Drug testing plays a vital role in ensuring workplace safety, productivity, and compliance with regulations. Two common categories of drug testing are DOT (Department of Transportation) and non-DOT drug testing. While both serve the purpose of identifying drug use, it is essential to understand their key differences. In this article, we will delve into [...]
Auto dealerships can be high-pressure environments, with sales goals to meet and customer satisfaction to maintain. To keep up with the demands of the job, some employees may turn to drugs to stay alert or manage stress. However, drug use in the workplace can have serious consequences, both for the employee and for the [...]
In today's compliance-driven landscape, employers operating within the transportation industry must be keenly aware of their obligations under 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382. These regulations, established by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), outline strict requirements for drug and alcohol testing of safety-sensitive employees. Failure to adhere to [...]
For MVRs and other background check services, see our ScreeningWise site.------A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) is a report provided by the state, which details an individual's driving history. As part of their commercial driver's license (CDL) programs, states are required to exchange data with the federal Commercial Driver's License Information System (CDLIS). MVRs are crucial [...]
InOut Labs’ Timothy Thoelecke achieves CSAPA certification to become Certified Substance Abuse Professional Administrator Thoelecke is now one of 64 Certified Substance Abuse Professional Administrators and is recognized as a specialist demonstrating proficiency in the fieldInOut Labs, a drug and alcohol testing organization, has officially announced that founder Timothy Thoelecke has passed the CSAPA [...]
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, he must be immediately removed from performing safety-sensitive functions (i.e., driving CMVs) until successful completion of the return-to-duty process with a DOT-qualified substance abuse professional, and a negative [...]
While consuming alcohol is legal in all US states for adults over the age of 21, it's illegal for CDL drivers to be have a breath alcohol concentration of .02 or over, while performing safety-sensitive tasks. Alcohol is known to cause an impaired sense of judgment and increased risky behavior on the road, which is [...]
In a DOT drug testing program, the end of each quarter is a hectic time. This is because most of our DOT clients are regulated by the FMCSA. The FMCSA requires that each individual selected for random testing be tested in the period in which s/he is selected. At InOut Labs, we perform DOT [...]
The days when truck drivers would drive for 48 hours around the country on coffee and amphetamines should be long gone. This dangerous behavior is not only a bad choice, but also illegal. Since 1991 commercial driver license (CDL) holders have been subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing. If you are wondering whether [...]
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 digitized [...]
