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Mar 20
DOT's Guidelines on Oral Fluid Testing: Workplace Understandings
On June 1, 2023, HHS approved oral fluid testing, blending innovation with empathy. Whether it's overcoming the discomfort of shy bladder syndrome, ...
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Mar 20
Mar 16
The Advantage of Hair Drug Testing in Workplace Safety
Introduction to Hair Drug Testing: Explaining the basics, how it works, and why it's a reliable method for detecting chronic drug use.
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Mar 16
Mar 1
Navigating the Ripple Effects of Substance Abuse in the Workplace
When we consider the fabric of a thriving organizational culture or workplace, the well-being of each team member stands at the core of sustained ...
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Mar 1
Jan 17
Mastering DOT's Streamlined DAMIS Submission Process
Discover the latest updates and steps to navigate the DOT's streamlined DAMIS submission process effectively.
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Jan 17
Jul 27
Understanding Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: Symptoms and Treatments
As temperatures soar, it becomes crucial to stay vigilant about the risks of heat-related illnesses, particularly heat exhaustion and heat stroke. ...
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Jul 27
Jul 13
Ensuring Safe Indoor Air Quality: Key Insights and Evaluation Methods
At Workplace Safety Screenings, we understand the significance of maintaining a healthy indoor environment, particularly when it comes to air quality ...
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Jul 13
Jun 21
Staying Ahead of All Federal Safety Regulations
The Department of Health and Human Services proposed these changes to the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs in April ...
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Jun 21
May 23
Everyday Stress & Addiction Can Cost a Company Big Money
Drug Abuse Costs Employers $81 Billion Per Year
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May 23
May 16
The Workplace & Marijuana: What to Think When the Rules Keep Changing
We cannot get away from the subject of marijuana. Every day is another development in how lawmakers are reacting to an old drug gaining new ...
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May 16
May 3
Something's Off: Is your Safety Policy showing the results you want?
The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.
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May 3
Mar 17
Keep the Shiny Side Up: Keeping your drivers Safe, your profits high, and your liability low
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 ...
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DOT
Worksite Safety
Work Safe
Training and Development
Work Smart
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Mar 17
Feb 25
Bait the Hook: Why Workplace Wellness Programs are Here to Stay
What is the difference between government regulated safety standards and additional wellness programs that make your company’s benefits package more ...
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employee health
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Feb 25
Feb 22
Stay Compliant: Do You Know Your State's Drug Laws?
“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 ...
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Feb 22
Feb 17
Open Wide: When & Why Oral Fluid Testing is your Best Screening Option
Drug testing allows you to determine if and when an employee or job candidate could be putting your business at risk. Testing an employee for drug ...
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Feb 17
Jan 27
Recovery Road: A Positive Drug Test Doesn't Have to Lead to Termination
How do you handle positive drug tests in a drug-free environment?
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Under the Influence
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Jan 27
Dec 21
What You See is What You Get: Visual Acuity & Eye Health Matter
Taking care of your eyes can be as important as eating well and exercising regularly. Vision health can increase daily safety. Employees should ...
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Dec 21
Oct 13
Staying in Business With a Virus That Is Here to Stay
The team at Workplace Safety Screenings works tirelessly to help business owners, like you, manage the effects of Covid-19. It is not easy to ...
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Oct 13
Oct 6
When they Talk-the-Talk, but can't Walk-the-Walk: Claimed Abilities v/s Reality
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 ...
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Under the Influence
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Oct 6
Sep 9
The Rise of Drug Abuse & Your Business
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 ...
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Sep 9
Jul 15
Creating a Drug-Free Policy That Works For Everyone
Some employees might resent a drug testing program at work, whereas others understand it as an inevitable part of obtaining employment in certain ...
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HR
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Jul 15
Apr 15
Workplace Noise Hazards Can Do Serious Damage
Job related hearing loss can do permanent damage to your employees and increase the risk of a serious accident at work. Utilizing the proper ...
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Apr 15
Mar 16
PART 2 - Employment & Background Checks: What Do They Want To Know?
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 ...
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Safety
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occupational health
HR
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Mar 16
Feb 16
Medical Surveillance and Occupational Health Management
What is Medical Surveillance? When you say the words “medical surveillance,” it sounds almost ominous, doesn’t it? This term may not be used in ...
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occupational health
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Feb 16
Jan 15
Seasonal advice in the South: Adverse Driving Conditions in the winter
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 ...
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Jan 15
Jul 15
DOT Physical: Protecting the company and the employee
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, ...
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Jul 15
Apr 23
On-site drug testing safely during COVID-19
Drug and alcohol abuse is on the rise. We know that both anecdotally and through statistical analysis of post-traumatic events and current marijuana ...
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Apr 23
Mar 10
Does more drug testing equal a drug-free workplace?
Does running more drug tests equal fewer workers coming to work under the influence? Not necessarily.
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Mar 10
Feb 20
DOT recommends against CBD oil
We have been posting on CBD oil for quite some time, and our CEO strongly recommends against its use for those who will be subjected to ...
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Feb 20
Feb 18
Comply with the new FMCSA drug testing rate in 5 steps
In January, the FMCSA kicked off the new Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse with required registration for all employers who fall under FMCSA regulation. ...
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Feb 18
Jan 22
FMCSA Clearinghouse Issues Arise
Employers can continue hiring with 49 CFR 391.23(e) procedures
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Jan 22
Jan 6
Change in DOT FMCSA random drug testing rate
On December 27, the FMCSA announced that the annual percentage rate for random drug testing will increase from 25% to 50% of the average number of ...
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Jan 6
Oct 25
FMCSA Clearinghouse Registration Assistance Available
The Clearinghouse is now open for registration for all parties involved, and it is required for any company and driver who operates within FMCSA ...
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Oct 25
Sep 27
Is your company following the DOT testing procedures?
Does your drug testing company fully understand the DOT drug testing and collections procedures? If not, your employees’ drug testing results could ...
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Sep 27
Jul 16
Should you use continuous monitoring for your drivers?
In Houston, few companies can offer continuous driver monitoring; however, this monthly, bi-monthly or quarterly service can protect your company ...
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Jul 16
Jul 3
What's the difference between driving high and driving drunk?
With the increasing legalization of marijuana in the Southwest and the summertime heat, Houston law enforcement officials continue to deal with ...
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Jul 3
Jun 27
8 Ways Fleet Drivers Can Stay Alert
Fleet drivers are challenged with many obstacles in remaining awake and alert while on the job. Although there are many safety precautions ...
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Jun 27
Jun 20
Do I need Occupational Health Management for my Business?
The short answer, yes. Regardless of your business type, you need an occupational health management program. The specifics may change; for example, ...
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Jun 20
May 14
3 Drug Testing Methodologies
When a company implements or reviews their Drug Free Workplace Program there is a lot to consider, one important factor is the testing method that ...
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May 14
May 9
Reasonable Suspicion Testing: More Relevant than Ever
In April, New York banned marijuana testing for a number of positions, and more employers are choosing to avoid marijuana testing in their hiring ...
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May 9
Feb 21
Drug testing required for unemployment benefits in Texas
In 2017, SB 21 amended Texas State employment laws to “require mandatory drug screening as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation ...
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