Industry News & Trends

A California Court of Appeal has issued a ruling that has resulted in California courts prohibiting the use of dates of birth, driver license numbers, and other identifiers to filter online search results. By redacting date of births from the California court system’s terminal, it makes it more difficult to perform background checks. Employers who have implemented background checks for their workplaces need to be aware of these changes and the impact they have on their policies. This impacts employers regardless if their business is located in the state of California, because applicants who previously lived in California will be restricted by this new requirement.

Learn the key differences between instant and lab-based drug testing to build a compliant, effective workplace program.

Stay informed on the upcoming CBSV consent form deadline and how it impacts employer background screening and compliance programs.

The Social Security Administration updated their Consent Based Social Security Number Verification (CBSV) form (SSA-89) from the 2018 version to the 2020 version. The deadline to transition to the new forms is September 30, 2021. DISA Global solutions wants to ensure employers meet the deadline to maintain compliance and keep business running smoothly.

New Jersey legalizes cannabis. Learn how new marijuana laws impact workplace drug testing and employer policies.

Learn best practices for documenting drug test refusals to ensure accurate determinations, compliance, and risk management in the workplace.

Discover key insights from DISA’s 2019 Owner Survey on contractor screening, drug testing, and safety improvements in the oil, gas, and energy industries.

Learn about the latest DOT-regulated Custody and Control Form (CCF) changes and how they impact workplace drug testing compliance.

HHS oral fluid drug testing approval remains pending, impacting employer drug testing programs and federal workplace compliance.

Learn key details about FHVUT 2290 renewals, including IRS requirements, filing deadlines, and how employers can stay compliant.

Connecticut legalized recreational cannabis on June 22, 2021, allowing adults 21 and over to possess up to 1.5 ounces starting July 1, 2021, with retail sales expected to begin by the end of 2022. Employers with five or more employees can prohibit smoking, electronic nicotine/cannabis delivery systems, and vapor products in any area of a business facility that they control.

Stay informed on the 2021 ATA Safety & Regulatory Update, covering key compliance changes and industry impacts for transportation employers.