In today’s competitive job market, employers seek candidates who not only possess the necessary skills but also the physical capabilities to perform ...
Creating an ergonomic workspace is essential for promoting employee well-being and minimizing the risk of injuries. Ergonomics focuses on designing ...
Workplace injuries can have significant impacts not only on the affected employees but also on overall business productivity and morale. Implementing ...
In today’s fast-paced work environment, employee well-being is a top priority for organizations aiming to maximize productivity and minimize risks. ...
Ensuring a safe work environment is vital for the well-being of employees and the success of any organization. Understanding common workplace hazards ...
Eye injuries can be life-altering, with even minor incidents leading to significant long-term vision problems. According to the American Academy of ...
In today’s regulatory environment, selecting the right workplace safety screening provider is critical for businesses aiming to maintain compliance ...
In the maritime industry, safety is paramount. Ensuring the safety of crew members and vessels requires adherence to strict regulations, particularly ...
The National Safety Stand-down began as a pivotal initiative on Workers Memorial Day in 2012. This two-year campaign aimed to enhance awareness and ...
Preventable chronic conditions are a significant contributor to the high costs of health insurance premiums and employee medical claims in the United ...
Establishing a robust safety culture within a company is essential for enhancing employee health and safety and reducing the risk of accidents. Let's ...
In our quest for constant connectivity, we've stumbled upon an unintended consequence that unfolds on our roadways. A recent analysis by the National ...
In today's fast-paced and often noisy work environments, understanding and implementing effective hearing conservation practices is essential for a ...
On June 1, 2023, HHS approved oral fluid testing, blending innovation with empathy. Whether it's overcoming the discomfort of shy bladder syndrome, ...
Embracing flu season, now COVID season, and keeping in mind that COVID can turn into Long COVID, in this blog, we'll discuss integrating preventive ...
In the realm of workplace drug testing, multiple factors come into play, shaped by numerous statutes, regulations, laboratory licensing requirements, ...
At Workplace Safety Screenings, we understand the significance of maintaining a healthy indoor environment, particularly when it comes to air quality ...
Over the course of the last century, work life in the United States has undergone significant enhancements, largely attributed to a reevaluation of ...
Medical marijuana in the workplace has become a highly discussed topic as more states legalize its use for medicinal purposes. Today, employers are ...
Workplace Safety Screenings offers affordable and comprehensive pre-employment screenings to help businesses make the most of every dollar. The cost ...
Since 2020, Americans have had to think about the way in which all of the things that are usually found in local stores make their way to those store ...
According to a Gallup survey, more and more people are delaying medical care because of costs. Added to the financial strain of receiving treatment ...
"The pandemic continues and we're going to continue working on fighting the pandemic and getting it under much better control," White House COVID-19 ...
The Department of Health and Human Services proposed these changes to the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs in April ...
Workplace Safety Screenings is wrapping up a three-part series on workplace safety. We have discussed the when and the why, but we would be remiss if ...
At the writing of this post, almost 100,000 daily Covid cases and 322 average daily Covid deaths are being reported. Global organizations, the United ...
Workplace Safety may be such an old hat in your industry that you rarely give it much thought, other than making sure that your HR department knows ...
If you’ve been around a while, you know we write extensively on the importance of prescreening job seekers. We make sure the people who apply are who ...
“The best cure is prevention.” That statement, most often used in relation to personal health, is simple but profound. It can find application well ...
The cost of hiring the wrong employee goes well beyond replacing that employee, or even the time and money that might have been lost on training the ...
The Fentanyl crisis has been a regular top news story and public policy issue since well before the onset of COVID-19. After the pandemic forced the ...
Heat stress can kill. Most of us avoid high heat temps because they are uncomfortable, but they are Most of us avoid high heat temps because they are ...
The last two years have emphasized to the masses just how critical the trucking industry is to our economy and our way of life. More than just being ...
When will the negative news about Covid come to an end? While we are now seeing less severe Covid-related health threats, the not-so-good news keeps ...
When a national labor shortage has you and your competitors vying for the same workers, how do you make sure that you attract the best candidates out ...
