Hire with Confidence. Protect Your Workplace. Stay Compliant.
When it comes to hiring in today’s fast-paced and competitive job market, you can’t afford to take chances. A candidate’s resume, cover letter, and interview performance are only part of the story. To truly protect your company, your employees, and your reputation, you need accurate, confidential, and comprehensive background checks paired with drug and alcohol testing.
At Test Smartly Labs in Kansas City, we partner with businesses of all sizes to deliver pre-employment screening and ongoing workforce testing that is both efficient and legally compliant.
Why Background Screening & Drug Testing Matters
1. Workplace Safety
Substance abuse, falsified credentials, and undisclosed criminal histories can lead to unsafe working conditions. In industries with heavy machinery, hazardous materials, or public safety responsibilities, one bad hire can lead to accidents, injuries, or worse.
2. Reduced Liability
Negligent hiring claims can be costly and damaging. By screening before hiring, you can show due diligence, reduce your exposure to lawsuits, and meet legal obligations for certain regulated positions.
3. Better Quality Hires
Thorough screening helps ensure that your hires have the qualifications, skills, and integrity to succeed in their role. This not only boosts productivity but also improves team morale.
4. Cost Savings
Hiring the wrong person costs far more than the expense of a background check and drug test. According to HR studies, replacing a single employee can cost up to 150% of their annual salary — background screening dramatically reduces this risk.
5. Compliance with Industry Regulations
Certain industries, including transportation, healthcare, childcare, and financial services, require specific screenings by law. We help you stay compliant with DOT, FCRA, HIPAA, and other relevant
Comprehensive Employment Testing & Screening Services in Kansas City
We make it simple for employers to get the services they need in one place.
Background Checks
Our checks can be tailored to the position you’re hiring for:
- Criminal history (county, state, federal)
- Sex offender registry search
- Employment and education verification
- Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) for driving positions
- Reference verification
- Identity and social security number trace
Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing
Our Kansas City labs use strict chain-of-custody protocols to ensure results are court-admissible:
- Urine drug tests (5-panel, 10-panel, DOT-compliant)
- Hair follicle drug testing (90-day detection window)
- Oral fluid/saliva testing for recent use
- Blood drug testing for precise detection
- Alcohol breath and blood testing
Benefits for Kansas City Employers
When you partner with Test Smartly Labs for background screening and employment testing, you:
- Reduce turnover by ensuring better hiring decisions
- Lower accident and injury rates in the workplace
- Protect company assets, equipment, and sensitive data
- Maintain a professional, drug-free company culture
- Meet DOT, OSHA, and industry-specific compliance requirements
- Boost employee morale by fostering a safe and trustworthy environment
Ongoing & Random Testing Programs
Hiring is just the first step. Our services extend to:
- Random testing programs to deter ongoing drug/alcohol use
- Post-accident testing for insurance and legal compliance
- Reasonable suspicion testing based on supervisor observations
- Return-to-duty & follow-up testing for policy violators
We work with you to create a customized testing program that fits your company’s needs, schedule, and budget.
On-Site Corporate Testing in Kansas City
We understand that time is money. That’s why we offer on-site testing services, bringing our trained collection team and equipment directly to your location.
Benefits include:
- No downtime from travel to a lab
- Reduced transportation costs
- Faster candidate processing during mass hiring events
- Ideal for remote or safety-sensitive worksites
How the Process Works
- Set Up an Employer Account – We’ll tailor a package for your needs.
- Choose Services – Select the background checks and/or drug tests for your positions.
- Send Candidates – Walk-in to any of our Kansas City metro locations or schedule on-site collections.
- Get Results Fast – Most background checks return in 1-3 days, drug test results within 24-48 hours for negatives.
Why Kansas City Employers Choose Test Smartly Labs
- Serving Kansas City businesses since 2010
- DOT-certified and HIPAA-compliant procedures
- Nationwide partner network for remote candidates
- Flexible in-lab or on-site collection options
- No appointment necessary for candidates
- Competitive pricing with volume discounts
What We Need
For background checks and employment drug/alcohol testing:
- Candidate’s legal name, DOB, and contact information
- Signed consent form (per FCRA guidelines)
- Government-issued photo ID
- Employer account setup for invoicing and program management
Kansas City Metro Testing Locations
Our background screening and employment testing services are available at all five metro locations:
- Kansas City, MO
- Overland Park, KS
- Independence, MO
Nationwide coverage available through our partner network.
Start Screening Smarter Today
Protect your team, safeguard your business, and make better hires with Test Smartly Labs’ Background Screening & Employment Testing in Kansas City.
Call: (816) 777-2977 | (913) 444-9696 | Walk-ins Welcome
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