by eric | Dec 20, 2021 | Drug Testing, In the News
In states that have legalized marijuana, employers are required to prove there is a connection between a positive drug test and actual impairment before adverse employment action can be taken. Therefore, it’s critical that you review your drug policy now to ensure...
by eric | Dec 20, 2021 | Complete Employee Screening, Drug Testing
Choosing whether or not to implement a drug testing policy for your workplace can be a difficult decision. While society is taking a more relaxed view of casual drug use, employers are still held liable for workplace actions involving drugs and alcohol. Implementing a...
by eric | Oct 28, 2021 | Complete Employee Screening, Drug Testing, In the News, Industry News
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a major increase in substance abuse across the US. This, along with marijuana legalization and growing access to drugs, means that substance use will continue to rise. Even if you forgot everything you learned from Breaking Bad,...
by eric | Aug 24, 2021 | automated compliance, Complete Employee Screening, Drug Testing, In the News, Industry News
Organizations across the U.S. are beginning to adjust their drug-testing policies to eliminate screening for marijuana. Amazon is one company that has decided to no longer screen for marijuana use. Amazon plans to treat it the same as alcohol use and only monitor for...
by eric | Aug 24, 2021 | Complete Employee Screening, Drug Testing, In the News, Industry News
Drug overdoses can happen anywhere, and the workplace is not exempt from these problems. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reported that drug overdose deaths at work have increased for seven years in a row. Drug Overdose Rates...
by eric | Aug 24, 2021 | automated compliance, Complete Employee Screening, Drug Testing, In the News, Industry News
Louisiana and New York made some legislative changes over the last few months regarding background checks. Let’s take a look at the laws Louisiana and New York have enacted to stay on top of these new regulations. Louisiana Law Updates- June 2021 Louisiana enacted...
