When you open your own business, it will be up to you to hire a responsible team of staff. To facilitate this, state and federal law both provide employers with the legal right to perform drug screenings to any of their workers. With a routine drug testing program, you can make sure that your workers … Continue reading “How Employee Drug Testing Can Benefit Your Business”
In the world of transportation, safety is paramount, and for semi-trucks, it’s not just a preference—it’s a necessity. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has established rigorous safety requirements to ensure the well-being of not only truck drivers but also other road users. In this article, we will explore the DOT safety requirements for semi-trucks, shedding … Continue reading “Navigating the Road to Safety: DOT Requirements for Semi Trucks”
Maintaining a drug-free workplace is essential to remain compliant with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. There are specific times when companies must complete drug and/or alcohol testing. One instance is if a supervisor has reasonable suspicion that a safety-sensitive worker is under the influence. Ensuring that your supervisors … Continue reading “The Importance of Reasonable Suspicion Training”
Highway safety is important and with so many semi-trucks in operation, motor carriers play a significant role in keeping our nation’s roads safe. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates this industry. One of the ways they track metrics for trucking companies is with their Compliance, Safety, and Accountability (CSA) program. Carriers are assigned … Continue reading “Understanding CSA Scores”
As the owner of a trucking company, it is your job to make sure that your truck drivers are meeting all safety requirements that are mandated by state and federal authorities. One of the most important aspects of trucking safety is going through a DOT compliance checklist. A company offering drug testing near Tucson can … Continue reading “Going Through the DOT Compliance Checklist”
Use of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse is mandatory beginning January 6, 2020. This means that commercial driver’s license (CDL) drivers, medical review officers, consortiums/third-party administrators (C/TPAs), and employers will be required to register with the Clearinghouse. Registration is currently open and it is important to start to familiarize yourself with the … Continue reading “FMCSA Clearinghouse Compliance for Trucking Companies”
People tend to tune out when they hear the word “compliance”, but understanding DOT compliance demands the attention of people looking to have their freight shipped by truck, as well as the owners of the trucking companies doing the shipping. DOT compliance isn’t just another government hoop to jump through: it is an important preventative … Continue reading “Why Trucking Companies Need to Take DOT Compliance Seriously”
Workplace drug and alcohol testing play an important part in employee and client safety. Solid drug policy and support program is a valuable resource for your business, reducing the incidence of drug- and alcohol-related injuries or accidents while increasing the overall integrity of your company. Improved Safety Drug- and alcohol-related accidents can pose a serious … Continue reading “Top Reasons Why Drug and Alcohol Testing is Important for Your Business”
Motor carriers and organizations that employ safety-sensitive workers subject to Department of Transportation rules and regulations are required to administer a variety of drug and alcohol tests, including pre-employment screenings, random testing, and post-accident/reasonable suspicious testing. HDS Safety & Compliance offers drug and alcohol testing services that are compliant with DOT rules and regulations. If … Continue reading “Why Choose a DOT-Compliant Drug & Alcohol Testing Service”
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires motor carriers to perform drug and alcohol testing. This is essential for ensuring that drivers are able to safely operate commercial motor vehicles. Whether a company has thousands of drivers or only one owner-operator, it must have a drug and alcohol testing program in place to stay compliant and … Continue reading “What is a Drug Testing Consortium?”
The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) require DOT physicals for safety-sensitive transportation employees. These medical exams ensure truck drivers are in good health and can safely operate a commercial vehicle. Motor carriers must keep up-to-date records of their drivers’ DOT physical exams and test results. It is important … Continue reading “Why Are DOT Physicals Necessary?”
In 1991, the United States Congress passed the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act. This established drug and alcohol testing guidelines for companies and agencies that the Department of Transportation (DOT) governs. It is important for all motor carriers to follow DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) guidelines in order to stay compliant and … Continue reading “When is Alcohol Testing Required?”
From drug testing to pre-audits to driver background checks, HDS is here to help your transportation company meet key safety standards. We strive to keep your employees safe and to protect you from potential liability. Contact us today to learn more about our safety solutions. We look forward to working with you.
6251 S Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ 85756
| Monday | 8AM–5PM | Friday | 8AM–5PM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8AM–5PM | Saturday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 8AM–5PM | Sunday | Closed |
| Thursday | 8AM–5PM | ||
Fill out the form below to get more information about HDS Safety Services
