Yes, can help, call Joe Reilly for an initial free consultation – 321-622-2020. Also, check out our page for all types of resources for a drug testing policy. https://staging.nationaldrugscreening.com/drug-free-policy-development/
DOT drug testing programs are designed to ensure that employees in safety-sensitive positions are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol while on the job. These programs are required by the Department of Transportation for certain industries, such as aviation, trucking, and railroads. The testing process typically involves a urine or breath test, and […]
A drug-free workplace is a workplace where employees are prohibited from using drugs or alcohol while on the job. A written policy is typically put in place to ensure the safety of employees and customers, as well as to maintain productivity and a positive work environment. Employers may implement drug testing programs, provide education and […]
Joe Reilly is a well-known figure in the drug testing industry. He is the founder and president of National Drug Screening, a company that provides drug testing services to employers and individuals. Reilly has over 30 years of experience in the industry and is a certified drug and alcohol testing industry expert. He is also […]
DOT yes for sure. Non-DOT:Can Employers Drug Test their Employees for Cannabis? Yes, but what can be done about it remains uncertain. NJCREAMMA permits employers to require drug tests if the employer: It is not recommended that the employer take adverse action on a marijuana positive unless there is also a physical evaluation. The physical […]
Yes! Use the bullet points below on web site
National Drug Screening provides comprehensive information on setting up a substance abuse policy or drug free workplace policy. Go to https://staging.nationaldrugscreening.com/drug-free-policy-development/
As of July 2023 – These 6 States remain silent regarding the need to accommodate medical marijuana cardholders in the workplace (no regulation or case law): Louisiana, Utah, North Dakota, Vermont, Maryland, and Hawaii. Drug testing for marijuana is permitted in these States.
As of July 2023 – These 12 States have regulations/case law explicitly stating that employers do not need to accommodate medical cannabis use in the workplace: Alaska, Oregon, Colorado, South Dakota, Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Michigan, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. Learn more about marijuana in the workplace: https://staging.nationaldrugscreening.com/marijuana-in-the-workplace/
As of July 2023 – only New York, Minnesota, and Philadelphia employers and their agents who hire workers that are not in safety-sensitive or other regulated positions are prohibited from requiring prospective employees to submit to a marijuana test as a condition of employment. California and Washington State have laws that go into effect in […]
As of July 2023 – AK, AZ,CA, CO, CT, DC, IL, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MN, MT, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OR, RI, VA, VT, & WA have legalized marijuana for recreational use. Learn more about marijuana in the workplace: https://staging.nationaldrugscreening.com/marijuana-in-the-workplace/
As of July 2023 – California, New Jersey, Montana, Rhode Island, & Washington DCpermit marijuana testing but prohibit adversely impacting employment due to a THC-positive test. Employers in these states should review their drug free workplace policies with regard to legalized marijuana. Learn more about marijuana in the workplace: https://staging.nationaldrugscreening.com/marijuana-in-the-workplace/
For each of the five mock collections, the collector must check the expiration date of the device, show it to the employee, and record the date on the CCF used. The collector must ensure, when applying the labels, they do not cover the expiration dates. The five mock collections for each collection device must include […]
Thank you for your interest in starting a drug testing business. Please download this free report which will give you lots of great information to help you get you started – Free Report on Starting a Drug Testing Business. If you are looking for a mobile drug testing collection business, this guide is for you: The Ultimate […]
E-mail to fmcsadrugandalcohol@dot.gov Downgrade Requests: If you are emailing FMCSA with a request to downgrade a DOT non-negative drug test, please CAREFULLY review the information below and resubmit your request per the instructions. When submitting your downgrade request make the subject of your email the following: DOT Downgrade Request for Driver Name. For example, if the […]
Training programs are not yet available for specimen collection for DOT oral fluid drug testing. Once labs are certified for DOT oral fluid testing and a specimen collection device identified, National Drug Screening will be offering oral fluid specimen collection training and the required proficiency demonstrations (Mock Collections). CONTACT US to be put on the […]
Once laboratories are certified, all DOT agencies and US Coast Guard will be authorized to utilize DOT oral fluid drug testing. These agencies include Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). Read more about DOT Oral […]
Oral fluid collections are all non-gender specific direct observed. When DOT covered transgender and nonbinary gender individuals require a direct observation collection, these shall be conducted with oral fluid specimens. Read more about DOT Oral Fluid Drug Testing, Collections & Mocks.
Yes, separate training and qualification will be required by DOT for oral fluid specimen collections. This will include required proficiency demonstration (mock collections) on any approved oral fluid collection device to be used. Once labs are certified for this and a specimen collection device identified; National Drug Screening will be offering oral fluid specimen collection […]
Yes, employer representatives will be allowed to collect specimens for DOT oral fluid drug testing. These employer representatives will need training and qualification with proficiency demonstration (mock collections) before being authorized to collect for DOT oral fluid drug testing. See our recent blog post on DOT oral fluid drug testing for more information.
Yes, final rule published May 2, 2023, takes effect June 1, 2023. As of May 8, 2023, no labs are certified for oral fluid testing so although allowed not yet in operation. It will probably be not until later 2023 or early 2024, there is no way to predict more accurately. For updates and more […]
Prescriptions should only be provided to the Medical Review Officer (MRO) upon request by the MRO. This will occur after the laboratory has completed testing and confirmed the test result to be positive. The MRO will then review the prescription(s), if any, to determine if the prescription is a legitimate medical explanation for the positive […]
Yes, work with a professional drug testing provider to specify the specific drugs you want to test your employees for, this makes up what we call the drug testing panel. Yes, you can drop marijuana from your employer’s drug testing. The answer is No if you are conducting DOT required drug testing. Learn more about […]
Drug-Free Workplace Policies are more important than ever. Do you need a new or revised drug testing policy to reduce exposure to liability? Have you addressed marijuana in your policy? Check out our article that answers all your questions about a drug-free workplace policy – https://staging.nationaldrugscreening.com/drug-free-policy-development/
The most common drug testing panels are the 5-panel drug test and the 10-panel drug test. Learn more and watch a short video on the most common drug testing panels: https://staging.nationaldrugscreening.com/common-drug-testing-panels-in-2022-5-panel-10-panel-drug-test/ The five-panel drug test includes Marijuana, Cocaine, PCP or Phencyclidine, Amphetamines, and Opioids. The ten-panel drug test includes Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Methaqualone, Methadone, Propoxyphene, Marijuana, […]
