If a driver receives a failed DOT drug test result while delivering a shipment, the employer must remove them from safety-sensitive duties immediately. The FMCSA requires employers to take action NOW—without delay. However, removing the driver mid-route creates an urgent problem. The shipment is already on the way. You must find another driver to [...]
Remaining Compliant Through COVID-19 The FMCSA drug testing exemption allows certain interstate transportation employers involved in the Coronavirus response to skip random drug and alcohol testing. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued an Enforcement Notice extending this waiver through Feb. 28, 2021. Moreover, the agency released this notice on Dec. 15 as [...]
Are you operating within compliance of the new extension? The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) extended and expanded the first-ever national Emergency Declaration through Feb. 28, 2021. It provides direct assistance for commercial drivers and carriers who support COVID-19 emergency relief efforts by waiving hours of service regulations. Find out more about the [...]
2021 DOT Random Test Rates In accordance with Federal guidelines, if the reported positive drug test rate for the DOT modal agencies is below 1 percent for 2 consecutive years, the Administrator can reduce the 2021 DOT random testing rate of covered employees. Since rates were changed in 2020, there are tentatively no rate [...]
With substance abuse rising at an alarming rate in the workplace, organizations need to provide their employees with reasonable suspicion training. Reasonable suspicion training not only enhances workplace safety but is also a vital part of caring for your employees and learning to recognize potential health problems. What is Reasonable Suspicion Training? Online Reasonable [...]
Glenview entrepreneur finds innovative ways to provide services and products to people, always thinking about how to meet their needs. https://www.dailyherald.com/news/20210106/glenview-entrepreneur-finds-new-ways-to-take-care-of-customers Glenview's Tim Thoelecke runs InOut Labs in Morton Grove, whose core business is conducting employee drug testing to employers nationwide. Founded in 2012, InOut Labs also will work directly with consumers to test [...]
Use Can Lead to Positive Marijuana Test Can federally regulated truck drivers safely use CBD products? The simple answer is “No.” DOT CBD warning makes it clear that use may lead to job loss. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) warn that commercial drivers who use [...]
In an article entitled ‘There are many opportunities in our industries,' InOut Labs founder Tim Thoelecke Jr answers a number of questions about his industries and things that have contributed to the success not only of InOut Labs, but also to his personal success A few snippets: Q: Describe your company. A: InOut Labs [...]
Urine Today, Your Hair 2021 It took an act of Congress and six years of waiting, but federal guidelines for hair sample drug testing in the trucking industry will finally be available in 2021. The FAST Act (Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act) was signed into law in December 2015. It included provisions for highway [...]
When a driver fails or refuses a drug or alcohol test, serious consequences follow. The situation becomes complicated quickly. Employers and drivers must understand the Return-To-Duty (RTD) process. This is essential to resolving FMCSA Clearinghouse Violations. After selecting a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), the driver must designate them in the Clearinghouse. The SAP cannot [...]
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