To test or not to test? It can be challenging to distinguish if early screening will have added benefits or if it will be yet another cost and hoop that prospective employees will have to jump through. These business people discuss the factors to consider before instituting pre-employment alcohol testing and reasons why testing could…
When it comes to workplace substance testing, it’s critical to do it the right way or you leave yourself open to government fines or worse, employee lawsuits. For ideas on how best to implement testing in your company, read on to find what some readers had to say on the topic. Sara Sharp Founder and…
When your job puts the safety of you and others on the line, you might find it has some strict requirements about substances you need to avoid. Such is the case with commercial drivers. When exactly should commercial drivers expect to undergo drug tests? Some of our readers chimed in; keep reading below to find…
The DOT physical exam ensures drivers won’t endanger themselves or anyone else’s safety while driving a commercial motor vehicle. If you have a medical condition such as epilepsy or significantly impaired vision, the risk may be too significant to be medically cleared to drive. These safe-driving enthusiasts highlight health conditions that may keep you from…
As a commercial truck driver, you need to know many guidelines and requirements. You must pass a DOT physical exam every two years if you work in a safety-sensitive position. It can be hard to remember everything to prepare between examinations properly, so review these helpful tips to ensure you are ready. Lauren Gast Lauren…
Becoming a certified DOT specimen collector is an admirable step. You will be the first and only in-person contact to ensure public safety from substance use in safety-sensitive workplaces. Before you can take the certification course, there are a few requirements that must be met. These safety-enthusiasts highlight the DOT’s requirements if you want to…
Whether you have to get a drug test, interpret it, or administer it, there are some differences you need to be aware of between Department of Transportation (DOT) and non-DOT drug tests. These readers point out some significant and not-so-obvious variations between them. Continue reading to see some that may surprise you. Linda Chavez Linda…
A commercial license leads to strict regulation through the DOT to ensure public road safety. There are some moving violations and specific rules for alcohol consumption that all commercial drivers need to keep in mind. These driving experts discuss the top reasons for alcohol testing and the regulations you must follow. Ben Michael Ben Michael,…