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Day with DISA 2019 Attendance Breaks Records
Day with DISA continues to be a tremendous success thanks to our hardworking DISA employees, our speakers who provide pertinent, informative, and in-depth content, and our generous sponsors who support the event. Last year, our first Day with DISA conference brought in over 400 attendees. Just one year later, our 2019 event has doubled with more than 800 attendees, making it one of the largest employee screening events in the U.S.
https://disa.com/news/day-with-disa-2019-attendance-breaks-records
Understanding and Applying Transportation Compliance Best Practices
Day with DISA is DISA Global Solutions’ annual drug testing symposium, which welcomes a number of industry experts to present on various trending topics and give advice to attendees for drug testing policies. Employers in the transportation industry were able to get help in understanding the complexities of managing their compliance needs.
https://disa.com/news/understanding-and-applying-transportation-compliance-best-practices
How to Build the Perfect Drug Testing Policy
Day with DISA 2019 offered attendees a chance to learn more about the trending topics in the drug testing industry. Hosted by DISA Global Solutions, this annual drug testing symposium helps employers get advice from industry experts covering a wide array of drug testing topics. Employers were able to get help with building and implementing a drug testing policy to meet their specific compliance needs.
https://disa.com/news/how-to-build-the-perfect-drug-testing-policy
Who needs to get a permit for the Spotted Lanternfly?
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, permits are required for all businesses and organizations who will be moving within or from the quarantine zone while working
https://disa.com/ask-disa/who-needs-to-get-a-permit-for-the-spotted-lanternfly
Can an employee test positive for marijuana from second hand smoke?
Cut-off levels have been established to rule out passive or second hand smoke inhalation
https://disa.com/ask-disa/can-an-employee-test-positive-for-marijuana-from-second-hand-smoke
Is there a method to determine fake urine was used in a urinalysis?
Our lab partners use the most advanced screening technology, including screening methods to detect synthetic urine, to ensure quality control measures are in place for donors who try and cheat on a drug test
https://disa.com/ask-disa/is-there-a-method-to-determine-fake-urine-was-used-in-a-urinalysis
If an employee informs the employer that they are using a CBD product, what is the employers responsibility if that employee is in a safety-sensitive position?
The employer’s responsibility is to explain that there is no exception (under DOT regulations) for the use of any product that presents as THC metabolites and exceeds set thresholds on a DOT drug screen
Do I need to run a CDLIS or worry about FMSCA regulations if my drivers only have Class B CDL's and do not go out of state?
If drivers are required to have a Class B CDL in order to operate vehicles, then the FMCSA Regulations in Part 382 and Part 383 will apply to your operations
What are you the current number of states where marijuana is legal (CBD only or Mixed)?
Please review our https://disa.com/ask-disa/what-are-the-current-number-of-states-where-marijuana-is-legal-cbd-only-or-mixed
DISA Completes Five New Strategic Acquisitions
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.
https://disa.com/news/disa-completes-five-new-strategic-acquisitions
Illinois Governor Signs Amendments to Marijuana Law that Clarify Employers’ Right to Drug Test for Marijuana
On December 4, 2019, Governor Pritzker of Illinois signed Senate Bill 1557 (SB 1557, or the Bill), amending existing marijuana laws in the state. As of January 1, 2020, recreational marijuana sales will be permitted in Illinois, passed in June 2019 via the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (the Law). SB 1557 amends the Law in many regards, but of specific note has some amendments to workplace provisions that prove illuminating for employers. Although the Bill is effective immediately, it will not have a real impact until the Law goes into effect on January 1, 2020.
https://disa.com/news/illinois-governor-signs-amendments-to-marijuana-law
FMCSA Random Rate Increase for 2020
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced in the Federal Register on December 27, 2019, that the minimum annual percentage rate for random drug testing will increase from 25% of the average number of driver positions to 50% of the average number of driver positions. This change, which becomes effective January 1, 2020, is pursuant to requirements found in 49 CFR 382.305.
DOT Drug Testing Requirements for 2020
As we enter 2020, it’s time for employers to review and update their substance abuse testing programs in order to stay compliant with state laws and federal regulations. For Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated employers, the start of a new year means that updates to random rates are needed.
https://disa.com/news/dot-drug-testing-requirements-for-2020
How to Build an Effective Drug Testing Policy That Stays Up-To-Date and Compliant
Building and implementing an effective drug and alcohol testing policy is key to creating a competent, effective, and efficient workforce that gives you a competitive advantage in business. Employers with a quality workforce and efficient drug testing program often benefit from a safer and more productive workplace. However, maintaining that policy so it meets compliance standards, state and federal laws, and addresses safety-sensitive positions isn’t always an easy task. You should consider the following topics when creating a policy or reviewing your current policy:
https://disa.com/news/how-to-build-an-effective-drug-testing-policy
DISA’s Most Impactful Articles of 2019
As we enter the new year, DISA’s taking a look back on some of the most impactful blogs that we’ve published throughout 2019. 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.