DOT Drug Testing
Drug Testing In a Legal Environment for Marijuana
In January, Illinois will become one of the 11 states that will allow for the legal use of recreational marijuana. While Illinois has allowed the use of medical marijuana for some time the list of qualifying diseases has kept the market limited. That will all change in January when anyone over the age of 21…
Read MoreThe FMCSA Clearinghouse: Get Registered Now
As you’ve read in our previous posts, the Federal Motor Carrier Administration (FMCSA)’s clearinghouse database is going live in January 2020. In order to help employers and drivers get prepared for that, registration is now open. That means you can get your company and your employees registered today. Drivers, you should also get signed up…
Read MoreEmployers and the Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
The FMCSA’s Drug and Alcohol clearinghouse is a database that keeps records on all commercial drivers, including those with learning permits. The goal is to provide up to date information to government agencies and employers in order to maintain safety on the roads and protect others from those with drug and alcohol violations. What Employers…
Read MoreA Failed DOT Drug or Alcohol test for FMCSA: Now What?
DOT Drug Testing is serious business, and both drivers and employers need to understand what’s at stake with these tests. Even a refusal to take a test will put a driver in the return-to-duty protocol to get back on the road. Therefore, it’s important for both parties to understand what is involved. Starting in January…
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