Category: News
2020 National Prescription Take Back Day Postponed
The DEA postpones the National Prescription Take Back Day due to the coronavirus. The administration encourages Americans to secure medications and wait for options for safe disposal.
Quest Diagnostics Employer Solutions welcomes Keith Ward
Keith Ward is the new leader of Quest Diagnostics Employer Solutions. We offer reliable workplace drug testing, an extensive collection site network, and personal service and support.
COVID-19 & workplace drug testing
In the case of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Quest has taken several measures to bolster our preparedness.
FMCSA increases random drug test rate
The rate for random drug testing for FMCSA increased from 25% of the average number of driver positions to 50% effective January 1, 2020. Random testing helps to deter drug use because it is conducted on an unannounced basis.
Common questions about the FMCSA Clearinghouse
In an effort to provide insight, information, and clarity about the upcoming database, we have compiled the most frequently asked questions.
Workforce drug positivity increases in more than one-third of U.S. industry sectors examined
One third of U.S. industry sectors experienced year-over-year double-digit increases in workforce drug positivity between 2015 and 2018.
The FMCSA’s new database – Clearinghouse coming soon
The FMCSA’s new Clearinghouse database will house commercial motor vehicle drivers’ violations of drug and alcohol programs to help keep roads safer.
Drug Testing Savings Calculator tabulates ROI
Our Drug Testing Savings Calculator helps companies evaluate the return on their drug testing investment. Try it out for yourself.
National Prevention Week Inspires Action
National Prevention Week is a campaign dedicated to increasing awareness about mental health and substance use disorders, igniting change around the country.
DATIA focus: Drug use in America climbs in customer-facing industries
Drug use by the US workforce increased each year - and by double-digits over 2 years - between 2015 and 2017, in 5 of 16 major US industry sectors analyzed.