Business Narcotic Sniffs

Dark Knight K9 can provide random, unannounced visits to your
business to provide a deterrent to the presence of illicit drugs in
the work place.  We check lockers, offices, cubicles, sleeping
quarters, common areas, company vehicles and other areas as
requested by business administrators.

Since business administrators are afforded a reduced
expectation of privacy while employees are present, we act as an
agent of the business utilizing a trained detection K9 to
determine "reasonable suspicion" for search.  This process allows
the objectivity of the trained K9 to determine the presence of
illicit drugs rather than create potential liability for the business
administrator who individualizes suspicion with respect to a
specific employee.

Precedent setting legal cases dictate that the use of canines and
the associated inspections process must be conducted on a
random basis.  Therefore, it is important not to direct the K9 team
to specific locations because of a rumor or hunch that an
employee may possess drugs on any given day.

What happens during a Dark Knight K9 narcotic sniff search?

The business administrator will escort our K9 team and observe
the inspection activities.  Our team will search lockers, offices,
cubicles, sleeping quarters, common areas, company vehicles
and other areas as requested.   

In the event illicit drugs are found, it is recorded and sealed in
an evidence bag and custody is signed over to the designated
business official in charge of the search.  The business official is
responsible for any subsequent action.  Dark Knight K9 does not
locate or dispose of any found drugs or drug paraphernalia.   
Both our visit and the outcome are totally confidential.

In the event our dog finds no scent evidence of drugs at your
business, you will once again have peace of mind and
re-establish the trust in your employee.

We are not affiliated with law enforcement or other government
agencies and we do not notify them of our findings.

Dark Knight K9 detection dogs are trained to detect marijuana,
cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamine and most designer
drugs.  Quite often, the actual presence of one of the above
substances will be found during the course of a narcotic sniff.  In
other instances, the scent of a substance may be present and yet
no physical evidence is found.  This is what we call a "residual
odor".


Safety

A canine drug detection program is not about invading employee
privacy, it's about maintaining health and safety standards within
the workplace. Drug use impairs a person’s ability to function in
their everyday life. Even if the use of drugs is restricted to outside
working hours the effects are long lasting. A canine drug
detection program is able to identity safety risks and eliminate
them. This benefits the company as a whole as well as the
employees.

Quality of Work

Employers have a right to decide on the type of people they want to
hire. A Canine Drug Detection Program ensures the quality of
work is not effected by substance abuse. Overall, a Canine Drug
Detection Program raises the quality of work by simply
eliminating employees that use drugs and are therefore
contributing less to the company.

Reduced Health Insurance Costs

Canine Drug Detection Programs effectively clean up the work
place in terms of identifying users. This can greatly reduce health
insurance premiums and health costs for the company. By
reducing the amount of medical costs related to work accidents
and drug related illness the company significantly reduces
overall costs.

Reduced Absenteeism

Canine Drug Detection Programs have proven useful in reducing
absenteeism within the workplace. Drug related absenteeism and
sick leave could be devastating to the company in terms of both
the cost and company morale. Random searches help to reduce
the amount of employees using drugs.

Reduced Work Related Accidents

Accidents can and will happen, it’s just the law of nature, but
accidents are more likely when there are drugs involved. A
Canine Drug Detection Program acts as a deterrent to drug use.  
Random canine drug searches may also influence employee’s
decision making regarding bringing drugs to work as the
possibility of a search is always there.

Reduced Recruitment Costs

Reduced turnovers mean reduced recruitment costs. The cost of
firing, hiring and training can be elevated if your turnover rates
are high. A Canine Drug Detection Program can help to reduce
these costs by ensuring employees are drug free.

More Productive Employees

Productivity is paramount to success in any workplace. If you can
increase efficiency then you are more likely to meet company
goals and maintain a high level of development. Drug users can
slow down productivity; that is where a Drug Detection Program
can be helpful.

Reduced Work Place Conflict

Conflict in the work place can result in diminished productivity
and effectiveness. It is common for drug users to suffer from mood
swings and irrational behavior patterns. This can cause conflict
in the workplace and is not conducive to a harmonious
environment.

Fewer Thefts and Claims

There has been a proven reduction in thefts and claims in
companies where a Canine Drug Detection Program is
implemented. These programs significantly contribute to a more
safe, productive and conflict free environment.
The top reasons why your company needs a
canine drug detection program
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"More than 70 percent of
substance abusers hold
jobs; one worker in four,
ages 18 to 34, used drugs
in the past year; and one
worker in three knows of
drug sales in the
workplace."

American council for drug education
"Americans consume 60 percent of the world’s production of illegal
drugs: 23 million use marijuana at least four times a week; 18
million abuse alcohol; 6 million regularly use cocaine; and 2 million
use heroin.

In the workplace, the problems of these substance abusers become
your problems. They increase risk of accident, lower productivity,
raise insurance costs, and reduce profits. They can cost you your job;
they can cost you your life."

American council for drug education