Industry News & Trends

Each year brings new laws, changes to existing laws, and regulations that can affect employers and their background check programs and procedures. At the start of 2020, we’re already seeing a number of new ban the box laws for some cities and states, including San Francisco, California, Waterloo, Iowa, and Grand Rapids, Michigan, as well as a statewide ban for Maryland. Regardless if your state and/or city is included in this year’s updates, employers should always stay alert and aware of what their state’s laws are to maintain compliance when conducting background checks on their applicants or employees.

Learn how spring frost laws and seasonal weight restrictions affect trucking operations, DOT compliance, and fleet management.

FMCSA grants extension for ELDT compliance, giving CDL drivers more time to meet training standards.

Learn how improper criminal background checks led to a $6M lawsuit and how to protect your company from compliance risks and EEOC violations.

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.

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

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

FMCSA raises the random drug testing rate for 2020, impacting motor carriers and driver compliance requirements.

Illinois' amended marijuana law clarifies employer rights to enforce drug testing policies. Learn how SB 1557 supports reasonable testing procedures while ensuring compliance with workplace safety standards.

DISA Global Solutions continues to complement our strong organic growth with five new strategic acquisitions. These companies further strengthen our core competencies and align with our commitment to provide customers with the most comprehensive and compliant employee screening services available.

Discover steps to create a drug testing policy that balances compliance, employee safety, and risk management in your organization.

Learn key transportation compliance best practices, including fuel tax, licensing, and HOS rules, to reduce risk and stay DOT compliant.