Author: HireRight

What are the 5 most important things you should consider for your 2024 drug testing program? The types of drugs being used continues to evolve as well as the ever-changing laws around the legalization of marijuana. Employers need to understand the impact of drug use and the new regulations around testing so they can adjust their testing programs accordingly to maintain a safe work environment. Dr. Todd Simo, HireRight’s Chief Medical Officer, reviews lab positive results, specimen variances, testing regulations, and best practice recommendations for a drug-free workplace program in 2024. Topics Covered Include: – Yearly trends for lab positive…

What steps should you take if you suspect an employee is under the influence of a controlled substance? How do you design and implement an effective reasonable suspicion program? Reasonable suspicion testing is one of the best ways for employers to identify whether an employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol while working. However, with the continued legalization of medical and recreational marijuana, employers have concerns about how testing should be handled. Dr. Todd Simo, HireRight’s Chief Medical Officer provides answers to some of the key questions employers have around reasonable suspicion testing, including preferred testing methods, the…