Tag: drug test
FMCSA Clearinghouse, DOT Drug Test, and Non DOT Physicals
A Practical Guide for Drivers and Employers If you manage a fleet or hold a CDL, federal compliance isn’t background noise — it’s part of the job. Three areas tend to cause the most confusion: the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, DOT drug testing requirements, and non-DOT physicals. Each one serves a different purpose and…
Drug Testing For Marijuana and FMCSA Clearinghouse
Navigating Marijuana Rules and the FMCSA Clearinghouse If you manage a fleet or hire commercial drivers, compliance is at the core of your operation. Transportation work carries serious responsibility, and keeping the roads safe for everyone is the top priority. Lately, rapid changes in state marijuana laws have created confusion. With many states now permitting…
Drug Test, QuantiFERON TB Test, and Non DOT Physicals
Occupational Health Screening Services: Drug Test, QuantiFERON TB Test, and Non DOT Physicals When you need a pre-employment screening or workplace health exam, it helps to know what to expect before you arrive. Many employers, schools, and organizations require specific services to support safety, compliance, and job readiness. Three of the most common are drug…
Drug Testing For Marijuana and the FMCSA Clearinghouse
Drug Testing For Marijuana and the FMCSA Clearinghouse: What Employers Need to Know to Protect Safety and Stay Compliant Marijuana policy is changing fast, but workplace safety rules have not disappeared. For employers, especially those in transportation and safety-sensitive industries, that creates a real challenge: how do you manage marijuana testing, stay compliant, and protect…
How to Avoid Common Mistakes when Optimizing Your Drug Testing Policy
By Sharon Bottcher, Senior Director of Policy Services of the Current Consulting Group Overall drug and alcohol use in the United States continues to be on the rise. 1 According to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics (NCDAS), almost 32 million people (11.7% of the population) were actively using drugs as of 2021, with…
5-Panel Drug Test, Non DOT Physicals & Marijuana Reschedule
Workplace screening can be hard to sort through, especially when rules, policies, and public discussion keep changing. Three topics often come up together: the 5-panel drug test, the non DOT physical, and the ongoing discussion around marijuana rescheduling to Schedule III. Each one serves a different purpose. A 5-panel drug test is a screening tool…
2026 5-Panel Drug Test and Drug Testing for Marijuana:
What It Means for Marijuana Testing, Employers, and Employees Drug testing is no longer a simple yes-or-no issue. In 2026, the standard five-substance screen still plays a major role in hiring, workplace safety, and legal compliance. But marijuana has made the picture much more complicated. As more states change cannabis laws, employers and workers need…
Beyond the Basics DOT Drug Test and More
By Current Consulting Group Staff How Employers Across All DOT Modalities Can Prepare for Audits U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) audits may be intimidating, but with preparation and the right systems in place, employers can navigate them confidently. This article continues our deep dive into DOT Drug & Alcohol Employer Audits—shifting from what they are…
Nationwide Updates on Marijuana Drug Test Regulations
This episode of the Joe Riley on Drug Testing in America podcast takes a deep dive into one of the most complex and rapidly evolving issues employers face today: marijuana in the workplace. Featuring expert insights from Phil Dubois, the discussion explores how shifting state laws, federal regulations, and safety concerns impact drug testing policies…
Drug Testing For Marijuana Today and NON DOT Physical
Marijuana laws have changed fast across the country. Many employers and workers now face a simple but important question: how do drug testing rules fit with a NON-DOT physical, and how does that differ from DOT rules? The answer matters because DOT-regulated testing follows a strict federal system, while NON-DOT programs often give employers more…