About Tim Thoelecke

Tim Thoelecke, C-SAPA, is the founder of InOut Labs. InOut Labs is a nationwide provider of employee drug testing services, and your best choice for affordable, direct-to-consumer health tests. Tim Thoelecke is a one of an elite group of Certified Substance Abuse Program Administrators. He is a graduate of Duke University, the Keller Graduate School of Business, the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, and he founded InOut Labs to help employers and individuals take control of their health, culture and safety. InOut Labs' websites: www.inouotlabs.com (Drug Testing and DOT Compliance) www.screeningwise.com (Background Screening) www.drugtestingshop.com (E-commerce site for drug tests) www.labtestshop.com (E-commerce site for medical tests). InOut Labs is BBB Accredited with an A+ Rating.

DOT Tests Are a Good Start

Drug Testing Policies: More Than an Afterthought As business owners, most of us view drug testing policies as an afterthought. It often becomes just another item to check off an endless to-do list. Unfortunately, many policies end up forgotten in a drawer. Understanding DOT and Non-DOT Testing If your workforce includes employees regulated by [...]

By |November 13th, 2019|Blog, Drugs|Comments Off on DOT Tests Are a Good Start

Can Employers Still Test for Marijuana? What You Need to Know

May 2022 Update: The following post is still relevant and has information that is relevant to all employers who want or need to maintain a drug-free workplace. As various states legalize marijuana, the employee drug testing landscape is changing quickly. Recent legislation in many states and cities limits an employer’s right to include marijuana [...]

By |October 30th, 2019|Drugs, Marijuana|Comments Off on Can Employers Still Test for Marijuana? What You Need to Know

Thoelecke Presents on Illinois Recreational Marijuana Law

InOut Labs’ Tim Thoelecke Speaks on Illinois Marijuana Legalization Rolling Meadows, IL - October 1, 2019 -- Tim Thoelecke, president of InOut Labs, was a featured speaker at the “Cannabis Legislation in Illinois and Your Workforce” program, hosted by DSP Insurance. The event provided DSP clients with an in-depth analysis of how Illinois’ marijuana [...]

Thoelecke Attends SAPAA Conference in Philadelphia

Tim Thoelecke, the founder of InOut Labs, attended the 2019 SAPAA conference in Philadelphia from September 17 to 20th. Staying Updated on Drug Testing Trends “To serve our clients the best way possible,” says Thoelecke, “we need to be up-to-date on the latest regulations and trends in the drug testing industry.” The industry is [...]

Clearinghouse Queries and Driver Consent

Following is third in a series of emails sent to our FMCSA- regulated client regarding the Clearinghouse. If you missed our previous messages about the Clearinghouse: FMCSA Clearinghouse – New Requirements for Employers and CDL Drivers What Employers Should Do Now What is the Clearinghouse? The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that will [...]

FMCSA Clearinghouse Compliance: Step-by-Step Guide for Employers & Drivers

An email shared with our FMCSA clients. In case you missed our last message it's posted here. The FMCSA Clearinghouse is the law. If you do not comply, your company will be ineligible to operate. We did not make up the rules, but we will help you navigate them. There is a lot to [...]

By |October 8th, 2019|FMCSA Clearinghouse|Comments Off on FMCSA Clearinghouse Compliance: Step-by-Step Guide for Employers & Drivers

FMCSA Clearinghouse – New Requirements for Employers and CDL Drivers

Following is an email sent to our FMCSA-regulated clients on October 2019. What is the Clearinghouse? According to the FMCSA, “The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that will give employers, the FMCSA, State Driver Licensing Agencies, and State law enforcement personnel real-time access to important information about CDL Driver drug and alcohol program [...]

Regulated vs. Non-Regulated Drug Test

What’s the difference between a regulated and non-regulated drug test? Regulated vs. Non-Regulated drug testing follows strict government regulations. Most regulated drug tests fall under the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines, which apply to several agencies, including: FMCSA FAA FRA FTA PHMSA USCG Since these tests must comply with 49 CFR Part 40, [...]

The History and Impact of Employee Drug Testing

To many, the idea of submitting a urine sample as a condition of employment seems invasive and a breach of privacy. However, the history of drug testing dates back decades, shaping workplace policies and regulations. But where did this idea originate? The Origins of Drug Testing Drug testing saw its beginning shortly after the [...]

By |September 30th, 2019|Drugs|0 Comments