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Tennessee Trucking Association Fall Safety Conference 2023
2023-10-25 08:00 - 2023-10-27 17:00 (America/Chicago)
WorkforceQA is a proud sponsor of the Tennessee Trucking Association Fall Conference from October 25th to 27th, 2023. At the conference, Grady Phillips, our Senior Director of Strategic Accounts, will represent WFQA and share his knowledge of employee screening solutions for the trucking industry. This is an excellent opportunity to network with peers, learn from industry leaders, and attend informative sessions to improve your knowledge and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and regulations in the industry. We look forward to fostering connections, exchanging ideas, and enhancing our industry knowledge with other professionals in the trucking industry.

2023 ATA's Safety Management Council (SMC) Policy Conference
2023-10-02 - 2023-10-04
Marsha VandeHei, the Vice President of Business Development, will be representing WorkforceQA at the ATA Safety Management Council (SMC) Policy Conference in Washington, DC from October 2-4, 2023. The conference brings together safety experts from the trucking industry to discuss important issues and participate in committee meetings. During the conference, SMC Council members will have the opportunity to discuss the most critical issues affecting the trucking industry and influence its future. This conference provides a great opportunity to influence the future of trucking, share concerns, and stay up-to-date on industry regulations. WFQA’s engagement and voice at the conference can help shape the future of trucking and make the industry safer.

MTA SAFETY COUNCIL MEETING - "MN RECREATIONAL CANNABIS LAW, CARRIER RESPONSIBILITIES AND HOW IT PERTAINS TO YOU"
2023-09-26 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Minnesota has officially become the 23rd state in the US to legalize recreational cannabis with the passage of a new law. If you’re curious about how this development will impact you, don’t miss the MTA Safety Council meeting on Tuesday, September 26th, at 3:00 pm. WorkforceQA Drug and Alcohol Testing expert Grady Phillips will provide the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on the new law, including carrier responsibilities and how it pertains to you. This is also a great opportunity to share and adopt best practices as we navigate this new frontier together. Come prepared with any questions or insights you have as we move confidently into this new chapter of the industry.

The Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) 2023 Annual Conference
2023-09-10 - 2023-09-12
The Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) 2023 Annual Conference
Celebrating 20 Years of PBSA
The PBSA exists to advance excellence in the screening profession!
WorkforceQA’s Marc Bourne, VSM, Vice President of Background Services, will be presenting at the PBSA 2023 Annual Conference

“From Paper to Digital Systems: 20 Years of Background Screening Innovation”
September 12, 2023 / 2:00 – 2:45 PM

In this session, participants will learn about the evolution of background screening from paper-based checks to digital systems. They will also discuss recent innovations and future trends, gaining valuable insights into the impacts and opportunities of technology. This knowledge will empower attendees to navigate challenges, leverage advancements, and enhance their performance in the ever-evolving background screening industry.
REGISTRATION: From Paper To Digital Systems: 20 Years Of Background Screening Innovation
Marc Bourne, Vice President of Background Services and a 25-year veteran of the background screening industry, is a nationally recognized Private Investigator. He started as a public records researcher, delving into docket books on behalf of major CRAs. With vast knowledge and a passion for positive change, Marc elevates background screening with strategic insights and a track record of achievements.

For more information on WFQA’s Background Screening Services

NPTC NATIONAL SAFETY CONFERENCE
2023-09-06 - 2023-09-08
National Private Truck Council (NPTC) National Safety Conference
“Safety in the Round”
Join WorkforceQA at the National Private Truck Council (NPTC) National Safety Conference and meet Marsha VandeHei, VP of Business Development, and Grady Phillips, Sr. Director of Strategic Accounts, at Booth #218. Gain valuable insights into private fleet safety issues and learn about WFQA’s employee screening compliance solutions.

Minnesota Trucking Association 91st Annual Conference
2023-08-08 08:00 - 2023-08-10 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Minnesota Trucking Association 91st Annual Conference
“Confidence in Chaos”
Marsha VandeHei, VP of Business Development, and Grady Phillips, Sr. Director of Strategic Accounts, will be exhibiting at the MTA Annual Conference stop by Booth #27 to learn about WFQA’s employee screening compliance solutions. This meeting is the premier event for MTA members and their associations.

