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A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine on the health benefits of a smoke-free environment yielded dramatic results.  The risk for hospitalization due to myocardial infarction (heart attack) decreased in several locations after the implementation of smoke-free workplace ordinances in […]

Arming employees with important information about the DOT drug and alcohol testing program will help to promote public and workplace safety. When hiring an employee to perform DOT Safety-Sensitive duties employers must provide employees with materials that explain the DOT

On November 28th the Department of Transportation released the minimum random drug and alcohol testing rates required by each of the operating administrations.  The mandatory testing requirements apply to employers with staff who perform safety sensitive duties within the DOT

A key component of the ASAP core values system is SERVICE.  ASAP values exceptional customer service that recognizes the client’s priorities and exceeds their expectations.  One way in which ASAP fulfills this commitment is to encourage continued learning within the

The DOT Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy Compliance issued a statement in response to inquiries about whether state initiatives to permit the use of marijuana for recreational purposes will impact the DOT’s regulations applicable to safety-sensitive transportation employees regarding

December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month.  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is conducting its Drunk Driving Prevention campaign to help raise awareness and reduce traffic accidents involving drugs and alcohol.  To promote awareness the NHTSA is encouraging

The 37th Great American Smokeout will be on Thursday, November 15th.  The annual event sponsored by The American Cancer Society aims to encourage smokers to kick the habit.  Nicotine in cigarettes is highly addictive.  Smoking can lead to numerous health

In the November 6th General Election, citizens in Colorado and Washington voted for the legalization of marijuana for recreational use for adults aged 21 and older; and the people of Massachusetts and Montana voted in favor marijuana usage for medical

In July of this year the Transportation Research and Innovative Technology Act of 2012 was passed and signed into law.  The purpose is to “provide an extension of Federal-aid highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, transit, and other programs funded

Drive Safely Work Week (DSWW) is an annual campaign which focuses on the fundamental skills necessary to being a safe work-place driver.  Each day of the campaign, which goes from October 1st – 5th, highlights a key area of importance