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A WorkSAFE Service’s Resources Center serves as a comprehensive hub for employers, HR professionals, and safety coordinators throughout the Pacific Northwest and surrounding states seeking reliable information on workplace drug testing, compliance, and safety protocols. We provide up-to-date guidance on federal and state regulations, including DOT requirements, industry-specific testing standards, and best practices for maintaining drug-free workplace programs.
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DOT Post-Accident Drug and Alcohol Testing: Employer Deadlines
Understand DOT post-accident testing triggers, the FMCSA 2-, 8-, and 32-hour timing rules, and the differences between transportation modes.
When Onsite Drug Testing Actually Pays for Itself, and When It Doesn’t
Compare onsite and clinic drug testing costs using employee headcount, wages, travel time, and an illustrative onsite-event calculation.
Oral Fluid vs. Urine Drug Testing: What DOT Employers Should Consider
Compare oral fluid and urine for DOT drug testing by test reason, detection, observation, collector readiness and total operating cost.
Preparing Your DOT Testing Policy for Oral Fluid: Standing Orders and Collection Instructions
Prepare your DOT drug testing policy for oral fluid with clear standing orders, DER contacts, collection-site checks, and insufficient-specimen instructions.
When Will DOT Oral Fluid Testing Start? What Changed in October 2026
DOT oral fluid testing is still unavailable as of October 13, 2026. Learn what FDA changed and which laboratory and collection requirements remain.
Avoid These 7 Mistakes When Choosing a TPA for Drug & Alcohol Testing
Choosing a TPA drug testing provider is one of the most important compliance decisions an HR, safety, or operations leader
Oregon vs Washington Drug Testing: What Employers Need to Change
Learn how Oregon and Washington non-DOT drug-testing rules differ, including Washington’s preemployment cannabis restrictions, oral-fluid THC testing, and random testing considerations.
FMCSA Clearinghouse Requirements for Employers: What You Need to Know
FMCSA Clearinghouse Explained: What Employers Need to Know FMCSA Clearinghouse requirements for employers center on driver queries, violation reporting, and
FMCSA Random Drug & Alcohol Testing: How to Stay Audit-Ready
Learn who belongs in an FMCSA random testing pool, how selections work, what employers must document, and how to stay audit-ready.
DOT Physicals and Medical Cards for Employers | FMCSA
DOT Physicals and Medical Cards: What FMCSA-Regulated Employers Need to Know A driver’s commercial driver’s license may be valid while
How Often Should Random Tests Occur? FMCSA Employer Guide
FMCSA does not require employers to conduct random testing on a specific monthly or quarterly schedule. The regulation requires the
Why Workplace Safety Programs Matter
A workplace injury rarely affects only the employee whose actions contributed to it. In a safety-sensitive environment, one impaired decision
Understanding Non-DOT Testing: A Practical Guide
What Is Non-DOT Drug Testing? Non-DOT drug testing refers to any workplace drug and alcohol testing program that operates
TPA and Compliance: Third-Party Administration and Workplace Testing Programs
Managing a drug and alcohol testing program involves more than scheduling tests and receiving results. Employers are responsible for meeting