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FAA Drug Testing Requirements for Drone Delivery Operations: What Employers Need to Know About Part 120 Compliance
Commercial drone delivery is quickly moving from experimental pilot programs into real-world logistics. Healthcare providers, retailers, food delivery companies, e-commerce platforms, and technology firms are increasingly exploring unmanned aircraft systems, or UAS,...
Post-Mortem DNA Profiles: Preserve DNA Before Burial or Cremation
When a loved one passes away, families are often faced with difficult decisions in a short period of time. Funeral arrangements must be made, legal affairs settled, and final wishes honored—all while navigating grief and loss. One decision that is rarely discussed,...
Ritalin Abuse, Side Effects & Workplace Drug Testing
It often starts with a simple decision—one pill to stay focused, meet a deadline, or push through a long night. Prescription medications can be powerful tools when used correctly. However, when misused, they can quickly become dangerous. Ritalin, a commonly prescribed...
What Employers Need to Know About “7‑OH” Kratom: The Rise of “Gas Station Heroin”
Every few years, a new substance slips into the mainstream before most employers have had time to understand what it is, how it is being sold, or what kind of risk it may create on the job. Right now, that substance is 7-hydroxymitragynine (7‑OH)—a potent...
Marijuana Rescheduling and DOT Drug Testing: What DOT‑Regulated Employers and Drivers Must Know in 2026
The federal government’s move to reschedule certain marijuana products has triggered widespread confusion across transportation, logistics, and other safety‑sensitive industries. Headlines often suggest that marijuana use is now legal or that DOT drug testing...
April 29: National Fentanyl Awareness Day: Staying Informed Can Save a Life
Illicit fentanyl continues to drive one of the most devastating public health crises in the United States. What makes it especially dangerous is that people—particularly teens and young adults—may be exposed to fentanyl without knowing it. National Fentanyl...
Getting Answers: A Comprehensive Guide to Postmortem DNA Testing
Losing a loved one is an incredibly difficult experience. Amid the grief, you may also face unexpected legal or personal questions that can only be answered with a DNA test. While the idea of collecting a DNA sample from a deceased individual might seem complicated,...
5 Non-Negotiable Halloween Safety Protocols for Your Family
Hey, neighbors! Halloween is finally here, and I'm as excited for the spooky fun as everyone else. But I have to admit, my "safety brain" never really turns off. Here at DATCS, our primary focus in our jobs is following strict procedures to ensure workplaces are safe...
The History of Red Ribbon Week: The Story of Kiki Camarena and a Drug-Free Mission
Every October, a sea of red ribbons appears in schools, on lapels, and tied to mailboxes across the country. We see the posters in school hallways and hear the slogans encouraging kids to live drug-free. But behind this familiar annual observance is a story of...
Back to School: Your Essential Guide to School Bus Safety
The school bells are ringing again, and with a new school year comes new excitement. But it also means our roads will be busier with students heading to and from school. Whether you're a parent, a daily commuter, or just driving through a neighborhood, it's a great...