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What exactly is a refusal to test and who determines it?

The DOT regulations outline refusals to test for drugs and alcohol. Some refusals are determined by MROs and BATs and STTs. For others, the determination is your responsibility. ODAPC does an ...

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Pre-employment Investigations for Drug & Alcohol FMSCA Violations

Beginning January 6, 2023, a FMCSA pre-employment Clearinghouse query will satisfy the requirement to investigate a prospective driver's previous drug and alcohol program violations, as established ...

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Good morning! Are you hungover - or just drunk.

Alcohol has been consumed throughout the world for hundreds of years. It is often referred to as a "recreational beverage" and is widely consumed in moderation for enjoyment and relaxation at home or ...

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Will I pass a urine drug test if I use products containing CBD?

A two part answer. Not a week goes by that I don't get asked this question, "Holly, will I test positive for marijuana if I use a CBD product for my ...insert medical condition here...?" Well, here ...

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FMCSA Controlled Substances and Alcohol Testing-Are You Doing Enough?

Reviewing Your 382 Program Are you doing enough to ensure your FMCSA drug and alcohol program is compliant with 49 CFR Part 382? This questionnaire is designed to help you evaluate your current ...

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Assess Your FTA Compliance

FTA Drug and Alcohol Program Management It's a piece of cake being a Drug and Alcohol Program Manager (DAPM) or Designated Employer Representative (DER) for Transit, right? Wrong. Ensuring compliance ...

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DOT Previous Employer Records Request - 40.25

Do I need to verify a DOT employee’s prior drug and alcohol testing history? Yes! Before you hire or transfer someone into a safety-sensitive position, you must check the person’s DOT drug and ...

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Name Change From Spark Training Solutions to Spark TS™

ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA, U.S., September 8, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Spark Training Solutions, a software safety, compliance and drug & alcohol testing company, announced a name change to Spark TS™ ...

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Drug & Alcohol Testing: Marijuana and CBD

Over the past several years, many questions have come up regarding the use of cannabidiol (CBD) and Medical Marijuana. Many states have regulations that differ from the Department of Transportation's ...

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FMCSA Clearinghouse: What Railroaders Need to Know

In 2020, the Federal Motor Carrier Administration (FMCSA) established the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse). The Clearinghouse is a database which ...

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The Importance of Sharing Accurate Information

With texting and social media, it is easy to spread information. But effective safety programs have plans in place to share information not only quickly but accurately. The Dangers of Inaccurate or ...

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Partnership With 20x20 To Amplify Software Platform

ST. PAUL, MN, USA, May 31, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Spark Training Solutions, a railroad safety, compliance training and drug & alcohol testing company, announced a technology development ...

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10 Steps to Collection Site Security and Integrity To Help Collectors

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has done a good job providing collection agents with information on maintaining the integrity of a collection event. As a DOT employer, how good of a job have ...

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Spark Training Solutions Joins ASLRRA’s Member Discount Program

WASHINGTON, April 26, 2022– The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association ( ASLRRA ) announces its newest Member Discount Program provider,Spark Training Solutions, a railroad software ...

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Updating your 243 Plan Just Got Easier

It's been almost a year since 49 CFR Part 243 has gone into effect for contractors and short line railroads. And for many, there is already a need to update your FRA 243 submissions, which just got ...

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New Executive To Lead Drug and Alcohol Testing

ST. PAUL, MN, USA, March 1, 2022/EINPresswire.com/ -- Spark Training Solutions, a railroad safety and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) compliance provider, announced today that Holly Rainwater ...

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