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February Webinar: Enhancing Workplace Safety - Unveiling Impairment Detection Technology for Sustainable Revenue
2025-02-13 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Predictive Safety and Redi2Work will discuss the value of emerging Impairment Detection Technology (IDT) as another tool for enhancing workplace safety that also offers Third Party Administrators an additional revenue stream.
Through the introduction of their new IDT, Brian Drew, of Redi2Work, and Jeff Sease, of Predictive Safety, will outline the business value of this complementary service offering that measurably enhances workplace safety with minimal initial set-up or follow-up effort required by the TPA as well as the significant ROI for companies and employers that utilize this emerging technology.

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March Webinar: Employers’ Rights to Drug & Alcohol Testing in the Workplace
2025-03-20 13:00 - 14:00
This one-hour, interactive webinar provides employers with essential insights into their rights and responsibilities regarding drug and alcohol testing in the workplace. As legislation evolves, businesses must stay informed to ensure compliance, maintain workplace safety, and protect their ability to enforce testing policies.
The session will begin with an overview of federal and state laws governing workplace drug and alcohol testing, including employer rights, common testing policies, and legal precedents. Participants will learn immediate steps to audit and strengthen their workplace testing programs, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Additionally, the webinar will explore emerging legal challenges that may limit employer testing rights, such as marijuana legalization and new privacy laws. Employers will gain valuable insights into how these changes affect their policies and the risks of non-compliance.
A key component of the session will focus on proactive advocacy efforts. Attendees will learn how to engage with the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) to stay informed, influence policy, and protect their rights as employers.
By the end of this session, employers will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to confidently enforce drug and alcohol testing policies while navigating the evolving legal landscape.
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NDASA Presents: TAT Combating Human Trafficking
2025-04-25 13:00 - 14:00
DATE: Friday, April 25
TIME: 1 p.m. (EST)
PRESENTER: Hillary Benanzer, Research and Project Development Specialist, TAT
Join Hillary Benanzer of Truckers Against Trafficking for this discussion about the intersection of human trafficking and drug testing and what we, in the industry, can do to combat it.
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Quarterly Mentorship Webinar: DER Best Practices
2025-05-13 13:00 - 14:00
Join NDASA’s Mentorship Committee for this FREE webinar focused on Designated Employer Representative issues.
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May Webinar: Leading with Integrity - Ethical Leadership Skills for Program Owners and Counselors
2025-05-15 13:00 - 14:00
DATE: Thursday, May 15
TIME: 1 p.m. (EST)
PRESENTER: Dr. Ken Martz
This session delves into the essential ethical leadership skills required in addiction treatment and counseling, emphasizing the importance of integrity, moral excellence, and professional growth. By fostering a culture of trust and ethical responsibility, leaders can enhance the quality of care and drive positive outcomes in their programs.
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June Webinar: Three P’s of Workforce Screening – Physicians, Platforms, and Partnerships
2025-06-26 13:00 - 14:00
DATE: Thursday, June 26
TIME: 1 p.m. (EST)
PRESENTER: Angela Moore, Cynergy Wellness
Join Angela Moore, CEO of Cynergy Wellness, for a discussion about the 3 P’s of our industry – unique considerations that go into designing and implementing a successful workforce screening solution at scale. We will share important criteria for consideration when selecting PHYSICIANS to provide MRO and medical oversight; innovative PLATFORMS, and the features that can expand your reach into new employer-focused testing opportunities; and the value of trusted PARTNERSHIPS that can help you leverage your existing strategic relationships while expanding your portfolio of offerings.
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July Webinar: Background Screening 101
2025-07-17 13:00 - 14:00
DATE: July 17, 2025
TIME: 1 p.m. (EST)
PRESENTERS: Melissa Foiles, Founder ILYM Consulting, & Chas Scott, President Edify Background Screening
For businesses operating in drug testing and occupational health services, entering the background screening industry presents a natural extension. Both services align closely around compliance, risk mitigation, and workplace safety.
However, entering this field requires more than simply adding a new product line. It involves learning a new regulatory framework, restructuring operations, and helping clients understand their responsibilities.
Join industry veterans Melissa Foiles and Chas Scott for this discussion about the opportunities that adding background screening services can bring to your business while ensuring business compliance.
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Webinar: Discover How Digitized Rapid Drug Testing Can Transform Your Employment Screening Program
2025-07-31 13:00 - 14:00
DATE: Thurs., July 31
TIME: 1 p.m. (EST)
PRESENTER: Shannon Bower, Director of Client Success, Abbott Workplace Solutions
COST: FREE
Rapid point-of-care (POC) urine drug testing continues to be a great option for many U.S. workplace employment screening programs. Negative results are typically available within minutes, allowing for same-day hiring and workforce management decisions. Testing can be administered by trained personnel without the need for a full laboratory setup. Additionally, many options now enable instrument-read results interpretation for a more optimized, digitized testing workflow that can drive both efficiency and cost savings.
In this educational webinar, Shannon Bower, Director of Client Success from Abbott’s Workplace Solutions business, will discuss how adopting a rapid POC urine drug testing solution can transform your employment screening program, outlining several key benefits and options, including:
• Quicker turnaround time for negative results compared to lab-based testing
• Impact to time and cost to hire a job candidate
• “Green” savings including reduced shipping costs vs. sending to a lab to perform prescreening
Learn this and SO MUCH more when you register today!
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Webinar: It's Not The Future – It's Today! Introducing Virtual Drug Testing with Accredited Drug Testing and Novir
2025-08-04 13:00 - 14:00
DATE: Mon., Aug. 4
TIME: 1 p.m. (EST)
PRESENTERS: James A. Greer, Accredited Drug Testing, and Andreas Klotz, Novir
COST: FREE
Accredited Drug Testing, in partnership with Novir, invites you to an exclusive live webinar exploring how InstaCLEAR™- the 100% digital, virtually proctored drug testing solution- is redefining compliance, reducing costs, saving time, and simplifying the entire drug testing process.
Whether you’re an employer, TPA, collector, HR professional, or drug testing provider, this session will help you understand how Virtual Drug Testing can transform your testing programs-without sacrificing security or convenience.
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NDASA Mentorship Webinar: How to Prep for an Audit
2025-08-12 13:00 - 14:00
This FREE webinar will help drug and alcohol testing professionals understand how to prepare for a federal audit. Don’t miss this session for an overview of the audit process and how proper preparation can create a smooth and productive experience!
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DQ File Management: Everything You Need to Help Your Clients Stay Compliant!
2025-08-21 13:00 - 14:00
Join US Gateway for a FREE educational webinar to discuss the importance of Driver Qualification (DQ) file management and how our fully electronic DQ file module can help ease your management processes—for both you and your employer customers!
In this webinar, we will be covering everything your customers need to know about Driver Qualification (DQ) file management and how you can best assist with this management process as their TPA, such as:
• What are Driver Qualification (DQ) files?
• Why is DQ file management important?
• Who is required to maintain DQ files? Are these a DOT requirement?
• Best practices for maintaining compliance (and how we help make this process seamless with our fully electronic DQ file & equipment management modules!)
• Generate revenue effortlessly! Leverage our DQ file platform tools to deliver a fully automated, seamless management experience for your clients—no manual work required!
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September Webinar: Beyond the Drug Test - What Employers Need to Know About Criminal Background Checks
2025-09-18 13:00 - 14:00
DATE: September 18
TIME: 1 p.m. (EST)
PRESENTER: Michael Barnes, Unique Background Solutions
COST: FREE
Criminal background checks are more than just a checkbox in the hiring process—they’re a critical tool for protecting your workplace, ensuring compliance, and building trust. In this FREE webinar, we will walk you through how criminal records are sourced, why accuracy and compliance matter under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and how to implement a screening strategy that fits your organization’s risk and regulatory profile.
Whether you’re managing a multi-state workforce or just getting started with background checks, this webinar offers practical guidance for making confident, informed decisions.
Key Takeaways:

