You’ve surely heard by now that Florida is putting recreational marijuana legalization to a vote on its November ballot. Those who support legalizing pot for adults to enjoy during their leisure time without fear of punishment are anticipating heading to the polls on November 5th. The ballot title they’ll be looking to add their mark Read more »
What is a Positive Dilute Drug Test Result?
When receiving a positive dilute drug test result, it doesn’t only mean the specimen was diluted. The result indicates two things—Someone tested positive for drugs. Moreover, they more than likely tried to hide it. When a drug test result indicates a negative dilute, it is still a cause for concern. That’s because even though the Read more »
DOT Publishes Oral Fluid Testing Rule Notices
The Department of Transportation (DOT) announced last week that it has published three important Federal Register notices, court decisions, and legislation regarding its final ruling on approving oral fluid drug testing of safety-sensitive employees. If you own a trucking business, you may be looking forward to switching some of your policies and procedures so you Read more »
When an Employee Fights a Failed DOT Drug Test
The Department of Transportation (DOT) mandates drug testing of the safety-sensitive workforce to keep people traveling throughout the country as safe as possible. There’s no doubt that the DOT drug test is worthwhile. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (DACH) reported that since the database went live in January 2020, Read more »
Chronic Pain, Medications, and the Workplace
The fact that living with chronic pain requires endurance is undeniable. Many people believe that it would be an unbearable fate to endure. Those suffering from chronic pain understand the true meaning of the phrase, “grin and bear it” though. Even though their body is under constant assault, they still have a life to live Read more »
DEA 2024 National Drug Threat Assessment Released
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) released the National Drug Threat Assessment for 2024 in May and its findings are certainly concurrent with what we’re seeing take place across the United States. There is a definite change from plant-based drugs to synthetic drugs. Fentanyl and methamphetamine continue to destroy lives at an alarming rate. Overdose deaths, Read more »
Rhino Tranq Barrels into U.S. Drug Culture
The Center for Forensic Science Research and Education (CFSRE) in Horsham, Philadelphia partners with the Philadelphia Department of Public Health and tests illicit drugs. In late April, the center discovered medetomidine in the confiscated street drugs tested. Rhino tranq is what this hard-hitting sedative is called on the street and it’s even more powerful than Read more »
What is the DOT Chain of Custody?
The Department of Transportation outlines the process that all safety-sensitive employers must follow regarding drug testing. Employers of the safety-sensitive workforce must adhere strictly to the DOT chain of custody process, as should everyone who handles the specimens submitted for the DOT drug test. Making things even more concrete, collectors, lab techs, and MROs record Read more »