Drug and Alcohol Testing

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Oregon Decriminalizes Possession of Hard Drugs

Learn how Oregon’s decriminalization of hard drugs affects workplace drug testing policies, compliance, and safety procedures.

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Q4 Update: Positivity Rates Continue To Worsen Due To the COVID-19 Pandemic

As the COVID-19 pandemic takes center stage, crises such as the amphetamine epidemic only continue to worsen as they go unnoticed. As we face one pandemic, employers need to anticipate the worsening amphetamine epidemic and prepare their workplace drug testing programs now before it’s too late.

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FMCSA Announces Drug and Alcohol Testing Discretion

Review FMCSA’s notice on drug and alcohol testing discretion and what it means for employer compliance and driver safety programs.

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New York City Adds New Exemption to Their Pre-Employment THC Testing Ordinance

NYC updates THC testing ordinance with new safety-sensitive job exemptions. Learn how this impacts employer drug testing policies.

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The Safety of Drug Testing Collection Sites Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

Discover how drug testing collection sites have enhanced safety protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic to protect employees. Learn about improved cleaning, social distancing, and risk assessment procedures.

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The COVID-19 Pandemic Leads to Surge in Drug Test Positivity Rates

Discover how COVID-19 increased drug test positivity rates and why employers must strengthen testing to protect workplace safety.

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Oklahoma Governor Signs House Bill to Fund Pilot Program for THC Breathalyzers

Oklahoma signs a bill approving THC breathalyzers, impacting workplace drug testing and employer compliance across industries.

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Drug and Alcohol Abuse Rates Expected to Rise Following COVID-19 Pandemic

Learn why drug and alcohol abuse rates are expected to increase after COVID-19 and how employers can address workplace safety and compliance.

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DOT Guidelines for Drug and Alcohol Testing During COVID-19 Outbreak

Learn how COVID-19 impacted DOT drug and alcohol testing guidelines, including employer responsibilities and compliance requirements.

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DISA’s Most Impactful Articles of 2019

This insightful wrap-up highlights significant changes, growing trends, and best practices that employers can find helpful in the employment screening and safety-sensitive industry. In case you missed them the first time, we’ve carefully chosen the most impactful articles DISA published in 2019 covering drug testing, background check, and the transportation industry.

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How to Build an Effective Drug Testing Policy That Stays Up-To-Date and Compliant

Learn how to create a workplace drug testing policy that improves safety, ensures compliance, and supports a drug-free work environment.

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DOT Drug Testing Requirements for 2020

Review the 2020 DOT drug testing requirements, including regulations, employer responsibilities, and compliance updates for workforce safety.