Industry News & Trends
DISA’s insights, tips, and trends cover various topics from human capital management to compliance updates for background screening, drug & alcohol testing, and more. These articles are written by DISA experts and partners worldwide. We highlight the issues and topics that have an impact on the hiring process.
FAA Issues Notice of Enforcement Discretion for Random Drug and Alcohol Testing
Learn about the FAA’s enforcement discretion notice for random drug and alcohol testing and how it impacts employer compliance.
Oregon Decriminalizes Possession of Hard Drugs
Learn how Oregon’s decriminalization of hard drugs affects workplace drug testing policies, compliance, and safety procedures.
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.
DISA Celebrates 34 Years of Employment Screening Success
In October 2020, DISA Global Solutions celebrated its 34th anniversary, marking its growth from 40 employees in 1986 to nearly 800, and expanding its services to include background checks, occupational health, and transportation compliance.
FMCSA HOS Final Rule Changes and What You Need to Know
Review FMCSA’s Hours of Service (HOS) final rule changes and how they impact motor carrier operations, safety, and compliance.
Day With DISA 2020 Has Gone Digital
Day with DISA 2020 transitioned to a digital format, delivering key insights on compliance, safety, and workforce screening in a virtual setting.
FMCSA Announces Pilot Program for Under 21 Interstate Commerce Drivers
Learn about FMCSA’s pilot program allowing under-21 drivers in interstate commerce and how it impacts employer compliance and safety.
Dr. Kim Olszewski of DISA Gets Inducted into 2020 American Academy of Nursing Class of Fellows
Dr. Kim Olszewski of DISA joins the 2020 American Academy of Nursing Fellows, recognizing her contributions to occupational health and compliance.
DISA Integrates with SambaSafety
DISA partners with SambaSafety to improve driver monitoring, streamline compliance, and enhance fleet safety with real-time MVR solutions.
Virginia Decriminalizes Marijuana, Preventing Employers From Inquiring About Past Convictions
Virginia decriminalizes marijuana. Learn how this change impacts workplace drug testing policies and employer compliance requirements.
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.
Safety Tips for Your Fleet During CVSA’s 2020 Operation Safe Driver Week
Learn about CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver Week, its focus on speeding and safety violations, and how employers can enhance fleet compliance.