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.

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The Great Marijuana Expansion: Next Steps For Your Company

Learn how to navigate marijuana legalization and update workplace drug policies to stay compliant and protect your workforce.

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Establishing a Culture of Safety

Learn strategies to build a strong safety culture in the workplace, improve compliance, and reduce risk across your organization.

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DISA Helps Clients Transform Paper Chain of Custody Process into An Electronic Solution

DISA helps clients switch from paper to electronic Chain of Custody, streamlining drug testing, improving efficiency, and ensuring compliance.

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PHMSA Increases Random Drug Testing Rate from 25 Percent to 50 Percent

PHMSA raises random drug testing rate from 25% to 50% for 2018 due to industry positive rates. Learn how this impacts employer compliance.

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2017 Owners Report Analysis: Collection Process

The following information reflects a combination of data collected from DISA Global Solutions’ 2017 Owners Survey, which was sent to several upstream and downstream owners.

These survey results help DISA stay on top of growing trends within the drug and alcohol testing industry, and provide clients with services that are customized to their needs.

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2017 Owners Report Analysis: Synthetics, Opioids, & Marijuana Testing

Explore key findings from the 2017 Owner’s Report on drug testing trends, including synthetic opioids, marijuana, and workplace safety impacts.

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The Case for (and Against) Underride Safety Guards

Explore the debate on underride safety guards for trucks, including safety benefits, industry concerns, and compliance challenges.

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DISA Acquires SECON, Strengthening Gulf Coast Market Presence

DISA Global Solutions continues to expand its capacity, expertise, and services with another strategic acquisition in the heart of the Gulf Coast. Effective November 1, 2017, DISA has acquired SECON, a fully integrated, Louisiana based provider of comprehensive drug testing and specimen collection services.

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Industry Trends at the IFDAT 2017

Explore key drug testing trends shared by DISA at IFDAT 2017, including synthetic drug testing, oral fluid, and hair testing, and compliance strategies.

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Testing Where It’s Needed

Learn how to focus drug testing on high-risk roles to improve workplace safety, reduce liability, and enhance compliance programs.

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DISA Global Solutions Acquires the Assets of Employer Support Services, Inc. and its Subsidiaries Forward Edge, Inc. and One Source Toxicology Laboratory, Inc.

DISA expands workforce screening and compliance services with the acquisition of Employer Support Services, Forward Edge, and One Source Toxicology.

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Safe and Sound

Discover how fostering psychological safety in the workplace can boost productivity, engagement, and teamwork. Learn key strategies to build a healthier work environment for your employees.