NDS simplifies drug testing during historic national labor shortage
Unfilled job openings in the United States have reached historic highs at the same time Americans have dropped out of the workforce to a level not seen in 25 years, according to data from the U.S....
View ArticleThe differences between DOT and Non-DOT Drug Testing
Employment drug testing in the United States falls into two major categories and it is important for employers to understand so their companies are compliant with applicable laws and also equipped to...
View ArticleFentanyl – Dangerous Drug Causing Fatal Overdoses
Fentanyl, 50 times more potent than heroin, has become the No. 1 cause of opioid-related overdose deaths in the United States. Over one hundred thousand overdose deaths from Fentanyl have been reported...
View Article5 things every employer needs to know about THC
While marijuana is the most used illicit drug in the United States, it is also the drug that more than any other drives Americans under age 25 into treatment for drug addiction, and its use can make...
View ArticleDrug Testing Frequency Tied to Misuse Rates
Study: More frequent drug testing associated with less drug misuse Drug testing in shorter intervals than federal guidelines recommend could drive down drug misuse among some patients, according to...
View ArticleMarijuana Use May Trigger opiate relapse
Study: Marijuana use may trigger opiate relapse Young adults who smoked marijuana with hopes of avoiding relapse into opiate use not only were unsuccessful but found that the drug exacerbated their...
View ArticleNational Drug Screening NDASA 2022
National Drug Screening’s (NDS) executive team is heading to Indianapolis May 4-6 to add our voice and industry authority to the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association’s (NDASA) annual...
View ArticleMay is Mental Health Month
Established in May 1949, Mental Health Month aims to increase awareness about the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans’ lives and to celebrate recovery from mental illness. While not...
View ArticleAbout National Drug Screening (NDS)
…A full-service drug and alcohol testing company, National Drug Screening (NDS) also provides Medical Review Officer (MRO) services and web based drug testing software. The software platform allows...
View ArticleDOJ issues new guidance on employees with opioid use disorder
New guidance from the United States Justice Department aims to help employers comply with laws protecting employees in treatment for, or recovery from, Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). The DOJ’s missive...
View ArticleNational Drug Screening is Hiring — and Offering Big Professional Growth
National Drug Screening (NDS) is on the rise, and our Melbourne, Fla.-based company is looking for new team members to join our efforts to create and foster drug-free workplaces, schools and...
View ArticleNDS simplifies drug testing during historic national labor shortage
Unfilled job openings in the United States have reached historic highs at the same time Americans have dropped out of the workforce to a level not seen in 25 years, according to data from the U.S....
View ArticleImmediate Testing – Employers & Individuals
Many times, folks are surprised to hear we can offer a drug test immediately with one phone call or Click. Our drug testing specialists do this everyday for drug testing for employers and for...
View ArticleDOT Random Consortium Pool vs Standalone Random Pool
Random drug and alcohol testing is required for United States Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated employers. This includes DOT regulated owner operator truck drivers. For non-regulated...
View ArticleTraining Programs from National Drug Screening
At National Drug Screening, training programs are a big part of our strategy to maintain our status as top industry experts. Our goals include providing quality training to employers, our clients,...
View ArticleUnderstanding Workplace Alcohol Testing
In this article we will examine the different types of alcohol testing commonly used in the workplace. Some of these testing methodologies can be used also for other alcohol testing situations such as...
View ArticleDo You Employ Illicit Drug Users?
The question is do you employ illicit drug users. Most employers and Human Resource (HR) professionals would say “NO.” Some would say maybe. Very few employers will say YES, I employ illicit drug...
View ArticleHow Do I find a C/TPA for my DOT Consortium?
As an owner operator when registering for the FMCSA Clearinghouse, you are asked if you want to designate a C/TPA for your program. You should not do this until you have spoken to a C/TPA and made...
View ArticleFMCSA Post Accident Testing Guidelines
A. Certain employees are required to submit to post-accident urine drug testing as required by the US DOT and FMCSA guidelines. B. An employee will submit a specimen for a drug test as soon as possible...
View ArticleWhich Five Panel Drug Test are you Using?
The most common drug test ordered is the 5-panel drug test, but what really is in the 5-panel drug test? There are actually at least three versions, be very specific about ordering a 5-panel drug test....
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