by mallred | Mar 24, 2020 | DOT Clearinghouse, Drug Testing, In the News
This guidance document sent out by the Department of Transportation provides clarity to DOT-regulated employers, employees, and service agents on conducting DOT drug-and-alcohol testing given concerns about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). We, as a...
by mallred | Jan 14, 2020 | Drug Testing, In the News, Industry News
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...
by mallred | Dec 27, 2019 | Drug Testing, In the News, Industry News
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...
by mallred | Dec 16, 2019 | Complete Employee Screening, Drug Testing
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...
by mallred | Dec 16, 2019 | Complete Employee Screening, Drug Testing, In the News, Industry News
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 the new...
