What does the MORE Act mean for safety-sensitive employees and marijuana? December 4 the U.S. House of Representatives passed the MORE Act by a vote of 228-164. This act removes marijuana from the list of scheduled substances under the Controlled Substances Act. If the MORE Act becomes law, it would decriminalize marijuana but would not … Read More →
Do you know the difference? – Opiate vs. Opioid
Do you know the difference between an Opiate and an Opioid? Both groups of substances are narcotics and used medically for pain relief, anesthesia, and cough or diarrhea suppression. However, both are used illicitly by those with a substance use disorder. Read more below on the differences between Opiates and Opioids.
… Read More →Legalizing Marijuana in 2020
Did you know that 1 in 3 Americans live in a state where recreational marijuana is legal? South Dakota made history when it became the first state to legalize both medical and recreational marijuana at the same time in the November 2020 election. Although you may hear different answers from different people, and we’re still … Read More →
4 Benefits of Onsite Workplace Testing
4 Benefits of Onsite Workplace Testing Drug testing is essential to ensuring a drug-free workplace. While you know how important it is to keep your operations drug-free, drug abuse is a real problem that can wreak havoc quickly. A drug-testing policy is a great way to deter employees from using illicit drugs on the job. … Read More →
CSAPA Recertification of Account Manager John Throckmorton
Tomo is happy to announce the recent recertification – Tomo Account Manager John Throckmorton was approved by the Commission for Drug and Alcohol Program Professionals for recertification of CSAPA – Certified Substance Abuse Program Administrator. Visit our leadership and management directory to learn more about him. Congratulations John! #tomotalks #tomotraining #thetomodifference
… Read More →FMCSA COVID-19 Pre-employment Testing Clarification
The Department of Transportation published a notice granting a three-month waiver from certain pre-employment testing requirements applicable to employers of drivers subject to 49 CFR part 382 in June. FMCSA recently clarified the notice concerning CDL permits. Read more about the regulations and noted issue below and how we can help.
… Read More →FMCSA COVID-19 Pre-Employment Testing Waiver
The Department of Transportation recently published a notice granting a three-month waiver from certain pre-employment testing requirements applicable to employers of drivers subject to 49 CFR part 382. Read more about the regulations and noted issue below. FMCSA COVID-19 Pre-Employment Testing Waiver The Department of Transportation recently published a notice granting a three-month waiver from … Read More →
Returning to Duty – COVID-19
Returning to Duty – COVID-19 As stay at home orders are lifted and employees are returning to the office, we have received many questions on drug and alcohol testing in preparation of these employees returning to work. Nearly 15M people with Substance Misuse Disorder were employed in the pre-COVID 19 workforce. Effectively, 70% of U.S. … Read More →
OSHA Releases Notice on Respirator Fit Testing During COVID-19
OSHA Releases Notice on Respirator Fit Testing During COVID-19 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued two notices clarifying existing requirements for respirator fit-testing and their agency policy waivers during COVID-19. March 14, 2020 OSHA issued a notice temporarily waving the annual (not initial) fit-testing requirement for respirators and recommended discontinuing use of … Read More →
A Comprehensive Guide to the Respirator Fit Test
A respirator is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed to protect the wearer from a potential hazardous environment. A respirator fit test determines if the PPE can be worn without having any leaks, and which device is best for the wearer. Read below to learn more about what a respirator fit test includes and how your … Read More →
