Alcohol will only come up on a drug test if the drug test is specifically ordered to test for alcohol. This could be a drug test adding alcohol with a urine specimen drug test, hair specimen drug test or oral fluid drug test. A drug test can also be ordered with additional alcohol test with […]
Sometimes they watch you pee when you go for a drug test but not always. Watching you pee when you go for a urine drug test is called a direct observation drug test. For probation, court ordered and child custody drug testing then yes they usually watch you pee. For DOT regulated drug testing in […]
First off, at home drug test kits cannot be used for DOT regulated drug testing and for many State drug free workplace programs. Employers should not use at home drug testing kits without training and consultation from a professional third-party administrator (TPA). Regarding accuracy, at home drug test kits would be accurate for negative results […]
To determine if you have marijuana in your system, you can consider various factors such as the frequency of use, the method of consumption, and your metabolism. Marijuana can typically be detected in urine for up to 30 days after use, but this can vary depending on many individual factors. Additionally, there are drug testing […]
A DOT drug test is a drug test required by the Department of Transportation for safety-sensitive employees. This test screens for a variety of substances, including marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines, methamphetamine, opioids, and phencyclidine (PCP). Employees who fail a DOT drug test may face consequences such as suspension or termination from their job and particularly removal […]
Fentanyl drug testing is a crucial aspect of ensuring safety in various industries, especially those that involve handling sensitive materials or operating heavy machinery. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is often used for pain management but can also be abused recreationally. Drug testing for fentanyl typically involves urine or hair samples to detect […]
Psychoactive marijuana, THC or cannabinoids is what produces or causes the person to get “High.” Urine and hair drug testing are not detecting psychoactive marijuana, THC or cannabinoids. These drug testing methods are detecting the metabolites the substance that breaks down which are eliminated from the body over time. With oral fluid drug testing the […]
Usually no, the correct drug test panel must be ordered to include Fentanyl. Employers should consider adding Fentanyl to their drug testing panel. Fentanyl drug tests can be ordered by individuals or by employers. Order a Fentanyl Drug Test. https://www.nationaldrugscreening.com/product-category/fentanyl-drug-test/
In this situation you would contract with a TPA like National Drug Screening to enroll the driver into a random consortium for drug testing compliance. Here is a link to the program that would be most appropriate for you: https://www.nationaldrugscreening.com/product/fmcsa-complete-compliance-bundle-for-up-to-10-drivers/
The #1 question we get from folks looking to start a drug testing business is how much is DOT Specimen Collector Training? There are two DOT Specimen Collection trainings we offer, please click the links below for the details of the course options and the fees.On Demand Computer Based Training (all inclusive): https://mydrugtesttraining.com/course/dot-urine-specimen-collector-training-and-mocks Live Webinar […]
State laws do not address negative dilute, so it is up to your company policy. DOT regulated companies are advised only one recollection is allowed, and the second collection becomes the recorded result – even if it is another negative dilute. In other words, you are not permitted to require the employee to take an […]
An EAP is a voluntary, confidential program that helps employees (including management) work through various life challenges that may adversely affect job performance, health, and personal well-being to optimize an organization’s success.
A collection site has no reporting requirements in Clearinghouse, no need to register. A TPA might be providing services to an employer with their Clearinghouse requirements, in that case the TPA should register in the Clearinghouse.
This is a major change to the industry. We advise employers to start thinking about and discussing DOT oral fluid drug testing. Revise your DOT drug testing policies, first answer the questions below: Will you go to oral fluid drug testing 100% of the time or just in certain circumstances? Will you perform in-house collections? […]
Yes, we recommended Standing Orders for DOT Oral Fluid Drug Testing as follows: Use oral fluid: For any drug testing collection that requires direct observation Anytime a donor goes into a shy bladder process After a urine specimen shows a temperature out of range or appears to have been adulterated or substituted In remote areas […]
Collection Site means a place where individuals present themselves for the purpose of providing body fluid or tissue specimens to be analyzed for the presence of specified prohibited substances. The site must possess all necessary personnel, materials, equipment, facilities, and supervision to provide for the collection, security, temporary storage and transportation or shipment of the […]
DOT FMCSA defines a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) where the employer and CDL driver are subject to DOT drug testing regulations. Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) means a motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles used in commerce to transport passengers or property if the vehicle: (1) Has gross combination weight rating of 26,001 or more […]
Designated Employer Representative (DER) is a company employee who is responsible for the daily administration of the Company’s drug and alcohol testing program and who is responsible for removing an employee from the safety sensitive function in the event of a program violation. The DER receives all drug and alcohol test results and related information […]
A driver must first complete the process with the Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). Only companies can set up and manage DOT testing. If you are an owner-operator (1 person, 1 truck); you need the services of a C/TPA. If you don’t have a current job once you finish the SAP program you will need to […]
You must first complete the process with the Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). If you are an owner-operator (1 person, 1 truck); National Drug Screening can help you with this process; call 866-843-4545. If you are not employed or going to work for a company, review below: Only companies can set up and manage DOT testing. […]
The DOT regulation 49 CFR section 40.153, provides the requirement for an MRO to notify an employee of their right to a test of the split specimen for a non-negative laboratory confirmed result. Specifically, section 40.153(b) states, “You must inform the employee that he or she has 72 hours from the time you provide this […]
You can offer all types of drug and alcohol testing services. You can also offer DNA Paternity testing, Fingerprinting Services and Background Check Services. Many clinics offer clinical testing, blood draws, physical exams and other types of occupational health services. There are many services and a lot to learn. Check our more detailed web page […]
Drug Free Workplace Policies are more important then 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 you questions about a drug free work place policy – https://www.nationaldrugscreening.com/drug-free-policy-development/
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 you employer drug testing. The answer is No if you are conducting DOT required drug testing. Learn more about […]
National Drug Screening helps employers with developing drug free workplace policies and drug testing policies. Check out this link for more information: https://www.nationaldrugscreening.com/drug-free-policy-development/
