Iowa Evaluates its Drug-Free Workplace Statute

Iowa’s Drug-Free Workplaces Act has been one of the country’s most comprehensive and complex drug testing statutes since its passage in 1998. Early in June of this year, the state's Supreme Court issued decisions on two court cases that established more clarifications on the requirements of Iowan employers.

Changes to Custody and Control Forms

Starting September 1, 2021, DOT-regulated employers will have to use the revised Federal Drug Testing Custody and Control Form.

Employer Resourcescourtney morganSeptember 9, 2021DATCO, DOT drug testing, DOT Employers, drug testing, CCF

DOT and CBD

Those who are interested in using CBD might have concerns about whether or not this will affect their compliance standing for the Department of Transportation. Read more to learn about the DOT’s regulations regarding CBD usage for regulated employees.

Employer Resourcescourtney morganSeptember 1, 2021DATCO, DOT drug testing, DOT Employers, drug testing, CBD

The Ins and Outs of Drug Screening

A urine drug screen (or test) is used to detect the presence of drugs in a person’s system. It is especially important for DOT-regulated employers to follow all drug screening regulations for mandated employees. But how do drug screens actually work?

Employer Resourcescourtney morganAugust 10, 2021DATCO, DOT drug testing, DOT Employers, drug testing

DATCO and DOT Regulated Employers

The Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 enforces that drivers operating vehicles that require a commercial driver’s license must be tested for alcohol and controlled substances according to federal regulations. If this seems like a lot, don’t worry. DATCO is here to help you get through every step of the DOT compliance process.