Reply #24: I oppose such tests because they may not stop at illicit drugs. . .

[Journeyman]

Once they open you up to testing, what's to stop them for testing to see what prescription drugs you're using, whether or not you're menopausal or pregnant, and delving deeper into your DNA to see what a health risk you may be in the future.

If the tests are only used to determine drug use -- and alcohol abuse is treated the same -- then I've no problem with taking a test at the beginning of employment. After that, deal with me on issues as they arise: If I'm drunk or stoned on the job, fire me because of poor or dangerous work skills. If I'm drinking or drugging at home, on my free hours, focus on the real issue: my free hours, and leave me be.

Is this in accord with some standard of "group think"? Don't know, don't care.