As we look back on 2019, there were a lot of new employment laws and legal decisions that have started reshaping the ways employers evaluate, hire, and manage employees. We've listed some of the more notable changes that occurred in 2019 below. Please make sure that...
The National Safety Council (NSC) has added some clarity to a hazy situation with marijuana use and employers. To date, 33 states and the District of Columbia have passed medical marijuana laws in some form, with 11 states legalizing recreational use. But where does this leave...
With CBD growing in popularity throughout the country, we've received an increasing number of inquiries about CBD and how this may affect your drug testing programs. To see more detailed information on the difference between CBD and THC as well as current state legislation on CBD...
Dear Blueline Clients,The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced yesterday that they will be increasing the minimum annual percentage rate for random drug testing for drivers of commercial motor vehicles (with CDLs) from the current rate of 25% to 50% of the average number of a...
We are so grateful to be involved with such a worthy cause, and are happy to announce that Blueline sponsored 25 wells this year in behalf of clients. Our partnership with Vision Cambodia is making real change in the lives of some of the poorest...
While urine testing is the most common method for workplace drug testing, hair testing is regarded by many as the best indicator for repeated drug use. Hair testing allows for a much larger "detection window" of up to 90 days unlike urine, which helps eliminate...
We hope you are all having a wonderful holiday season! As this year ends, we wanted to reach out and express our gratitude to all of our wonderful clients. Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to work with you this year. We...
This is a reminder to all of our FMCSA employers to get registered with the Clearinghouse as soon as possible. This registration will be a new requirement for all DOT drivers beginning in 2020. We have included instructions on how to get started below. What is...
Blueline Clients, We wanted to remind you that beginning in January your background check applicants will start receiving 613 Letters. The basic premise of this is that we will notify applicants when any matter of public record is found on a background check that may affect their...
Dear Blueline Clients, DOT changes are coming and we are here to help you navigate the new requirements that begin in January. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is finally releasing its centralized database that tracks drug and alcohol program violations. Blueline’s MROs will report...