Where criminal records come from (federal, state, and county sources)
What FCRA compliance looks like in real-world hiring scenarios
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
How to strengthen your screening process without slowing down hiring

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Membership Webinar: How can we help you?
2025-10-14 14:00 - 15:00
Whether you are new to the industry, a recently signed-up NDASA member or a long-time participant in this association, there are many membership benefits that you should be taking advantage of but may not know about.
Join the NDASA Membership Committee for this FREE session that will help you make the most out of being an NDASA member.
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October Webinar: Expanding Opportunities through Reasonable Suspicion Training
2025-10-16 13:00 - 14:00
DATE: Thursday, October 16
TIME: 1 p.m. (EST)
PRESENTER: Erin Baird, SureHire Occupational Testing
In today’s evolving workplace, ensuring employee safety is paramount, particularly as attitudes and laws surrounding substances like cannabis change. This presentation will explore how reasonable suspicion training equips organizations to proactively identify and address potential substance impairment on the job site.
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Mentorship Webinar: A Mentorship Success Story
2025-11-11 13:00 - 14:00
DATE: Tue, Nov 11, 2025
TIME: 1 p.m. (EST)

The NDASA Mentorship Committee is proud to present a discussion with author Charlie Bebus, president of OnSITE Drug Testing and Consulting, on the role mentorship has played in his industry experience.

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The Executive Order to Reschedule Marijuana Has Been Signed. WHAT NOW?
2025-12-22 13:00 - 14:00
Join NDASA for Part II of the National Conversation on Marijuana Rescheduling
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The Executive Order for rescheduling marijuana has been signed, and the details surrounding the impact to workplace drug testing are confusing at best.
Join NDASA for a special event where we will hear from industry experts on how to respond to client questions while the details trickle in.
Have your questions prepared!
Host: Jo McGuire, Executive Director, NDASA
Panel Guests:

Dr. Todd Simo, president of AAMRO
Patrice Kelly, longest serving director of the Office of Drug & Alcohol Policy & Compliance under DOT, Patrice Kelly Consulting
Laura Dashner, Go2ASAP
Bill Judge, senior research attorney for Drug Screening Compliance Institute
Ruth Bowdish, On Demand Occupational Medicine

This event is free and open to the public.
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