Drug abuse is an issue that consequently causes significant negative impact in the workplace, and in society as a whole. It affects everything from productivity to safety to morale. Up to date drug abuse statistics give employers, parents, and lawmakers the information needed to fight back. It enables us to identify signs of drug use, Read more »
After Decades of Marijuana Ban, Senate Votes To Legalize Hemp
Under a new bill that was overwhelmingly passed by the Senate, it will be legal to grow hemp, a non-psychoactive variety of the Cannabis sativa plant, in the United States. This is a significant development to take note of as an employer, hiring manager or HR professional. Despite being non-psychoactive, hemp products have been found Read more »
HHS to Explain Delays in Hair Follicle Drug Test Guidelines
The United States Senate has approved a bill that requires the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to explain why there was a delay in giving state required hair follicle drug test guidelines for motor carriers. This legislation was introduced by Senator John Thune who is the chairman of the Committee on Commerce, Science Read more »
Marijuana Use in the Workplace
As of mid-2018, marijuana is legal for recreational use in nine states and the District of Columbia and is legal for medicinal use in 21 additional states. This trend towards the decriminalization of marijuana has numerous implications for American workplaces, most of them troublesome. Marijuana in the 21st century bears but a passing resemblance to Read more »
Drug Testing on the Job Site
If you’re an employer, chances are you already know how much of a threat drug abuse poses to safety and productivity in the workplace. The use of drugs by employees leads to loss of productivity, health care expenses, absenteeism, workplace accidents, damage and/or theft of materials and equipment, legal liabilities, higher workers’ compensation costs, and Read more »
Hair Follicle Testing in DOT Drug Testing
Hair follicle drug testing is being advocated as an alternative to urinalysis for DOT drug testing because it offers an extended detection window. One of the largest and most vocal is The Trucking Alliance, which is made up of seven companies: Dupre Logistics, Knight-Swift, J.B. Hunt, Cargo Transporters, Maverick USA, U.S Xpress and KLLM Transport. Read more »
How Long Does Percocet Stay in Your System?
Doctors prescribe Percocet short-term to manage post-surgery pain and less frequently to treat chronic pain. The combination of oxycodone and acetaminophen work well. The acetaminophen enhances the oxycodone providing more relief for patients. Depending on the type of drug test administered, detection in your system is possible for a few hours up to 90 days. Read more »
Has Legalized Marijuana Made Roads Less Safe?
The legalization of marijuana in the United States seems to have picked up speed in recent years. It’s now legal in eight states and the District of Columbia. More states have referendums around legalizing marijuana on the ballot in upcoming statewide elections. Arrests of drivers with marijuana in their system increased from 8.6 to 12.6 Read more »