By Susan Reed, ASAP When an employee fails a DOT drug test (DOT alcohol test) or violates their company policy, the repercussions are felt by the employer and the employee. Employers are losing a skilled employee and need to consider […]
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This urgency was underscored yet again by a recent mass overdose event in Baltimore’s Penn North neighborhood on July 10th, where 27 people collapsed simultaneously from suspected opioid overdose, triggering a large-scale emergency response.
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When a DOT-regulated employee fails or refuses a drug or alcohol test, they must complete the Return-to-Duty (RTD) process, starting with an evaluation by a DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). The SAP assesses the situation and recommends treatment or education, which the employee must complete before a follow-up evaluation determines their fitness to return to safety-sensitive work. American Substance Abuse Professionals (ASAP) helps employees and employers navigate this process quickly and compliantly
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HASC and the NASAP Program: A Detailed Explanation Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only. Reader retains full responsibility for the use of the information contained herein. By ASAP The Health and Safety Council™ (HASC™) is a 501(c)3 trade association dedicated to promoting
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Bridging the Training Gap: Substance Use Awareness for Supervisors and Employees By: Kiera Phipps A surprising fact: 70% of adults who struggle with alcohol or drug use disorders have jobs. This means about 13.6 million workers in the United States
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By ASAP Staff Hearing on Marijuana Schedule III Reclassification Delayed The Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) efforts to act on the Biden administration’s marijuana rescheduling proposal will be delayed until sometime in 2025. A hearing was most recently scheduled for December
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By: Sandra Serrano, CDO Pink cocaine, despite its colorful name, isn’t actually cocaine. Instead, it’s often a dangerous mix of substances like 2-CB, MDMA (ecstasy), ketamine, and caffeine. It has been linked to the recent death of Liam Payne. Why
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DEA Issues Warning About Illegal Online Pharmacies On October 4, 2024, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration reported a rise in illegal online pharmacies distributing counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl and methamphetamine. These fake medications are being sold to unsuspecting customers
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By: Sandra Serrano, ASAP CDO CDL Drivers: Prepare Now for the Clearinghouse II November 18, 2024 Deadline The Urgency of Enrolling in the DOT Return-to-Duty Process With the upcoming enforcement of the Clearinghouse II final rule on November 18, 2024,
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Visit ASAP at the SAPAA Conference in Dallas, TX! Booth #306, October 6-9th, 2024 Meet Our Leadership Team at the Conference: Nicole Hanratty, Chief Operating Officer (COO) Sandra Serrano, Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tara Sauers, Senior Business Development Manager
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