Pitfalls of CBD Use Among Commercial Drivers
“Can CBD products lead to positive drug tests? It’s possible. Explore the risks of CBD use for commercial truck drivers. “The highway transportation industry is no stranger to the longstanding debate on the legalization of marijuana in the U.S. That debate plays directly into one of the main components of the safety-related regulatory scheme for […]
Everything You Need to Know About Reasonable Suspicion Testing for Department of Transportation Mandated Employees
Reasonable Suspicion Testing (RST) is a process used by the Department of Transportation (DOT) to enforce drug and alcohol testing regulations. It is designed to provide employers with an effective way to detect and prevent drug use in the workplace, improve safety, and create a healthier work environment. This process requires supervisors to have reasonable […]
FMCSA Clearinghouse Update: Query Notifications
“The Clearinghouse will now notify employers if there is a change to a driver’s Clearinghouse record up to 12 months following a driver query. “Previously, after conducting a pre-employment query, an employer received a notification from the Clearinghouse if there was a change to that driver’s Clearinghouse record within 30 days. FMCSA has expanded employer […]
Looking for Substance Abuse Professionals? How to Find the Right One
Substance Abuse Professionals (SAPs) are trained and qualified to provide evaluation and referral services to federally-mandated employees who have failed a mandated drug and/or alcohol test. SAPs are essential in helping individuals identify the cause of their substance use issues and refer them to treatment plans that address the underlying causes of their addiction. SAPs […]
Return to Duty Process and the Substance Abuse Professional
Are you searching for a Substance Abuse Professional due to a failed (or refused) DOT drug and/or alcohol test? If you are tested for an alcohol concentration of .04 or greater, or have tested positive for drugs, you will need to go through the return to duty process which involves seeing a qualified Substance Abuse […]
Medical Marijuana and the DOT Mandated Employee
Did you recently fail a drug test due to marijuana and now have to undergo a DOT SAP evaluation? A JAMA study estimates that medical marijuana is used by about 1-2% of the adult population in the United States. Its use, however, can vary from state to state, as only 37 states and the District […]
SAP Providers in North Dakota for Safety-Sensitive Employees
Looking for SAP Providers in North Dakota to start the return to duty process? Drug and alcohol testing for all employees with safety-sensitive functions is necessary to protect the general public and keep employees and their colleagues safe. The types of jobs with safety-sensitive functions include those that use heavy machinery, when operating public transportation, […]
2023 Random Testing Rates for DOT Employees
All employees that are considered DOT-mandated safety-sensitive employees are subject to random drug testing as part of their employment agreement. In order to see the 2023 random testing rates, you need to make sure you account for each DOT mode. Many people do not realize just how many transportation industries these include, as several DOT […]
PHMSA Mandated Employee Drug and Alcohol Testing FAQ
Being a federally regulated employee working within the mode of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, or PHMSA, can be challenging but you also may receive comprehensive benefits including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance, long-term care and life insurance. Apart from a retirement plan, employees may also get to enjoy a thrift savings […]
The Upside of Workplace Drug Testing
For employers with safety-sensitive employees, DOT drug testing rules are imperative and must be followed to ensure not only a safe working environment for your employees but the general public as well. Drug and alcohol testing is the number one way to keep all of your employees safe within the workplace. A safe workplace will […]
