For MVRs and other background check services, see our ScreeningWise site ------ A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) is a report provided by the state, detailing an individual’s driving history. As part of their commercial driver's license (CDL) programs, states must exchange data with the federal Commercial Driver's License Information System (CDLIS). The CDL annual [...]
Debunking Myths about Driving under the Influence of Marijuana The Controlled Substances Act of 1970 makes it illegal to use or possess cannabis in the US for any reason, including weed and driving. Cannabis is classified as a Schedule I substance under this law, meaning it is considered to have a high potential for [...]
When a CDL Fails a Drug Test, He Is Prohibited From Doing More Than You Think Simply put, when a CDL driver fails a drug test, the employer must immediately remove the driver from safety-sensitive functions, such as driving CMVs. The driver must complete the return-to-duty process with a DOT-qualified substance abuse professional. Additionally, [...]
It is the job of the transportation industry to transport goods over vast distances, making it an essential sector of society. When recruiting drivers to represent your company on the road and transport goods across the country, it is critical to confirm that they are capable of carrying out their duties safely and legally. [...]
While consuming alcohol is legal for adults over 21 in all U.S. states, alcohol testing for drivers enforces stricter rules for CDL holders. They cannot have a breath alcohol concentration of .02 or higher while performing safety-sensitive tasks. Alcohol impairs judgment and increases risky behavior on the road. Due to these dangers, the Federal [...]
In a DOT drug testing program, the end of each quarter becomes a hectic time. This happens because most of our DOT clients follow FMCSA regulations. The FMCSA requires employers to ensure that each selected individual undergoes random testing within the designated period. At InOut Labs, we conduct DOT drug and alcohol tests for [...]
Long gone are the days when truck drivers relied on coffee and amphetamines to stay awake for 48-hour trips. Not only is this behavior reckless, but it also violates federal law. Since 1991, commercial driver license (CDL) holders have been required to undergo federally mandated drug and alcohol testing to ensure road safety. If [...]
The Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (DACH) is a secure online database that enables employers, FMCSA, state law enforcement agencies, and driver licensing agencies to access real-time information about driver drug and alcohol violations. This is done to improve road safety in the US. The FMCSA Clearinghouse was launched on Jan. 6, 2020, and. as [...]
The regulatory landscape in the transportation sector is changing rapidly. Amid the stringent regulatory requirements, even a small reporting or compliance mistake can land you in legal trouble and result in costly penalties. On top of that, a drop in your CSA score is sure to affect your business’s profitability. This is where a [...]
Registrations for the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse began on September 28, 2019. The following individuals and organizations must register with the Clearinghouse: Commercial driver's license (CDL) holders Employers of commercial drivers Consortia/Third-Party Administrators (C/TPAs) Medical Review Officers (MROs) Substance Abuse Professionals (SAPs) In May 2021, the FMCSA published a report summarizing two years [...]