Truckload Carriers Association's 2023 Refrigerated Meeting
2023-07-19 08:00 - 2023-07-21 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Truckload Carriers Association’s 2023 Refrigerated Meeting
Marsha VandeHei, VP of Business Development, and Grady Phillips, Sr. Director of Strategic Accounts, are proud to join truckload carrier safety professionals at the 2023 TCA Refrigerated Meeting in Park City, UT, to share WFQA’s employee screening compliance solutions. This meeting is the premier event for truckload professionals operating temperature-controlled equipment.#truckloadstrong #reefer #TCAReefer23

Truckload Carriers Association (TCA)Safety & Security Meeting
2023-06-11 08:00 - 2023-06-12 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Truckload Carriers Association (TCA)

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June 11 -13 San Antonio, TX

Bringing truckload safety professionals together to discuss problems, share ideas, and seek solutions.
Marsha VandeHei and Grady Phillips will be exhibiting at the TCA’s annual Safety & Security Meeting, which brings truckload carrier safety professionals together to discuss problems, share ideas, and seek solutions to make their businesses and our roads safer.
​This event offers highly popular “Safety in the Round” sessions where attendees can draw from the knowledge of the group to solve common safety management and human-resource problems. Stop by Booth #413 to learn about WFQA’s latest products and services

Georgia Moto Trucking Education Series - Meeting & Lunch: "How Recent Cannabis Changes Affect Safe Workplaces"
2023-06-01 12:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
Recent Cannabis changes are impacting our workplaces. Grady Phillips, Senior Director @WorkforceQA, has over 20 years in the drug and alcohol testing industry, is a Certified MRO Assistant, and works daily in the challenges of complex drug testing issues. Grady will join the Georgia Motor Trucking Association members to present information on common cannabinoids, the recent Cannabis legalizations and their impact on workplace safety, the primary testing methods, abilities, limitations, and best practices for maintaining a safe workplace.

WEBINAR: DOT FINAL RULE ON ORAL FLUID DRUG TESTING
2023-05-10 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York)
The USDOT has amended its drug & alcohol testing regulations to add oral fluid as an authorized testing method for the presence of prohibited drugs. The Final Rule was published in the Federal Register on 05/02/2023 – Final Rule (Effective 06/01/2023). This is a critical step in the process of making oral fluid testing an option for DOT-mandated drug and alcohol testing programs in addition to urine specimen testing.
In addition, this rule amends the FAA, FMCSA, FRA, and FTA regulations to ensure consistency within the Department of Transportation by removing or adjusting references to the word “urine” and adding oral fluid, as well as other miscellaneous technical changes or corrections. During this webinar Dr. Smith will break down all of the changes and help guide you on implementing this into your current program.
Employers cannot begin oral fluid testing until the Department of Health and Human Services has certified at least two laboratories for oral fluid testing; currently, there are no laboratories that have been certified to perform this test. So, although the Final Rule makes the necessary regulatory revisions to allow for oral fluid testing, such tests are not yet authorized.
Join WorkforceQA’s Dr. Donna Smith, Regulatory Compliance Advisor, for a webinar to learn more about what these changes mean for your program.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 / 3:30-4:30 EST
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PRESENTED BY:

Dr. Donna Smith, WFQA’s Regulatory Compliance Director, has over 30 years of experience and expertise in regulatory compliance. She is a nationally recognized expert in the areas of Federal drug testing regulations, drug and alcohol testing procedures, drug and alcohol abuse awareness training for employees and managers, medical review officer (MRO) procedures, drug-free workplace policy and procedures, and substance abuse prevention and rehabilitation.

Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) Annual Convention
2023-03-04
WFQA’s Marsha Vande Hei, Vice President of Business Development, and Grady Phillips, Senior Director of Strategic Accounts, will join 1300+ attendees for this year’s event focused on truckload professionals looking to make new connections and educate themselves on the latest trends in the industry.

WEBINAR: DOT Drug & Alcohol Violations - 2023 Clearinghouse Update, Presented by Dr. Donna Smith
2023-02-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
DOT Drug & Alcohol Violations – 2023 Clearinghouse Update

Description

The DOT Clearinghouse has been in effect for three years. The regulations can be confusing – Join WFQA for a webinar to address those trending questions and issues we’ve seen and how you can be prepared for the 2023 Clearinghouse.

