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DRAFT c. 6. ensure that the following substances are included in the controlled substance testing process: Amphetamines Cannabinoids (THC) Phencyclidine (PCP) Barbiturates Cocaine Metabolites Propoxyphene Benzodiazepines Opiates Inhalants 7. where the employee's injuries prevent ordinary sample techniques and testing, initiate a substitute sample technique, such as blood sampling and testing. 8. when conducting testing for non-safety sensitive positions, contact the appropriate City representative as soon as possible, but in no event later than twelve (12) hours after receipt of the employee's specimen, with initial test results and, if required, within forty-eight (48) hours after receipt of the employee's specimen by the testing facility that will administer the test confirmation. 9. when coordinating testing for safety sensitive positions, contact the appropriate City representative within forty-eight (48) hours after receipt of the employee's specimen with initial test results and, if required, within forty-eight (48) hours after the request for test confirmation. 10. at all times, maintain confidentiality of test results. PERSONNEL DEP ARTMENT RESPONSIBILITY - The Personnel Department will: 1. select the medical facility or facilities which will conduct collections and screenings. 2. inform an incoming employee, or when not required to be done by the employee's supervisor, a current employee, of the City's controlled substance and alcohol testing procedures and require that a CONSENT FORM FOR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE AND ALCOHOL TESTING be read and signed prior to sending the employee for testing. 3. receive the screening results from the medical facility. 4. resolve concerns regarding the medical results of a positive test by: a. contacting the Medical Review Officer and clarifying any medical questions, disagreement, or uncertainty. b. initiating any required testing of the employee's second specimen. 55 Rev. 10/27/04