Employers recruit individuals who have a specific skill set, experience, and ability to perform the responsibilities of a vacant position. Employees ...
What is the difference between government regulated safety standards and additional wellness programs that make your company’s benefits package more ...
“Under Texas and federal laws, there is almost no limitation at all on the right of private employers to adopt drug and alcohol testing policies for ...
Warehouse work is nothing new, but it has expanded exponentially in the past few years thanks to online shopping sites. Added to that is the upswing ...
The age diversity in the current workforce is the widest ever. It is now common for organizations to have employees working side-by-side with those ...
Now that your company has determined the need for a drug and alcohol policy, it is important to assess key components impacting the effectiveness of ...
“Under Texas and federal laws, there is almost no limitation at all on the right of private employers to adopt drug and alcohol testing policies for ...
You probably already know the answer to the question, "How do I pass a drug or alcohol test?" First Lady Nancy Reagan had it right in the 1980's when ...
As the economy ramps up, companies are hiring like mad. We’ve had more than a year of stalled supply chains as Covid shortages brought everything to ...
You’ve probably seen the iconic image of the 1932 New York City construction workers seated above Rockefeller Center during the height of The Great ...
Drug use is on the rise. In almost every measurable category, we see a surge in substance abuse. In light of these increasing numbers, the question ...
One of the many unfortunate side effects of the Covid-19 pandemic is increased numbers in drug use, at a time when substance abuse was already on the ...
Why Is My Employer Asking For A Background Check? Last week, we discussed the basic info about employee background checks--- what they are, the wait ...
Why Is My Employer Asking For A Background Check? Background checks are often a prerequisite to employment and volunteering in order to confirm any ...
In 2020, we learned a lot. We, for the first time in the modern age, battled an international pandemic, and it has left a deep impact on the way we ...
In Texas, our rainy season is from December to May. And, that rain falls differently depending where you are in Texas. In Houston, it’s regular and ...
Several COVID-19 tests available today are being used to return to work, for doctor’s office visits, airline admittance, and party acceptance. But, ...
In the summer, Houston heat is notorious. And, as such, we have all adapted, with swimming pools dotting city landscapes, cooler than necessary air ...
Everyday, we test people who think they may have COVID-19. Let's share our top tips. Keep this post handy in case you or someone you know begins to ...
COVID-19 isn't over yet Businesses are re-opening, businesses are closing, people are suffering COVID-19 fatigue. It's unlikely that the pandemic is ...
COVID-19 is a virus that primarily attacks your lungs. Tobacco use, including traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes or vaping, damages your lungs ...
Workplace Safety Screenings has used oral fluid testing for more than a decade to eliminate drug test cheating, perform on-site testing, and provide ...
Employers in the United States have a problem: One in every 12 employees in the U.S. struggle with substance abuse. These employees may be essential ...
How does HR 3884 – Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act of 2019 affect your team? Dramatically if you have DOT employees in a state ...
As we move into the New Year, businesses are scheduling out their training plan, deciding which items are priority for whom and when. One of the top ...
Safety programs that include drug testing, background checks, and occupational medicine are not new, and, for many businesses, are an essential part ...
A physical exam varies depending on the job and the time on the job. The purpose of a physical is to protect the worker from overexertion or strain, ...
Safety programs that include drug testing, background checks, and occupational medicine are not new, and, for many businesses, are an essential part ...
COVID-19 precautions at work help everyone stay healthy, but health screening, both before, during, and after the pandemic can help people know their ...
Safety programs that include drug testing, background checks, and occupational medicine are not new, and, for many businesses, are an essential part ...
Safety programs that include drug testing, background checks, and occupational medicine are not new, and, for many businesses, are an essential part ...
"So beginning this fall, the US for the first time will have to deal with a flu season wrapped in a global pandemic. Or, as the headline on a recent ...
Mental health is something that employers take seriously year round, making sure their employees are happy, healthy, and safe, but during times like ...
You can predict an accident before it even happens, keeping your employees safer and reducing the risk of employees getting injured while on the job. ...
