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Drug Testing

Old Federal CCFs… Now what?

July 12, 2023

All U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)-mandated drug test collections will require a new Custody and Control Form. Find out what you need to do to be prepared for the fast-approaching change.

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Avoid testing delays – transition to the new DOT CCF

June 14, 2023

Current DOT CCFs are expiring soon. Proactively prepare for this change and double-check your paper CCF inventory today. Act now to avoid testing delays.

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Celebrating Lab Week

April 19, 2021

Every April, we honor our lab professionals during Lab Week. Their work makes helps to keep our workplaces safe and drug-free.

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Challenging the poppy seed defense

April 13, 2021

A Quest Diagnostics study helps to answer the question: Can eating poppy seeds produce a positive drug test for a job applicant or employee?

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New insights from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health

December 8, 2020

It is important for employers to examine trends and data, such as NSDUH, that helps to inform a workforce drug testing program.

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Come together for International Overdose Awareness Day

August 31, 2020

Every year on August 31, there is worldwide participation in 39 countries where thousands of individuals support the cause to help end drug overdoses and remember the people who have lost their lives.

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Drug use rises again in the American workforce

August 25, 2020

Drug positivity in 2019 hit a 16-year high in the US workforce, according to the latest Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index.

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New Federal CCF coming soon

August 11, 2020

SAMSHA/OMB have requested public comments to revisions of the current Federal CCF for workforce drug testing. However, Quest anticipates a one-year implementation period for continued use of the form and will help prepare clients for the switch.

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Opioid crisis persists during pandemic

June 30, 2020

The disruption of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus extends to all areas of life – including the opioid epidemic. Stress during an outbreak can include increased drug and alcohol use and impacts for those struggling with substance use disorders and addiction.

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Spread the message of workplace safety

June 1, 2020

June is National Safety Month. Take this opportunity to spread the word about the importance of workplace safety to help prevent injuries and fatalities.