Staffing Industry
Hiring the right employees for your staffing agency shouldn't be a gamble. If you're still relying on outdated methods or trusting candidates at face value, you're setting yourself up for headaches down the line.
Drug abuse, criminal histories, and inaccurate job histories can cost you more than just time—they can damage your reputation and impact your bottom line. That's where Health Street comes in. We offer a game-changing solution to streamline your screening process, reduce risks, and ensure that every hire is a confident, reliable choice. Why leave it to chance when you can make smarter, faster decisions with the right tools at your fingertips?
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Laws and Regulations for Drug Testing in Staffing
Staffing agency drug tests include pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, random, and post-accident drug testing. No laws prohibit drug testing for staffing agencies or mandate it for private employers. However, staffing agency drug testing laws can vary by state, so ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations is crucial. Here are some of the laws and regulations you must follow when drug testing applicants or employees:
The National Labor Relations Act of 1935
In 1935, the National Labor Relations Act was passed to encourage collective bargaining and protect workers' complete freedom of association. Under this act, all drug testing policies for unionized workers must be presented, negotiated, and agreed upon by the union.
The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993
Another law employers must comply with is the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993. This act ensures that employees receive job-protected unpaid leave for medical reasons. However, the employees must have worked for the employer for a minimum of a year and worked a minimum of 1,250 hours during that time. The act applies to private companies with at least 50 employees and all public employers. Under this policy, employees are entitled to twelve weeks of unpaid leave to address personal or family needs while their job is protected.
The Americans With Disabilities Act
The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) must be followed by all employers with over fifteen employees. This act ensures that no one is discriminated against because of disability, including people who have recovered from alcohol and drug abuse and completed their substance abuse treatment. This act is designed to safeguard qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination and ensure they are not unfairly excluded from job opportunities or subjected to adverse actions due to their disabilities.
Drug Testing Services
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Why Staffing Background Checks Matter
Staffing agencies are trusted to deliver qualified, dependable workers. A solid background check helps you avoid placing candidates with criminal records, false job histories, or inflated credentials.
A 2023 study by StandOut CV found that 64.2% of Americans have lied on a resume, and 18.5% have used fake references. The most common lies involve salary (32.8%) and work experience (30.5%).
Most alarmingly, roughly 1 in 3 adults have a criminal record in the United States—about 77 million people!
Staffing agency background checks are easy. Run quick, thorough background screenings to help keep your workplace safe, including:
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Criminal record searches
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Employment and education verification
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Reference checks
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Drug testing add-ons
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And more!
Background Check Services
We run background checks 100% online. Fast, reliable, and built for the Staffing industry. No scheduling, no delays. Just results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do temp agencies drug test?
Yes, many temp agencies do drug test their candidates—especially if they're placing workers in industries where safety or compliance is a concern. While drug testing isn’t legally required for most staffing agencies, it’s often done to meet the expectations of the employers they serve or to comply with specific industry standards. Health Street offers flexible testing options so you can screen temps quickly and confidently before placement.
What kind of drug test do staffing agencies use?
The type of staffing agency drug test chosen differs depending on the company. Businesses usually choose urine testing since it is the most cost-effective. Hair drug testing is sometimes selected for companies that want to detect substances for a longer detection window—up to 90 days. Health Street provides both urine and hair drug testing.
What makes a good staffing agency drug testing policy?
The type of staffing agency drug test chosen differs depending on the company. Businesses usually choose urine testing since it is the most cost-effective. Hair drug testing is sometimes selected for companies that want to detect substances for a longer detection window—up to 90 days. Health Street provides both urine and hair drug testing.
How do you keep background checks confidential?
We prioritize security, which is why we use our own GLASS platform. GLASS safeguards personnel data and background checks through cutting-edge encryption and robust data management practices. Furthermore, we empower you to maintain complete control over your data at every stage, ensuring the highest level of transparency and confidence in our services.
What’s included in a standard background screening for the staffing industry?
Restaurants are not mandated to drug test their job applicants or employees. Still, many opt to do so, mainly because it is so common in the food service industry to abuse drugs or alcohol while on the job.
Why Health Street
Relying on unreliable staffing industry background checks and inconsistent drug testing is risky and costly. At Health Street, we cut through the noise with fast and accurate solutions that make your hiring process smarter, not harder. We make screening simple so you can focus on what matters most—growing your business.
Citations
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Congress.gov. (n.d.). H.R.1 - Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993. https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-bill/1
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Fennell, A. (2025, March 25). How many people lie on their resume? [Study]. StandOut CV. https://standout-cv.com/usa/stats-usa/study-fake-job-references-resume-lies
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National Conference of State Legislatures. (2025, March 18). Criminal records and reentry toolkit. https://www.ncsl.org/civil-and-criminal-justice/criminal-records-and-reentry-toolkit
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National Labor Relations Board. (n.d.). The law. https://www.nlrb.gov/about-nlrb/rights-we-protect/the-law
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (n.d.). Federal laws and regulations. https://www.samhsa.gov/substance-use/drug-free-workplace/employer-resources/federal-laws
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U.S. Department of Justice. (n.d.). Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended. https://www.ada.gov/law-and-regs/ada/