The Occupational Health Blog

• NMS
• Sep 14, 2022
• Tags: DOT, urine drug testing

Drug testing can be an important component of workplace safety. For those in safety-sensitive positions especially, it is important to ensure that the appropriate drug testing is being performed.

• NMS
• Aug 30, 2022
• Tags: DOT, employee health

Truck drivers have a dangerous job to do. Not only do they have to worry about driving conditions, inclement weather, and motor vehicle accidents, but they also must worry about their health.

• NMS
• Mar 22, 2022
• Tags: DOT, oral drug test, drug testing

In a proposed rule from the Department of Transportation, the use of oral fluid testing could be integrated into your testing programs. The DOT has requested comments before March 30, 2022.

• NMS
• Mar 04, 2022
• Tags: DOT, employee safety, employee health

Drivers with untreated sleep apnea have a higher risk of daytime drowsiness and slowed response time while driving. NMS Health has compiled a comprehensive list of what drivers need to know about sleep apnea.

• NMS
• Dec 21, 2021
• Tags: DOT, CDL, occupational health

Anyone applying for or holding a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is required to undergo periodic DOT physical examinations. What might cause an individual to be fail the physical exam? Here are some common issues.