Feb 22, 2023 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

What we’ll cover:
• Clearinghouse overview: what it is, why it matters.
• What’s reportable for different DOT entities
• Who reports violations?
• What about DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing info other than FMCSA violations?
• Can I get non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing information?
• How soon do violations need to be reported?
o Different windows of reportability – Timeframe for each violation
• Employment Verifications confusion – still required (no D&A)
• Violation data that are collected
• How long do violations stay in the system?
• Challenges with the Return to Duty process—for everyone
• Significant changes going into effect in 2023
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PRESENTED BY: DR. DONNA SMITH, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ADVISOR

Time

Feb 22, 2023 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

WEBINAR: HHS Proposed Revisions to Drug Testing Programs
2022-09-13 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published proposed changes to the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs using Oral Fluid (OFMG) and Urine (UrMG). These Guidelines apply to 1.5 million federal employees in safety-sensitive or security-critical positions.
Tuesday / September 13th / 3:00 PM EST
Join WFQA’s Dr. Donna Smith, Regulatory Compliance Director, as she discusses the following changes that are being proposed to the OFMG to catch up with current drug testing practice and technical advances:

Establish a Process to Publish the HHS Authorized Drug Testing Panel
Revise the Definition of a Substituted Specimen
Authorized Biomarker Testing Panel
Oral fluid collection procedures
Medical Review Officer (MRO) Verification Process for Positive Codeine and Morphine Specimens

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PRESENTED BY:

Dr. Donna Smith, WFQA’s Regulatory Compliance Director, has over 30 years of experience and expertise in regulatory compliance. She is a nationally recognized expert in the areas of Federal drug testing regulations, drug and alcohol testing procedures, drug and alcohol abuse awareness training for employees and managers, medical review officer (MRO) procedures, drug-free workplace policy and procedures, and substance abuse prevention and rehabilitation.

Federal Register Proposed Rule by the Health and Human Services Department

Understanding The Drug Testing Process - Part 2
2022-02-22 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)

Drug & Alcohol Compliance Workshop
2022-02-03 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago)

Understanding The Drug Testing Process - Part 1
2022-01-27 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)

Webinar: Changes to New York Department of Labor Guidance on Adult Use of Cannabis in the Workplace
2021-11-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
The New York Department of Labor issued guidance for employers related to adult-use cannabis authorized by the NY Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) which was effective March 31, 2021. The MRTA amended NY Labor Law Section 201-D to clarify that cannabis used in accordance with NY law is a legal consumable product.
Don’t miss this webinar on November 9th at 1 PM CST.
What to expect?
On this webinar, hosted by Dr. Donna Smith, we will be discussing the changes on the NY Department of Labor Law 201-D. Discussion points include:

Impacts and changes on drug-free workplace policies
Scenarios and cases on when to test employees

About the Host
Dr. Donna Smith is WFQA’s Regulatory Compliance Advisor and has over three decades of experience in the drug testing industry.

American Trucking Association Safety, Security and Human Resources Conference
2017-11-14 - 2017-11-16

OSHA Post-Accident Testing Webinar
2016-11-17 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
WorkforceQA and Visify are proud to host the following complimentary webinar on Thursday, November 17th at 1 PM CT / 11AM PT:
OSHA Post-Accident Testing Guidance
This webinar is designed to help employers understand how the new OSHA guidelines will impact post-accident drug and alcohol testing programs. The webinar will cover:

Regulatory update on revised OSHA regulations
Factors to consider when evaluating whether post-accident testing should be conducted
Post-accident testing policy guidance
Review of hypothetical scenarios provided by OSHA

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Presenter: Dr. Donna Smith
As one of the principal authors and architects of the regulations for the U.S. military, federal employees, and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing programs, Dr. Smith has over 30 years experience and expertise in regulatory compliance. She is a nationally recognized expert in the areas of Federal drug testing regulations, drug and alcohol testing procedures, drug and alcohol abuse awareness training for employees and managers, medical review officer (MRO) procedures, drug free workplace policy and procedures, and substance abuse prevention and rehabilitation. Dr. Smith previously served on the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Federal Drug Testing Advisory Board (DTAB) and is Past President of the Substance Abuse Program Administrators’ Association (SAPAA), a national drug and alcohol industry association.
For additional information on this topic, check out the WorkforceQA blog post:
OSHA Up-Dated Post-Accident Testing Rule
