The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has finalized a rule that will create a drug and alcohol clearinghouse for all commercial driver license (CDL) holders. This clearinghouse is a central electronic database that will house records of all drug and alcohol violations. The purpose of...
In the drug and alcohol testing industry, things are constantly changing. State laws are altered or added, regulations are changed and expectations shift. It's important to always stay on top of what is currently going on in your area to make sure you don't fall...
We're excited to introduce Jason and Natalya Evans, our newest franchise partners! Jason and Natalya are based in Sarasota, Florida and know the market there is ready for what Total Reporting has to offer. Natalya brings years of legal knowledge as an experienced attorney. She has gone...
What makes Screening Source better? Screening software today normally has one of two problems. Either it is an expensive platform that can be outdated or insecure, or it is a hardware driven process that locks clients into using their overpriced products that are bundled with the...
Employers are increasingly using background checks to assess potential job candidates. A background check is a process that looks into an individual's criminal, financial, and even personal history information. Hiring a new employee can be risky, so employers use background checks to evaluate applicants' qualifications. Read...
Do you know what's in the background of your employees? If not, you could be making a big mistake. Small businesses don't conduct any background checks on their employees. This leaves them open to several risks, including theft, fraud, and even violence. Read more: How Can...
If you are a DOT-regulated company required to perform drug and alcohol testing, you must be aware of the urine specimen collection procedures. DOT drug testing is conducted under the authority of the Department of Transportation (DOT) and is regulated by parts 40 and 382 of...
Hiring the right employees is essential for any business. The cost of a bad hire can be high, so it's essential to ensure that you are making the best possible decisions when hiring new employees. One way to do this is by using pre-employment tests. Pre-employment...
Running a business takes work. There are many things to consider - from marketing and sales to operations and finance. One of the most critical but often overlooked aspects of owning a business is ensuring that your employees are trustworthy. A background check can help...
As more and more states legalize marijuana, employers are asking how this will impact drug screening in the workplace. Marijuana is still illegal under federal law, so employers can drug test employees and refuse to hire those who test positive for THC. However, as marijuana...
