Industry News

Transportation Compliance

August 03, 2021

The Department of Transportation (DOT) recently made two key changes to DOT-regulated Custody and Control Forms (CCF), which is pertinent to those using paper forms. As a required component of the DOT drug testing program, it’s vital that employers remain in the loop of the latest and greatest changes. Failure to transition to the new form by the cutover date of August 30 may result in tests being rejected.  

Drug and Alcohol Testing

July 22, 2021

In January 2020, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) included oral fluid testing in mandatory guidelines for federal workplace drug testing programs. As employers await any official implementations, small changes such as those to Custody and Control Forms (CCFs) are beginning to make their presence. Currently, lab-based urinalysis testing still remains the only approved testing by the DOT, but a box to check for oral fluid testing has most recently appeared on CCFs.

Transportation Compliance

July 01, 2021

Once again, it’s time to begin filing 2021-2022 FHVUT 2290 renewals (Federal Heavy Vehicle Use Tax). The Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT), or Form 2290, is an annual Federal Excise tax enforced on heavy vehicles (equal to or exceeding 55,000 pounds) that operate on public highways. Transportation companies are held liable for filing an HVUT annually and include individual truckers or owner/operators, LLCs, corporations, partnerships, etc. Unlike many state and federal government taxes, this tax must be paid on the upcoming year, not the previous year. It is essential that businesses file their HVUT forms correctly and on time to avoid paying penalties, interests, and IRS audits. For vehicles in service during July 2021, renewals are due by August 31, 2021.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

June 28, 2021

SB 1201 states that 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.

Transportation Compliance

June 14, 2021

The transportation industry’s continuously changing landscape has led to several regulations and compliance changes: many taking place as a result of the pandemic alone. It’s vital for employers to remain in the loop with such a fast-paced and ever-changing industry to avoid fines/fees and meet compliance standards. From 2020-2021, DISA Global Solutions is covering the latest and greatest with an all-encompassing American Trucking Association (ATA) safety regulatory update.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

June 01, 2021

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed the “Darren Wesley ‘Ato” Hall Compassion Act” (the Act) into law on Monday, May 17, 2021, legalizing medical cannabis in the state. The Act establishes the Medical Cannabis Commission and creates a health care market for medical cannabis. Vaping and smoking are prohibited while other products, such as gummies, oils, and/or creams are permitted. The Act is immediately effective following receipt of the Governor’s signature.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

May 18, 2021

2021 corporate drug testing positivity rates are skyrocketing! As employees start returning to the workplace following COVID-19, it’s more important now than ever for employers to implement drug testing policies and procedures. Similar to other national crises in the past, the coronavirus pandemic has led to a dramatic increase in drug test positivity rates fueled by individuals turning to self-medicating to try and cope with the rise in stressful conditions (isolation, financial challenges, health issues, etc.).