Unknown circumstances can cause people to change their behaviors, causing them to do things out of their usual personality traits, and some of these ...
A physical exam varies depending on the job and the time on the job. The purpose of a physical is to protect the worker from overexertion or strain, ...
The BTE EvalTech is a new piece of technology that gives companies, recently WSS, a new and comprehensive way to help customers evaluate and manage ...
Drug and alcohol abuse is on the rise. We know that both anecdotally and through statistical analysis of post-traumatic events and current marijuana ...
About 12 percent of the U.S. working population suffer from hearing loss. Unlike the two leading conditions, hypertension and arthritis, hearing loss ...
Workplace injuries are inevitable. In 2018, there were 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries reported and 5,250 fatalities, according to the Bureau ...
Accidental death in the United States for working age adults is primarily caused by poisoning, more specifically drug overdose. Accidental death is ...
As of March 29, President Trump has recommended extending the social distancing guidelines until the end of April. Source An update from the DOT on ...
If you're subject to drug testing, be cautious about which flu medications you take and when. There are prescribed flu medications that can create a ...
Education Engineering Enforcement of Policy Experts have long relied on the three Es of workplace injury prevention to guide businesses in protecting ...
In January, the FMCSA kicked off the new Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse with required registration for all employers who fall under FMCSA regulation. ...
Last week, Dollar General lost a lawsuit in an EEOC case that will cost them $6 million (You can read about it here). An EEOC lawsuit is a business ...
It’s 2019, and the U.S. economy is again in a cycle of low unemployment, which means that employers are striving to keep their current employees and ...
Does your drug testing company fully understand the DOT drug testing and collections procedures? If not, your employees’ drug testing results could ...
Non-profit organizations are vital to every community; however, they are susceptible to many challenges due to the nature of the industry. A common ...
One thing I've discovered since starting a Houston drug and alcohol screening business is that a lot of people get uncomfortable when they find out ...
"Bath salts." These words once conjured up images of soaking in a hot bath at the end of a long day. No longer. Rarely has a benign term taken on a ...
The short answer, yes. Regardless of your business type, you need an occupational health management program. The specifics may change; for example, ...
Developing a drug free workplace is essential for employers. However, it can be difficult to encourage employees suffering from drug or alcohol abuse ...
The MRO is a key person in the drug testing process. He or she ensures that the drug tests are administered properly, that the correct drug panel was ...
In 2017, SB 21 amended Texas State employment laws to “require mandatory drug screening as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation ...
Now that your company has determined the need for a drug and alcohol policy, it is important to assess key components impacting the effectiveness of ...
You pretty much just have to turn on the TV or look at your computer to see a story about a celebrity overindulging in drinking or using drugs--even ...
You, as the employer, have the right to hire whom you choose in each position. However, state and federal law are making these decisions increasingly ...
In 2011, for the first time, drug overdose deaths in the US exceeded the number of motor vehicle fatalities, showing that drug abuse is becoming more ...
2018 was a deadly flu season in Texas. Last year, more than 6,000 people died from pneumonia and influenza between Oct. 1 and March 16 according to ...
Let's get right down to business. The goal of Workplace Safety Screenings is to increasing safety and productivity, lowering liability. The best way ...
School is back in session, and many employers are looking to their holiday hiring plans. Holiday hiring is always difficult, but never more so than ...
2018 has been a challenging year for Human Resources employees and business owners. Two of the top issues, cannibis and employee well-being, are also ...
When it comes to drug testing, it sometimes seems as if there is more misinformation floating around online than legitimate facts. There are plenty ...
The most disappointing result for any drug test is QNS: Quantity Not Sufficient. A test that results in QNS is essentially inconclusive, wasting the ...
For the past two decades, oral-fluid drug testing has expanded into a wide range of drug-testing programs in both the employer and criminal-justice ...
There’s plenty of misinformation regarding the science of drug testing floating around the Internet. Workplace Safety Screenings has used oral fluid ...
Workplace Safety Screenings advises all of our clients (and future clients!) that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is proposing to amend ...
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced a final rule in December establishing a ...