Some shops test, I know of one locally that does. If you ask me, its a good idea, diver instructors have a lot of responsibility and using drugs is an abuse of the student and shops trust.
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newtodiving:Does PADI perform random drug testing on their certified instructors? During my training to become an open water diver, my instructor left the class and went to his van and was smoking. When he got back, his eyes were glassy and bloodshot and he smelled of marijuana.
wedivebc:I am sure that is not the case here in Canada and I doubt it would be the case in the US. Reporting suspected drug use is everyones duty and should not fall under fear of reprisal.