Testing Mechanisms. The following testing mechanisms shall be used for any drug or alcohol tests performed pursuant to the testing procedure:
Testing Mechanisms. Drug testing mechanisms may include the radioimmunoassay (RIA) method, the thin layer chromatography (TLC) method or other methods or techniques recognized by authorities as reasonable and reliable. If an employee tests positive based upon these methods, the test shall be confirmed by gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) test. Drug testing shall normally be based upon urinalysis unless good cause exists for another basis for testing. Testing for alcohol or other substances may be performed by recognized methods or techniques (e.g. blood testing, breathalyzer, etc.)
Testing Mechanisms. The following testing mechanisms shall be used for any drug test performed on members of the Association:
Testing Mechanisms. The following testing mechanisms shall be used for any drug tests performed on entry level probationary members of the Department:
Testing Mechanisms. 2.1. The following mechanisms shall be used for any drug test performed:
Testing Mechanisms. Testing mechanisms used for any test for alcohol or controlled substances performed on members of the Association may include standard field impairment tests, breath alcohol test, and/or standard laboratory blood and/or urine analysis tests.
Testing Mechanisms a. Samples will be tested for chemical adulteration, alcohol, and controlled substances (drugs). Accepted DOT and/or SAMHSA methods and standards will be employed for the collection of blood and/or urine samples.
Testing Mechanisms. The following testing mechanisms shall be used for any test for intoxicants or controlled substances performed on members of the Association: