Category: News
Report change
Non-regulated drug testing reports from Quest Diagnostics will no longer feature the Certifying Scientist's full name at the bottom of the report.
The effectiveness of workplace drug testing
More than half of employers (57%) conduct drug tests on all job candidates, while only 29% do not conduct drug tests on any job candidates.
Prescription opiates rank second behind marijuana in workforce positives according to Drug Testing Index
American workers continue to use prescription opiates at high levels. Development of clear workplace policies is reinforced with help from the DTI.
National Take-Back initiative scheduled for October 29
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) set October 29 as a National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Bringing the DTI to life
This new video highlighting information reported by our most recent DTI shines a spotlight on methamphetamine abuse and its highly addictive nature.
Drug-Free Work Week in October
Drug-Free Work Week is an annual activity in October to promote health and safety in the workplace.
National survey shows a rise in illicit drug use
The use of illicit drugs among Americans increased between 2008 and 2010 according to a national survey conducted by SAMHSA.
HHS federal CCF advisory deadline
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is allowing the use of the 2000 Federal Custody and Control Form (CCF) through November 30, 2011.
Industry survey – The effectiveness of workplace drug testing
More than half of employers (57%) conduct drug tests on all job candidates. While only 29% do not conduct drug tests on any job candidates.
DATIA publishes “data-driven insights” article
The Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA) publishes a quarterly magazine.
