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Your refusal to submit to a drug or alcohol test is generally equivalent to testing positive to a drug or alcohol test.
But because drug tests are exquisitely sensitive, consuming certain poppy seed food products can lead to positive urine drug test results for opiates – specifically for morphine, codeine or both.
Be sure to tell the testing professional if you are taking any prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, or supplements, because these substances may affect your test results. Also, you should avoid foods with poppy seeds, which can show up as opiates in a drug test.
If this happened in your case, ask for a retest of your sample. If your employer for some reason doesn't believe your explanation of the positive result, and your retest comes up positive again, it's time to talk to an experienced employment lawyer about the best way to protect your rights.
What should you say to your employer if you fail a drug test? Be honest, express your willingness to comply with company policies, and discuss any steps you are taking to address the issue, such as seeking treatment.
Honesty is the best policy. Just speak up and explain the situation to the employer. Ask them if you can delay the test for a week or so until the chemicals are out of your system.
Simply ask if you can take another test. Many will have no problems accommodating your request. It helps to present evidence as to why you tested positive the first time. As already mentioned, a letter from a doctor or pharmacist regarding a prescription medication will help.
Simply ask if you can take another test. Many will have no problems accommodating your request. It helps to present evidence as to why you tested positive the first time. As already mentioned, a letter from a doctor or pharmacist regarding a prescription medication will help.
If this happened in your case, ask for a retest of your sample. If your employer for some reason doesn't believe your explanation of the positive result, and your retest comes up positive again, it's time to talk to an experienced employment lawyer about the best way to protect your rights.
If you fail a drug test, you may face disciplinary action depending on the circumstance. You may be declined a job offer if you are a potential applicant. If you fail a drug test during employment, your employer may terminate, suspend or demote you ing to your company's policies or agreement.