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What is Adverse Action and when is it required?
The adverse action process is required for any action taken that denies an individual employment, credit, insurance, etc
https://disa.com/ask-disa/what-is-adverse-action-and-when-is-it-required
What is the difference between comprehensive and instant background checks?
Instant background checks are more commonly known as “national criminal database searches” and provide general information pulled from a commercially available database
https://disa.com/ask-disa/what-is-the-difference-between-comprehensive-and-instant-background-checks
If an employee uses medical marijuana, can they be terminated if they test positive for marijuana?
Medical marijuana laws vary by state and it’s important that employers address the specific laws that pertain to their company and employees when creating a drug testing policy
Should I test based on state laws where my employee lives or where they work?
Medical marijuana laws vary by state and it’s important that employers address the specific laws that pertain to their company and employees when creating a drug testing policy
DISA Acquires Two Companies to Start 2019!
DISA continues to pursue new opportunities to expand its reach, add industry-leading subject matter experts, and expand our scope of services for our customers. We’re pleased to announce that after acquiring ten companies in 2018, DISA Global Solutions has started off 2019 with two more acquisitions: The Transportation Advisor and EGS Financial Investigative Services (FIS).
https://disa.com/news/disa-acquires-two-companies-to-start-2019
HR 101: Your Drug Testing Program is Being Audited, What Now?
Creating a drug testing program is just the first step in maintaining a safer working environment. Proper program management and regularly occurring audits are vital to maintain compliance and best practices. An audit can sound scary and you might feel some anxiety after experiencing or hearing about other companies that went through difficult audits which resulted in fines or lost work.
DISA Leaps into the Future with AI/Machine Learning Technology
If you thought you had seen it all...look again!
https://disa.com/news/disa-leaps-into-the-future-with-ai-machine-learning-technology
Arizona Medical Marijuana
The legalization of medical marijuana varies greatly by state, which can often be confusing for employers with drug testing policies. All companies must abide by state laws when implementing drug testing policies or risk potential lawsuits. A recent lawsuit example involving a major retail chain in Arizona has proved just how important it is to know your state laws to protect your company.
In Arizona can I fire an employee for testing positive for marijuana?
A recent case involving a major retail chain fired an Arizona employee for testing positive for marijuana despite the fact that they possessed a medical marijuana card and disclosed that information prior to taking a urinalysis
https://disa.com/ask-disa/in-arizona-can-i-fire-an-employee-for-testing-positive-for-marijuana
Does Oklahoma’s medical marijuana law have a safety-sensitive carve-out?
Oklahoma’s medical marijuana law prohibits an employer from refusing to hire, discipline, or penalize an applicant or employee based solely on a marijuana-positive drug test
https://disa.com/ask-disa/does-oklahomas-medical-marijuana-law-have-a-safety-sensitive-carve-out
When running background checks, how do I stay compliant?
It’s important to have a clear and concise written policy, which remains consistent for all candidates who apply
https://disa.com/ask-disa/when-running-background-checks-how-do-i-stay-compliant
FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
The information provided below is based off of the current Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announcement as of April 2019 and is subject to change as the program further develops. As new information becomes available, DISA will add to this page. Last Update 4/16/2019
HR 101: So, you Need to Run A Background Check, Where Do you Begin?
Background checks can be quite diverse, making it tricky for employers to decipher exactly what is necessary or required for their hiring standards. When implementing a background check program for your company you should know all the products and services available, understand and abide by your state laws, and maintain compliance by following the guidelines of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Employers are required to disclose to the applicant that a background check will be run and to receive written consent from the applicant to move forward with conducting the searches.
DISA acquires Motion Picture Compliance Solutions (MPCS)
DISA Global Solutions (DISA) has completed another strategic acquisition in our Transportation Compliance Division. On April 1, 2019, DISA acquired Motion Picture Compliance Solutions, Inc. (MPCS), a national transportation compliance organization whose team of experts developed a comprehensive, accessible, and dynamically flexible compliance platform with special focus on the motion picture, commercial and digital media industries.
https://disa.com/news/disa-acquires-motion-picture-compliance-solutions-mpcs
Safety-Sensitive Carve-Outs by State
Updated May 7, 2019. This information is provided for educational purposes only. Reader retains full responsibility for the use of the information contained herein.