Drug-testing program management - Recent Audits - Brief Article

TIG Brief: The Inspector General, July-August, 2003

An Air Force product center did not always effectively manage the drug-testing program to assure a drug-free work environment.

Specifically, the review identified five significant issue areas adversely impacting program results:

* sampling methodology did not include the required percentage of military and civilian participants,

* metrics were not always documented and reported as required,

* military members and civilian employees were not properly notified when selected or required to appear when scheduled for testing,

* personnel did not maintain all required documentation, and

* officials were not properly notified when participants tested positive.

Management officials strengthened controls to increase program oversight and resolve all problem areas noted.

ROA F2003-0005-FCH000