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Designated Employer Representative (DER) Must Remove Employee from Safety-Sensitive Functions While Awaiting Split Specimen Test Results

DER Remove Employee: Immediate Action Required Drug testing compliance is essential in safety-sensitive industries, and the Designated Employer Representative (DER) must take immediate action when an employee tests positive for drugs. Without hesitation, the [...]

By |February 10th, 2025|Categories: DOT Compliance, DOT Drug Testing|Comments Off on Designated Employer Representative (DER) Must Remove Employee from Safety-Sensitive Functions While Awaiting Split Specimen Test Results

What Happens When a Collector Finds Items Used to “Beat” A Drug Test?

Drug Test Cheating: Understanding and Preventing Tampering in FMCSA-Regulated Industries Drug testing plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and safety of FMCSA-regulated industries. However, drug test cheating remains a persistent challenge, with [...]

By |February 2nd, 2025|Categories: drug test cheating, drug testing|Comments Off on What Happens When a Collector Finds Items Used to “Beat” A Drug Test?

What Does the MRO Report to the DER When There is a Positive, Adulterated, or Substituted Test Result?

MRO Report to DER: Key Responsibilities and Process The MRO report to DER is a crucial step in workplace drug testing. The Medical Review Officer (MRO) serves as a vital link in ensuring accurate [...]

By |January 24th, 2025|Categories: DOT Compliance, DOT Drug Testing, FMCSA Clearinghouse|Comments Off on What Does the MRO Report to the DER When There is a Positive, Adulterated, or Substituted Test Result?