The Department of Transportation (DOT) is considering amendments to their drug testing program to include oral fluid testing as an acceptable workplace drug testing method. In light of this potential shift, oral-fluid testing is becoming more popular with Canadian and US employers. Keep reading to learn more…
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Impact of Occupational Testing on North American Health and Safety Culture: Oil & Gas
Research, accident investigations, and analyses regularly identify non-compliance as a significant contributor to accidents, including those in the oil and gas industry. Occupational testing, alongside a robust health and safety program, can help.
What is the CSA Group, and How is it Important for Respirator-Fit Testing?
The CSA Group is a standards organization that develops standards in several areas, including respirator selection, care, use, and testing. Formerly known as the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), the CSA Group is integral to SureHire’s Respirator-Fit Testing program.
The Importance of Cybersecurity
Cyber-attacks can be costly and damaging to your reputation and bottom line. Get best practices and strategies to keep your data safe and secure from cyber-attacks.
What is OSHA, and why is it Important for Respirator Fit Testing?
OSHA is one of several organizations integral to SureHire’s Respirator-Fit Testing service. We follow OSHA’s respirator-fit testing protocols to ensure the health and safety of the person wearing the respirator.
The Impact of Occupational Testing on North American Health and Safety Culture: Transportation
Occupational testing for the transportation industry might be mandatory in many instances, but it also offers substantial benefits and a clear return on investment for employers.
Impact of Occupational Testing on North American Health & Safety Culture: Construction
According to a study conducted by The Institute for Work and Health (IWH), employers in the construction industry can realize an average of 36% return on their investments in health and safety. Here’s how…
Non-Negative Results: What do they mean?
A non-negative specimen is not the same as a positive specimen. A drug test result is categorized as positive if testing indicates the presence of a targeted drug or its metabolite at a level above the minimum cut-off. However, a non-negative specimen also does not clearly indicate that the test subject has not used prohibited drugs.
What is NIOSH and Why is it Important for Respirator Fit Testing?
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is one of several organizations integral to SureHire’s Respirator-Fit (Mask-Fit) Testing program. If you have employees using respirators and are engaging in respirator-fit testing (mask-fit testing), it is important to understand how organizations like NIOSH influence the equipment and testing services.
6 Signs Your Employees May Be Abusing Drugs
Drug use harms workplace health and safety, work quality, productivity, and the business’s bottom line. Here are 6 signs your employees may be abusing drugs and some preventative measures you can take to if you suspect impairment on the job site.
