaking directly with someone in HR or management to expedite the process?
Yes, I plan to do that Monday. For a pre employment drug screen, what would employers Normally consider a negative dilute
A "negative dilute" result in a pre-employment drug screen means the sample was too diluted to produce a reliable result. Here's what employers typically do:
- Retest: Employers often ask for a retest.
- Review: MRO reviews the result to ensure no tampering or medical issues.
- Policy: Follow company policy or DOT regulations if applicable.
Have you checked your employer's policy on "negative dilute" results?
- Retest: Employers often ask for a retest.
- Review: MRO reviews the result to ensure no tampering or medical issues.
- Policy: Follow company policy or DOT regulations if applicable.
Have you checked your employer's policy on "negative dilute" results?
No I have not received any information regarding their policy on drug testing because I can't receive any communication from them period
****, it seems you're in a challenging spot. Here are some steps you might consider:
- Retest Request: As per DOT regulations or company policy, employers may ask for a retest.
- Document Efforts: Keep documenting all your communication attempts.
- Legal Advice: Since you've had no communication, consulting an employment lawyer might be necessary.
Have you tried contacting Quest Diagnostics for more information directly?
- Retest Request: As per DOT regulations or company policy, employers may ask for a retest.
- Document Efforts: Keep documenting all your communication attempts.
- Legal Advice: Since you've had no communication, consulting an employment lawyer might be necessary.
Have you tried contacting Quest Diagnostics for more information directly?
Yes, I have contacted quest and they told me since the test was ordered by an employer, they cannot give me no information
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****, it seems you have a solid case, especially considering the lack of communication and potential wage discrimination. Here are some steps you can take:
- Consult an Employment Lawyer: They can help interpret the lack of communication and any potential discrimination.
- Send a Follow-Up Email: Emphasize the urgency due to the delay affecting your employment status.
- Possible Retest: Request a retest based on standard procedures for a "negative dilute."
Have you scheduled a consultation with a lawyer yet?
****, it seems you have a solid case, especially considering the lack of communication and potential wage discrimination. Here are some steps you can take:
- Consult an Employment Lawyer: They can help interpret the lack of communication and any potential discrimination.
- Send a Follow-Up Email: Emphasize the urgency due to the delay affecting your employment status.
- Possible Retest: Request a retest based on standard procedures for a "negative dilute."
Have you scheduled a consultation with a lawyer yet?
The only other thing I'll add is. There was a drug test before this one that resulted in a canceled stout test because of a high ph.Level, but that should not factor into this whole situation.Should it, as it's not a valid test?Not positive or negative?
Given your situation, here's some general information:
- Canceled Test: A test canceled due to a high pH level should not impact your current employment status.
- Retest: Employers may still require a retest for clarity.
- Legal Advice: Consulting an employment lawyer could help clarify your rights and next steps.
Have you documented the details of the canceled test and communicated them to your potential employer?
- Canceled Test: A test canceled due to a high pH level should not impact your current employment status.
- Retest: Employers may still require a retest for clarity.
- Legal Advice: Consulting an employment lawyer could help clarify your rights and next steps.
Have you documented the details of the canceled test and communicated them to your potential employer?
Yes, they have received results from both the drug screens
Given the complexity of your situation, consulting an employment lawyer seems advisable. Here are some steps you might consider:
- Request Written Clarification: Ask your employer for a written update on the test results and the hiring process.
- Document Everything: Keep detailed records of all communications.
- Legal Consultation: Consult an employment lawyer for advice on discrimination and breach of contract issues.
Have you scheduled a consultation with a lawyer yet?
- Request Written Clarification: Ask your employer for a written update on the test results and the hiring process.
- Document Everything: Keep detailed records of all communications.
- Legal Consultation: Consult an employment lawyer for advice on discrimination and breach of contract issues.
Have you scheduled a consultation with a lawyer yet?
Not quite yet.I'm just providing documentation and make sure I contact everybody and getting all my ducks in a row before I actually take that route
****, it sounds like you have a well-documented situation with potential legal implications. Here are some steps to finalize your preparation:
- Follow-Up Email: Send another email to your employer emphasizing the urgency.
- Documentation: Ensure all communications are neatly organized.
- Legal Consultation: Schedule a consultation with an employment lawyer soon.
Would you like assistance in drafting another follow-up email or need more information on specific employment laws?
- Follow-Up Email: Send another email to your employer emphasizing the urgency.
- Documentation: Ensure all communications are neatly organized.
- Legal Consultation: Schedule a consultation with an employment lawyer soon.
Would you like assistance in drafting another follow-up email or need more information on specific employment laws?
I would like to know if it's possible. When a drug test states that it goes to an m r * review, if it's legal for them to not send it there, or is it just a possible communication error
It's generally expected that a "negative dilute" drug test result should be reviewed by a Medical Review Officer (MRO). Here are a few points:
- Legal Requirement: Employers, especially under DOT regulations, must ensure MRO review.
- Possible Communication Error: Delays can occur due to administrative errors.
Have you considered sending a formal request for clarification on why the test results were not sent to the MRO?
- Legal Requirement: Employers, especially under DOT regulations, must ensure MRO review.
- Possible Communication Error: Delays can occur due to administrative errors.
Have you considered sending a formal request for clarification on why the test results were not sent to the MRO?
I sent an email notifying them of a potential issue that the results have not made it to the. MRO and receives no confirmation back. Regarding the issue
****, it seems like you're dealing with a potential legal issue. Here are some steps to consider:
- Request Written Clarification: Send another email to your employer emphasizing the need for urgent clarification on the test results.
