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We’re Positive that Pre-Employment Drug Screening is Changing

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For example, the Department of Transportation requires routine screens for interstate truck drivers. For example, instead of testing for cannabis use up to a month before, tests like AlertMeter provide a visual test that measures actual impairment in the moment. Pre-employment drug screening: still necessary? Register here.

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Workplace Compliance Checklist for Small and Medium-Size Employers

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For example, when deciding whether to hire a job applicant, you may request a credit reports as part of their background check. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodation, communications, and governmental activities.