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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.

Discover key insights from DISA’s 2019 Owner Survey on contractor screening, drug testing, and safety improvements in the oil, gas, and energy industries.

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The tactics employed by job scam artists frequently mirror the legitimate methods of genuine recruiters, making it crucial for HR professionals to adopt strategies that clearly differentiate them from these malicious entities. Here are three ways HR professionals can distinguish themselves and ensure their communications are recognized as authentic:

Surprises are often unwelcome in employment, especially when vetting potential hires. According to the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), a staggering 87% of companies engage in employment screening yet, most business owners are still caught off guard by the intricate details and potential pitfalls of employee background checks. These oversights can have dire consequences, from significant financial losses to jeopardizing company morale and security. There are four lesser-known facts about employment screening that may surprise many business owners. Understanding these can safeguard your business against unforeseen risks and ensure a more secure hiring process.

At a state and federal level, marijuana laws continue to change across the U.S., and employers are finding it more difficult to keep up with the legal ramifications for their employees. It’s important for employers to remain up-to-date on the various laws for each state, understand how it will impact their employment screening processes, and when it’s a dangerous policy, speak out to their state and federal offices.

The rise in substance use among workers has become a significant concern for employers due to its serious implications for workplace safety, productivity, and overall costs. As a result, many organizations see a pressing need for implementing drug-testing programs to mitigate these risks. Mobile testing, which brings the testing facilities directly to the workplace, offers several distinct advantages over traditional off-site testing methods. Here are six key benefits of mobile drug testing that employers should consider.

The Alaska legislature recently passed Senate Bill 196 (SB 196), giving employers who choose to comply with the state’s voluntary drug testing law the option to use oral fluid in their workplace(s).

Informed hiring decisions are crucial to the success of all companies, big or small. That belief drives everything we do at DISA—and for ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft, the emphasis on informed hiring decisions has officially been heightened.

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.

Most employers are familiar with pre-employment drug testing as a standard hiring procedure, but employee screening may extend further depending on the position and industry requirements. When building an implementing a drug testing program, employers must take several things into consideration, including state laws to protect their company while abiding by industry requirements. Since there are many different options to choose from when creating a drug testing program, it’s important to understand the types of testing and the methodologies used to carry them out.

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?