... of their job. In these instances, the consent may not be informed. Although we value and guard our privacy, at times it may be necessary to give up that right for the greater good. Employer drug testing is an extremely intrusive activity, but at times can be necessary and beneficial, not only to the organization, but also the employee. Indiscriminate drug testing in the workplace is completely inappropriate, but drug testing can be appropriate when an employee's role dictates that assurances of sobriety are necessary or their behavior indicates they are a threat to the safety and welfare of the organization, society and/or its customers (Shaw & Barry, 2007, p. 362). When an employee's performance or behavior indicates intoxication on the job, testing is appropriate, not only to protect the organization and co-workers, but to protect the employee as well. If a pilot showed up for work in an apparent ...

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