Studies affirm drug use leads to poor academic performance

Researchers found that the frequency of the use of alcohol and marijuana during the past month was related to academic performance. Of students reporting an A or B average:
-72.2% were students who did not use marijuana in the past month as compared with 58% of those who used marijuana on 1 to 4 days in the past month and 44.9% of those who used marijuana on 5 or more days during the past month.
-72.5% were students who did not use alcohol during the past month as compared with 67.1% of those who used (but did not binge on) alcohol in the past month and 57.7% of those who engaged in past month binge alcohol use. (The NSDUH Report, Issue 18)

Substance abuse is a widespread problem in our society

An estimated 14.8 million Americans are current illicit drug users. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration reported that 77 percent of illicit drug users in the United States are employed. That’s 9.4 million people. The chances are good that your organization employs one of these workers. (SAMSA)

At least 20% of the workforce suffers from some type of mental health or substance abuse problem. This costs American industries more than $270 billion in lost productivity and treatment costs each year.
67% of all work related accidents are the direct result of substance abuse
Nearly 67% of people entering the workplace have used drugs, 44% have used them in the past year (N.I.D.A)
20% of motor vehicle accidents are attributable to drugged driving

Residential Services

Sniff Dogs, the discreet way to confirm or refute the presence of drugs in your home

In today’s complex society in which pervasive influences (e.g., the Internet, movies and ever-present peer pressure) portray drugs as commonplace and even harmless. A parent can never be entirely certain whether their kids have been induced to experiment. No caring parent can afford to let experimentation lead to casual use and allow it to escalate to more dangerous substance abuse. Early intervention is widely regarded as the key to prevention. And intervention at any time is better than remaining, as the kids say, “clueless.”

Educational Services

A Drug Free School

Maintaining a drug free school campus is a constant challenge for school administration. The best approach is to address the issue from several angles, drug detection being one of them. Like any form of prevention the deterrent must be visible, consistent and enforced. Sniff Dogs services school systems with regular frequent campus visits, randomized locations, expedience, and is non disruptive to the students. Our services are cost effective and campus wide. A “sniff” finds the drugs.

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Commercial Services

Drug Prevention Reduces Business Risk

Companies and employers by law must make every effort to maintain a drug-free working environment. This can be a challenge for most employers. While drug testing options are viable for hiring practices and targeted interventions, drug detection dogs are the least invasive method of eradicating drugs from your business. Sniff Dogs service is simple to implement, allows for facility wide coverage, and is cost effective and non-disruptive.

We recommend random periodic visits with you determining the frequency. These random inspections create a strong deterrent against anyone selling or using drugs in the work place. We normally inspect common areas, including lunchrooms, lockers, and parking lots as well as warehouses, office areas, and desks. In the event contraband is found, the area will be identified. As a private agency, we provide service to your locations without the challenges faced when law enforcement is present.

As an employer your employees may have substance abuse concerns at home. Many employee assistance programs support preventative services to ensure early intervention. This can reduce claims expense and improve workforce productivity. A Sniff Dogs residential service offers your employees the opportunity to implement drug prevention at home.

If you are not sure, be sure. Contact us to design a program suitable to your needs.