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DOT Drug Tests, Fentanyl, and Why the Standard 5-Panel Drug Test Is No Longer Enough

Learn whether a 5-panel drug test includes fentanyl, how DOT rules differ from non-DOT panels, and when employers may need fentanyl-specific testing.

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The Fentanyl Crisis Hits the Workplace: Navigating the DOT’s Proposed Expanded Testing Panel

DOT has proposed adding fentanyl to its drug-testing panel. Learn what employers should review now for DOT policies, training, MRO verification, and readiness.

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What the Data Says About Drug Testing for Today’s Safety-Sensitive Workforce

See what recent webinar data says about hair, urine, and oral fluid drug testing for safety-sensitive workers and when dual-methodology testing may help. 

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Oklahoma HB 3127 Expands Employer Authority Under Medical Marijuana Law

Oklahoma HB 3127 expands employer authority over positive marijuana tests. Learn what policies, notices, and safety-sensitive reviews to update. 

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How Colleges and Universities Can Build an Effective Employee Drug Testing Program

Learn how colleges and universities can build role-based employee drug testing programs for healthcare, safety-sensitive, and campus roles.

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What Employers Need to Know About the NEW 2026 Federal Drug Testing Custody and Control Form

Learn what changed on the 2026 Federal Drug Testing Custody and Control Form, when the 2023 CCF can still be used, and when an MFR is required.

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The “Deterrence Effect” May Reduce Your Urine Positivity Rates

Learn how the deterrence effect in drug testing helps employers reduce workplace risk, strengthen policy compliance, and support safer hiring.

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An In-Depth Analysis of Positivity Rates by Drug Testing Methodology

See DISA’s 2025 positivity rates and learn why hair and urine drug testing can detect more risk than single-method testing in safety-sensitive workforces.

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What Are Contractor Consortiums?

Learn what contractor consortiums are, how they reduce duplicate testing, and why owners and contractors use them to simplify compliance and site access.

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Substance Abuse in the Workplace: Costs and Employer Risks

Substance abuse in the workplace costs employers thousands per employee. Learn the financial impact, key stats, and how to reduce risk.

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How to Build an Effective Workplace Drug Testing Policy: 3 Essential Steps for Employers

Learn how to build a workplace drug testing policy with clear steps, compliance tips, and best practices to protect safety and reduce risk.

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DOT Part 40: ODAPC Issues Clarification for Safety-Sensitive Employers

Learn how DOT Part 40 treats positive marijuana tests, MRO verification, and why state medical marijuana documentation does not change DOT results.