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New DOT Drug test regimen goes into effect

Safeguard Screening — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:02:20 +0000

The Department of Transportation has enacted changes to the DOT compliance drug test regimen effective October 1st, 2010. While the drug test is still a 5 panel regimen, it will include new testing for HDMA (Esctasy) and lower cut off levels for amphetamines and cocaine. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that as much as 10 percent additional users of cocaine and amphetamines will be identified with the lower testing amounts.

The DOT drug test will continue to test for following 5-panels Marijuana (THC), Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). To the amphetamines group, the DOT is adding initial testing for MDMA (Ecstasy) and confirmatory testing for MDMA, MDA, & MDEA.

It should be interesting to see what happens across the transportation industry due to the lower result levels for amphetamines. While the new drug Ecstasy might not be a drug of choice among drivers, the allure of using amphetamines to help keep going on a long haul is much more industry relevant.

Need to establish a DOT-drug testing program? Contact Corra Group, a nationwide provider of DOT drug testing compliance programs, including DOT employment verifications, DOT Physical exams, and random drug testing management.

Hawaii Raising Fees on Motor Vehicle Record Background Checks

Safeguard Screening — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 18:44:45 +0000

Just when we thought it was safe to get back in the water, Hawaii has opted to raise the fees charged for accessing Hawaii driving records. Hawaii is choosing to raise DMV fees from $10.00 to a whopping $23 per record. Hawaii’s government financial problems are well known, and this fee hike is yet another measure to balance the state budget. The fiscal problems are severe, unfortunately this fee hike will be paid by businesses, especially transportation companies that are working to rebuild the economy. While raising state coffers, the long term ill-affects of this huge fee hike could be yet another blow to Hawaii’s already tarnished ‘business friendly’ image.

Employers, especially trucking and transportation firms rely heavily on CDL and non-CDL motor vehicle record reportsto screen potential drivers and current employees for safe driving habits. Motor Vehicle Records are necessary for compliance with Department of Transportation Regulations, and help employers maintain an ongoing fleet screening program. Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) provide license status, license type (CDL, non-commercial, etc) accident and collision history, moving violations, medical restrictions, and any actions taken by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Corra Group provides your firm with a complete series of background checks and services, including motor vehicle records, criminal records, education verifications, as well as industry updates to keep you informed.

Arizona raising fees on Motor Vehicle Records

Safeguard Screening — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 22:17:16 +0000

It’s happening again. The recession is taking another bite out of the trucking and transportation industry, in the form of raised state fees for motor vehicle records (MVRs) used by transportation firms to comply with federal regulations, obtain insurance, as well as monitoring their fleet and workforce. The State of Arizona is the next in line to raise DMV fees for accessing driver records. Effective May 1st, 2010 the fee for non-certified records increases from $4.25 to $6.00 and for the Certified Record the fee increases from $6.25 to $8.00.

Stay on top of your costs with Corra Group’s Background Check suite of services, includes motor vehicle records. Corra also offers recurring screening and random sampling tools, to assist with your annual compliance requirements. Contact them today at corragroup.com or call (310) 822-7788.

Connecticut Driving Records MVRs now available instantly

Safeguard Screening — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:09:22 +0000

Connecticut driver abstracts or MVRS (motor vehicle records) are now available instantly directly from the State of Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles for employment screening and insurance purposes. Records include 3 Years of Moving Violations, 10 years for driving under the influence, evading responsibility and driving under suspicion. Driver’s license suspensions are always reported and are not removed until the license is reinstated.

Motor Vehicle Record searches are a valuable component of your complete employee background check, including criminal record searches, drug testing, credit reports, and more. Corra Group allows you to screen your entire fleet, and continue to run random motor vehicle records and drug testing during each year. Connecticut drivers are ideally situated for most freight and transportation hauls from the East Coast. Run your motor vehicle record abstracts today.