Understanding what qualifies as a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) is crucial for businesses and drivers in the transportation industry. The classification of a vehicle as a CMV affects which federal safety regulations apply, especially regarding driver qualification, drug and alcohol testing, and licensing. Let’s break it down with updated insights and a visual guide [...]
Drug testing plays a vital role in maintaining safety and compliance in the workplace—especially in regulated industries like transportation, healthcare, and manufacturing. But what happens when a test comes back as "Invalid"? While most people are familiar with "positive" or "negative" results, an invalid drug test result can lead to confusion, concern, and questions [...]
InOut Labs, a national leader in drug testing and employment screening solutions, is proud to announce the launch of InstaCLEAR Virtual Drug Testing, powered by Novir. This new platform brings drug testing into the digital age with a real-time, fully supervised, oral fluid drug test that allows employers and individuals to test from virtually [...]
When you hire a new CDL driver, you must complete several steps before the driver becomes eligible to drive. When You Hire a New CDL Driver Ensure the driver is registered in the FMCSA Clearinghouse to conduct a Pre-Employment Full Query. You must receive a “Driver Not Prohibited” Pre-Employment Query result, or the driver [...]
Cannabidiol (CBD) has gained popularity for its purported therapeutic benefits, such as pain relief, reduced anxiety, and stress management. However, employees subject to FMCSA drug testing regulations should be cautious when using CBD products. Despite its growing popularity, CBD is not regulated and may contain trace amounts of THC, which can lead to a [...]
Quest Diagnostics annual drug testing index (DTI) report for 2023 is released. DTI also provides valuable insights into drug use in the workforce and covers a range of illicit, legal, and prescription drugs. The report can help employers make informed decisions and changes in their drug testing programs. In this blog post, we also [...]
According to industry experts, JJ Keller's yearly report states that FMCSA and its state partners conducted over 12,300 investigations in 2023. Out of these, 4,100 were on-site audits, and 5,800 were on-site focused reviews. In 2023, FMCSA increased on-site audits as more auditors actively conducted field investigations than in 2022. This trend is expected [...]
CDL drivers working for multiple employers are more common than you think. There are specific regulations from FMCSA regarding such drivers. Drivers who work for multiple employers are broadly classified into the following: Drivers who hold regular employment with multiple employers Drivers regularly employed by a motor carrier but occasionally drive for another motor [...]
InOut Labs Introduces Proctored Instant Oral Fluid Drug Tests InOut Labs is one of the top suppliers of drug testing services for employees in the country. The firm now offers Proctored Instant Oral Fluid Drug Test nationwide. These tests ensure compliance with the recently enacted laws in California. Additionally, they provide unparalleled convenience by [...]
Understanding post-accident drug testing requirements ensures compliance with the regulations of different DOT agencies. Each agency outlines specific guidelines to determine when testing is necessary. FMCSA Post-accident drug testing becomes mandatory after any accident involving a fatality. Testing is also required in two additional scenarios: when authorities tow one or more motor vehicles from [...]
