The Importance of Employee Drug Testing in the Workplace A strong drug and alcohol testing program delivers a win-win for businesses and their employees – boosting safety and morale while lowering healthcare and workers’ compensation costs. All companies can gain benefits from an employee drug testing program – whether pre-screening job candidates or periodically [...]
Secondhand marijuana smoke harbors numerous health risks to exposed non-pot smokers. With the legalization of marijuana in many states, it is becoming an increased cause of concern. Many people wonder whether secondhand marijuana smoke can cause a positive drug test. Effects of Marijuana Smoke on Drug Test Many concerns have been raised about the [...]
The opioid epidemic presents serious opiate testing safety challenges for employers. And most employers don't test for many commonly abused opioids. In 2018, the federal government added what is called "expanded opiates" to the DOT drug test panel. The expanded panel now includes many commonly prescribed pain killers and the result has been an [...]
Commonly abused non-prescription drugs, although helpful and convenient, come with an array of drawbacks and risks, such as the risk of addiction and abuse. When used long-term and in higher doses, many of these drugs can be deadly. Because of their accessibility and affordability (compared to prescription medication), OTC medication is frequently used for [...]
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 [...]
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