Drug Testing

Incorporating background screening as part of the hiring process is an effective way for employers to maintain a productive workforce. With more and more applicants competing for jobs, employers need a way to ensure they are only hiring the best employees available. Background screenings provide information on a potential employee’s criminal record, resume accuracy and […]

Drug Free Workplace Programs increase the overall safety of employees, so most workers tend to support implementation of such a program. In addition, creating a Drug Free Workplace Program helps reduce the safety risks and potential cost increases to employers by mitigating how an employee’s personal activities affect his or her work performance. A company […]

The 1991 Omnibus Transportation Employees Testing Act as well as regulations by the DOT and FAA require drug testing of safety-sensitive aviation employees. This mandatory testing requirement helps keep the public and the airspace safe. To ensure the aviation industry complies with drug and alcohol testing laws, the Drug Abatement Division of the FAA performs […]

Designated Employer Representatives make decisions about their aviation employer’s drug and alcohol testing program. Not only does the DER conduct drug and alcohol tests, but he or she also educates employees and ensures that the drug-testing program complies with FAA and DOT regulations. By ensuring all employees comply with required drug and alcohol testing regulations, […]

While some companies have always required drug testing before hiring employees, the new final rule amendment from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) now requires all employees who serve in safety-sensitive positions and operations control roles to pass a drug test. Keep reading to learn more about the positions this affects and how it changes federal […]

If you have never made your employees take drug tests, it might seem difficult to start a new program. Use the following tips to start up a thorough and effective FAA-approved drug and alcohol-testing program that you can use to screen your employees. Partial 119 Certificate Holders Companies that hold a part 119 certificate and […]