(According to Quest Diagnostics Testing Index™ (DTI)) The recent release of the DTI report shows us drug use trends and positivity by sector. This report comes out annually and has been supplying data since 1988. The numbers aren’t great and show a 16-year high in 2019 for overall...
The FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse keeps records on all testing program violations by any drivers holding a CDL or Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP). Ideally, you won’t run into an encounter with this group, but if violations do occur, what can you do to get...
Take a look at the new CCF The Custody and Control Form (CCF) has gone through a recent round of revisions. The US DOT approved the CCF for use as of September 1, 2020. To clarify, collection groups should continue using the old forms until August...
The FCRA was created to help patrons resolve errors and dispute issues on their credit reports. It now covers several consumer reports, and it is critical that when conducting a background check, FCRA compliance is followed to a key. Failure to comply can end up...
Quest recently published an article reminding everyone to be cautious in the workplace and ensure that safety measures are a priority in your workplace. We wanted to echo some of their statements and share some workplace safety insights with you. Workplace Injuries The National Safety Council (NSC)...
Just because something worked in the past doesn't mean you should use it now. DOT Employment Verifications are stuck in 1995. Check out Total Reporting's new SPHRR (verification) platform and see how you can save a TON of time and hassle. You are going to LOVE...
The FMCSA has updated the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse to allow employer to link their Clearinghouse accounts with their FMCSA Portal accounts. This will enable employers to associate Clearinghouse activity (reporting violations, conducting queries, purchasing query plans, and designating consortia/third-party administrations (C/TPAs)) with a specified...
Many employees are starting to return to work in an office environment causing employers to question whether or not they should issue new drug tests to returning employees. We hope to help provide some clarity on this question—when should you perform a drug test on...
During today’s unprecedented times, we are all dealing with feelings of uncertainty, anxiety and concern for loved ones. Millions of Americans have lost employment through this health and economic crisis. And we are all figuring out how to cope with this time of isolation and...
Many businesses are beginning to reopen their doors again as lockdown rules become less strict. There are many things to consider as business begins again. For example, many businesses are considering implementing temperature checks to help monitor for COVID-19 symptoms and keep their businesses healthy and...
