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Drug and Alcohol Testing

September 01, 2021

On February 22, 2021, Gov. Murphy signed three bills related to cannabis legalization in the state. The laws largely did not impact employers until August 21, when the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) finalized their rules around the sale and use of cannabis. As states continue to create new marijuana laws or make changes to existing ones, it’s vital that employers remain updated. Protecting workplaces against drug abuse and misuse, especially with safety-sensitive positions, is paramount to the success and reputation of a company and the health and safety of its employees.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

August 12, 2021

Patrice Kelly, Director of ODAPC, discussed the importance of adequately documenting drug test refusals during a recent presentation. Often, the collection sites don’t provide an extensive description of the reasoning behind the refusal, leaving Designated Employer Representatives (DERs) with very little information to make an accurate determination. By following DOT guidelines, expert advice, and best practices when documenting refusals, DERs will obtain a more thorough explanation helping to solidify the most accurate determination for a refusal ruling.

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.