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Meet DATCS: Beth Haley
Beth Haley has been with DATCS for 9-1/2 years. She continually shows her dedication to DATCS every day. Her knowledge of the company shows how exceptional she is when helping customers and coworkers. Beth is originally from Milwaukee, WI where she earned her...
Drug and Alcohol Testing Requirements for Tow Truck Drivers in Texas: Ensuring Public Safety
Tow truck drivers play a vital role in ensuring public safety on Texas roads. To maintain a safe and drug-free work environment, the state of Texas has implemented strict drug and alcohol testing requirements for tow truck drivers. In this blog post, we will explore...
Don’t Risk It: Why Your Business Needs to Register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse Now – DATCS
Hello, transportation industry leaders! Today, we're addressing an urgent matter that could significantly impact your business: registration with the FMCSA Clearinghouse. If you're part of the transportation industry, you're undoubtedly aware of the Department of...
Meet DATCS: Brandi Jordon
If you are part of a DOT company or any organization which is required to stay in compliance your have likely already met Brandi Jordon our compliance specialist and the beating heart of our customer service department. Brandi has been with DATCS for just over 15...
Innovative Smuggling: The Rising Issue of K2 Paper in Prisons
The term "K2 paper" refers to paper that has been infused with the synthetic drug known as K2, and its usage has been on the rise within prisons throughout the United States. Inmates have devised inventive methods to smuggle this drug into correctional facilities,...
Safeguarding Your Workplace: The Advantages of Oral Fluid Testing for current THC Impairment Detection.
Oral fluid testing has a window of detection that starts within minutes after usage and lasts for the entire 3-to-10-hour marijuana window of impairment. This short detection period allows employers to determine current impairment at work and not what drug the...
Understanding and Addressing Children’s Drug Use: A Parent’s Guide
As parents, one of our greatest concerns is ensuring the well-being of our children. Unfortunately, in today's complex world, we cannot ignore the reality of drug use among young people. It is essential to educate ourselves about the reasons behind children's drug...
Fentanyl: the greatest threat in the opioid crisis?
Update: 8/21/2024 NATIONAL FENTANYL PREVENTION AND AWARENESS DAY AUGUST 21 check out the video below from the DEA and download a Fentanyl information packet HERE. What is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid drug with significant medical...
Shreveport Grand Opening
Our DATCS-Shreveport office had its grand opening last Tuesday (03/15/2022). We were very excited to welcome and interact with all our attendees. We had a wonderful time socializing with each person and appreciate everyone taking...
DOT CBD Notice
DOT has released important information for employers and safety-sensitive employees. Please see below excerpt from the notice. DOT OFFICE OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY AND COMPLIANCE NOTICE, DOT CBD NOTICE https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDOT/bulletins/27bd19f...