Tag: non dot drug test
How Many Drug Screen Panels Exist?
Drug screening has become a common practice in many workplaces, especially those that involve safety-sensitive positions. Employers are tasked with ensuring that their employees are fit for duty and not under the influence of drugs that may impede their ability to perform their job duties. Drug testing panels are used to detect the presence of…
Understanding the Basics of Non-DOT Drug Testing
As a responsible employer, ensuring workplace safety should always be a top priority. One of the most common measures taken to promote safety in the workplace is drug testing. However, not all drug tests are created equal. If you’re new to drug testing, you might be wondering what a non DOT drug test is and…
What are the Most Popular Drug Tests?
Drug testing is rapidly growing in popularity, particularly in industries such as transportation, manufacturing and other areas. Many companies HR and Risk departments are now using various drug tests to screen potential employees for drug use and maintain safe working environments. However, there are different types of drug tests, and not all are created equal.…
Drug Testing Guide – Types and Benefits
Drug testing has become a vital practice in numerous industries and companies for pre-employment screening, random testing, and for reasonable suspicion cases to ensure a drug-free workplace. Undeniably, drug abuse causes a higher rate of absenteeism, accidents, and injuries that translate into lost productivity, legal liability, and insurance premiums. The significance of drug testing is…
Non-DOT Drug Screening and Its Importance
Drug testing has become an essential part of employment screening that most employers incorporate in their hiring process. With the rise of drug and alcohol abuse among employees, companies are looking for stricter measures to ensure their workplace is drug-free and safe for all employees. While drug screening is commonly referred to as DOT drug…
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…
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…
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…
Whats a Non DOT Drug Test
If you’re an employer, transportation company or owner operator, you’ve probably heard of DOT drug tests. But what is a non-DOT drug test? Non-DOT drug testing is very similar to DOT drug testing in terms of the procedures and requirements. However, there are some key differences that you should be aware of. Keep reading to…