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Social Media Background Checks 101: What You Need To Know
In today's digital age, where information is readily available at our fingertips, conducting background checks on potential hires has become more important than ever. Employers are increasingly turning to social media to gain insights into the character and behavior of their candidates. However, navigating this territory requires a clear understanding of the mechanics of social media screening and the legal considerations involved. At our 2023 Day with DISA conference, we presented social media background searches and when/how they should be used.
https://disa.com/news/social-media-background-checks-101-what-you-need-to-know
Are You Conducting the Right Pre-Hire Checks?
In today's competitive hiring landscape, ensuring that you onboard the right talent is more important than ever. Background checks are an essential tool in this process, but it's crucial to strike the right balance. Overdo it, and you risk wasting resources; underdo it, and you might overlook potential risks. So, how do you determine if you are conducting the right amount and type of checks for your pre-hires?
https://disa.com/news/are-you-conducting-the-right-pre-hire-checks
Return To Duty (RTD) Drug Testing
The Return-to-Duty (RTD) test is often given after a donor has violated a company’s drug and alcohol policy. If the violation occurs in a safety-sensitive position (for example oil and gas, construction, or transportation) the donor must be removed from duty immediately. If the donor is not in a safety-sensitive position, actions can vary.
https://disa.com/drug-testing/return-to-duty-rtd-drug-testing
California Fair Chance Act Compliance Update
Understanding California's Fair Chance Act (FCA) Compliance in 2023
As of October 1, 2023, significant changes to California's Fair Chance Act (FCA) compliance have taken effect, impacting both employers and job applicants. This act is designed to provide individuals with criminal histories a fair chance of employment. Morgan Reynolds, VP of Risk and Legal Council, DISA Global Solutions, presented a webinar to discuss the new compliance update. Here's a closer look at what he discussed and what you need to know about California FCA compliance changes.
https://disa.com/news/california-fair-chance-act-compliance-update
Texas Recognizes October 2023 as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month
In the last few years, the world has grappled with an unprecedented challenge - the rapid proliferation of the deadly drug, fentanyl. This synthetic opioid, which was once only known in the medical community as a potent painkiller, has now wreaked havoc on communities, families, and workplaces. Governor Abbott's recent proclamation, declaring October 2023 as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month in Texas, underscores the magnitude and urgency of this crisis.
https://disa.com/news/texas-recognizes-october-2023-as-fentanyl-poisoning-awareness-month
SAMHSA UPDATES MANDATORY URINE AND ORAL FLUID GUIDELINES
On October 12, 2023, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) announced updates to the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs using Urine (UrMG) and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs using Oral Fluid (OFMG) via the Federal Register. Each document received a number of updates, including updates to how the annual drug testing panel is published, revisions to definitions, information on an authorized biomarker testing panel, updates to collection procedures, revisions to the Medical Review Officer (MRO) process, and more.
https://disa.com/news/samhsa-updates-mandatory-urine-and-oral-fluid-guidelines
Top California Fair Chance Act (FCA) Questions
As of October 1, 2023, significant changes to California's Fair Chance Act (FCA) compliance have taken effect, impacting both employers and job applicants. This act is designed to provide individuals with criminal histories a fair chance of employment. Morgan Reynolds, VP of Risk and Legal Council, DISA Global Solutions, presented a webinar to discuss the new compliance update followed by an insightful Q&A from the attendees. Here’s what you need to know from the Q&A.
https://disa.com/news/top-california-fair-chance-act-fca-questions
MARIJUANA LEGALITY BY STATE - Updated September 2, 2024
Marijuana laws are changing at a rapid pace across all 50 states, making things a bit confusing at times