Navy Policy Update Extends Annual Drug Testing Deadline for Nuclear Sailors

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The Navy is extending the timeframe for drug testing in the Nuclear Weapons community, according to a late July Navy policy change.

Sailors will now have up to 120 days, compared to 30, to get a drug test prior to their initial Nuclear Weapons Personnel Reliability Program, according to ALNAV 60/25.

Drug testing is required for all military, civilian and contractor personnel who are seeking the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) certification for the first time or returning to a position that requires it.