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Regulated and Non Regulated Drug Test
Drug testing has become increasingly common in today’s world, especially in industries such as transportation, construction, and healthcare. However, not all drug tests are created equal. In fact, there are two main types of drug tests: regulated and non regulated. As an HR, risk, transportation company, or an owner-operator, it’s essential to understand the differences…
Drug Testing Consortium
What is a drug testing consortium? Are you an employer or HR representative looking for reliable, comprehensive drug testing services? Are you a driver who needs to prove you are meeting the FMCSA drug and alcohol random testing mandate? If so, then understanding what is a drug testing consortium is essential. As part of the…
Regulated vs NonDOT Drug testing
As an employer, you must be aware of professional standards and regulatory compliance when conducting drug testing. With the heightened use of drugs and alcohol in our society, safety concerns are at the forefront for employers in all industries. However, many may not realize that there is a difference between regulated drug testing, such as…
Safety Concerns and the Medical Review Officer (MRO)
MRO notifies you that they have a safety concern over your employees prescription When you receive a notification from your Medical Review Officer (MRO) that they have identified a safety concern with an employee’s prescription, it can be alarming. Not only do you immediately worry about the welfare of said employee, but also the potential…
Regulated vs. Non-Regulated: Drug Testing Basics
Regulated and non regulated drug screens For employers, the difference between a regulated drug screen and non-regulated drug screen can be daunting. Fortunately, understanding the differences between the two are essential for providing effective hiring practices and successful organizational risk management strategies. A regulated drug screening is often known as a DOT Drug Screen, which…
Employee Requirements for FMCSA Clearinghouse
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Clearinghouse is an important tool for employers and owner operators of commercial motor vehicles. Not only do employers need to comply with the background checking requirements that have been mandated by the FMCSA, but they also need to ensure their supervisory personnel and employees are trained on this process.…
FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Queries
Are you an employer or a transportation company operating in the trucking industry? For your workforce to remain compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse regulations, queries must be made into their clearinghouse system. But what information do these queries entail exactly? Read on to find out more about queries…
Easy Tuberculosis (TB) Test
TB Testing Tuberculosis (TB) is a life-threatening disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Diagnosing and testing for TB often requires lengthy, uncomfortable procedures – until now. The QuantiFERON-TB Blood Test offers an efficient and accurate way to test for TB infection, allowing employers and healthcare workers fast, convenient access to the information that they…
What drugs are in a Drug test panel 10
What drugs are in a Drug test panel 10 Do you ever find yourself wondering what drugs are in a Drug Test Panel 10? Many employers and private citizens use this type of test to detect the presence of ten or more substances in the human body, yet not everyone is familiar with the exact…
Retention time for 5 panel and 10 panel drug test
What is the drug retention time for 5 panel and 10 panel drug test If you are an employer, risk manager, or parent in the transportation industry and your employees or children utilize drug testing for safety purposes, it is important to understand how long certain drugs stay in the system to ensure accurate test…