Drug Testing <Tab/>Many people these days are concerned with drug abuse at school and at the workplace. For this reason, the trend for many businesses and schools has been to test for drugs in applicants and current employees. Drug use has risen sharply over the past few years, and employers believe they need to take more precautions in order to maintain a "safe and reputable workplace" (McAllister). <Tab/&…showed first 75 words of 549 total…

…showed last 75 words of 549 total…if they are being "punished" for no reason. This could end up doing more harm than good by stirring up things that should probably be left alone. <Tab/>In conclusion, drug testing should be done if there is probable cause. Random drug testing only makes the average worker or student sad or angry. As long as used widely, it can be a valuable tool to root out potential problems and hazards.