- Document Everything: Continue keeping detailed records of all communications.
- Legal Consultation: Schedule a consultation with an employment lawyer for more tailored advice.
Would you like assistance in drafting another follow-up email?
- Request Written Clarification: Send another email to your employer emphasizing the need for urgent clarification on the test results.
- Document Everything: Continue keeping detailed records of all communications.
- Legal Consultation: Schedule a consultation with an employment lawyer for more tailored advice.
Would you like assistance in drafting another follow-up email?
Yes, help me draft the proper email to send to them clarifying any information that I need to request and answers that I need from them regarding employment status
Sure, here's a draft for your follow-up email:
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Subject: Urgent Follow-Up on Pre-Employment Drug Test Results and Employment Status
Dear [Employer's Name or HR Department],
I hope this email finds you well.
I am writing to urgently follow up on my pre-employment drug test results, conducted on October 5th. The results indicated a "negative dilute" and have not yet been reviewed by the Medical Review Officer (MRO). As my employment offer depends on these results, I am concerned about the delay and lack of communication.
Could you please provide a written update on the status of my drug test results and clarify the reasons for the delay? Additionally, I would appreciate information on the next steps in the hiring process, including whether a retest is required.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Best regards,
****
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Would you like any adjustments or additional information included in the email?
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Subject: Urgent Follow-Up on Pre-Employment Drug Test Results and Employment Status
Dear [Employer's Name or HR Department],
I hope this email finds you well.
I am writing to urgently follow up on my pre-employment drug test results, conducted on October 5th. The results indicated a "negative dilute" and have not yet been reviewed by the Medical Review Officer (MRO). As my employment offer depends on these results, I am concerned about the delay and lack of communication.
Could you please provide a written update on the status of my drug test results and clarify the reasons for the delay? Additionally, I would appreciate information on the next steps in the hiring process, including whether a retest is required.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Best regards,
****
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Would you like any adjustments or additional information included in the email?
Should it be added about where I'm asking if there's pre? Adverse action that's been taken.Well, why I have not been notified?Two weeks passed when the test results were received
Sure, here's a revised draft for your follow-up email:
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Subject: Urgent Follow-Up on Pre-Employment Drug Test Results and Employment Status
Dear [Employer's Name or HR Department],
I hope this email finds you well.
I am writing to urgently follow up on my pre-employment drug test results, conducted on October 5th. The results indicated a "negative dilute" and have not yet been reviewed by the Medical Review Officer (MRO). As my employment offer depends on these results, I am concerned about the delay and lack of communication.
Could you please provide a written update on the status of my drug test results and clarify the reasons for the delay? Additionally, I would appreciate information on the next steps in the hiring process, including whether a retest is required.
Furthermore, I would like to know if any pre-adverse action has been taken and why I have not been notified, given that two weeks have passed since the test results were received.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Best regards,
****
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Would you like any further adjustments?
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Subject: Urgent Follow-Up on Pre-Employment Drug Test Results and Employment Status
Dear [Employer's Name or HR Department],
I hope this email finds you well.
I am writing to urgently follow up on my pre-employment drug test results, conducted on October 5th. The results indicated a "negative dilute" and have not yet been reviewed by the Medical Review Officer (MRO). As my employment offer depends on these results, I am concerned about the delay and lack of communication.
Could you please provide a written update on the status of my drug test results and clarify the reasons for the delay? Additionally, I would appreciate information on the next steps in the hiring process, including whether a retest is required.
Furthermore, I would like to know if any pre-adverse action has been taken and why I have not been notified, given that two weeks have passed since the test results were received.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Best regards,
****
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Would you like any further adjustments?
I'm almost positive that they have decided to withdraw offer. I heard through my unofficial source Who is a superintendent with the company that they was not going to accept the drug test results. Even without the results being sent to the m.r.o But i've received no information about that decision
Given the situation, it seems you might have a strong case for legal action. Here's a draft for your follow-up email:
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Subject: Urgent Follow-Up on Pre-Employment Drug Test Results and Employment Status
Dear [Employer's Name or HR Department],
I hope this email finds you well.
I am writing to urgently follow up on my pre-employment drug test results, conducted on October 5th. The results indicated a "negative dilute" and have not yet been reviewed by the Medical Review Officer (MRO). As my employment offer depends on these results, I am concerned about the delay and lack of communication.
Could you please provide a written update on the status of my drug test results and clarify the reasons for the delay? Additionally, I would appreciate information on the next steps in the hiring process, including whether a retest is required.
Furthermore, I would like to know if any pre-adverse action has been taken and why I have not been notified, given that two weeks have passed since the test results were received.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Best regards,
****
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Have you considered scheduling a consultation with an employment lawyer now to discuss potential next steps?
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Subject: Urgent Follow-Up on Pre-Employment Drug Test Results and Employment Status
Dear [Employer's Name or HR Department],
I hope this email finds you well.
I am writing to urgently follow up on my pre-employment drug test results, conducted on October 5th. The results indicated a "negative dilute" and have not yet been reviewed by the Medical Review Officer (MRO). As my employment offer depends on these results, I am concerned about the delay and lack of communication.
Could you please provide a written update on the status of my drug test results and clarify the reasons for the delay? Additionally, I would appreciate information on the next steps in the hiring process, including whether a retest is required.
Furthermore, I would like to know if any pre-adverse action has been taken and why I have not been notified, given that two weeks have passed since the test results were received.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Best regards,
****
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Have you considered scheduling a consultation with an employment lawyer now to discuss potential next steps?
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