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Webinar: Looking Forward to 2023 Trends in Drug Testing
2023-01-19 13:00 (America/New_York)
Presented by: Yvette Farnsworth Baker, of Current Consulting Group.

Yvette is a licensed attorney and member of the Florida Bar. As an expert in drug and alcohol testing case law, Yvette regularly consults on issues involving state law and federal regulations in addition to authoring articles for industry publications. She helps produce content for Current Compliance, the most comprehensive and up-to-date online database of state drug testing laws, including marijuana and workers’ compensation laws

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Exciting Trends in Alcohol Detection with SobrSafe
2022-12-15 14:00 - 15:00
This session introduces SOBRcheck™, a patent-pending, touch-based identity verification and alcohol detection system that does not require a breath, blood or alcohol sample. This recently developed product seeks to make workplaces safer by allowing for less-invasive and more frequent employee screening at a cost that is not prohibitive for employers.
Presented by: Michael Watson, Chief Revenue Officer, EVP, SOBRsafe
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How to Provide EAP Service Benefits & Help Employees Move Forward
2022-11-17 14:00 - 15:00
A safer and healthier workforce benefits everyone. In this session, Ruth Bowdish talks about the effectiveness of strong Employee Assistance Programs in supporting the health and wellness of workers, while also increasing productivity and protecting the safety of the workplace as well as the employer’s bottom line. Find out how to access EAP services and how to introduce this benefit to both employers and employees.
Presented by Ruth Bowdish, Managing Director, On Demand Occupational Medicine
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Adventures in Drug Testing: From Collection to Results
2022-10-20 14:00 - 15:00
In this webinar attendees will be taken on the journey of what happens to a person’s drug test after it is collected. Attendees will gain insight into the entire process a sample goes through before the final result is reported.
Presented by Mark Magsam, CEO, remedyNOW Consulting, LLC.
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NDASA Sponsored Regional Training Event – South Dakota
2022-09-23 10:30 - 18:00 | Best Wester Ramkota Hotel, 2111 N Lacrosse St, Rapid City, SD, 57701, United States
Join top subject matter experts in the drug and alcohol screening industry for a day of training.
Cost: $298 for the entire day. Learn more and register here.
We will be offering live and in-person sessions:
Navigating the FMCSA Clearinghouse
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Cost: FREE (But space is limited and you must register)
Presenter: Gian Marshall, FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Program Manager
With the many changes to the Clearinghouse it’s sometimes hard to know what you need to know. Are you current? Get UPDATED. Can’t figure out what to do? Should you contract with a TPA? Learn what’s new, what’s working and what the challenges are as we explore the Clearinghouse together. If you are regulated by FMCSA Part 382, this session is a must!
Reasonable Suspicion Training for Supervisors
10:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $149
Presenter: Jan Kornmann, KorManagement Services, NDASA SD State Affiliate
According to U.S. Department of Transportation supervisors must be specifically qualified to make the determination to send a safety-sensitive employee for Reasonable Suspicion Drug or Alcohol Testing: “Each employer shall ensure that all persons designated to supervise drivers receive at least 60 minutes of training on alcohol misuse and receive at least an additional 60 minutes of training on controlled substances use.” This session will cover the physical, behavioral, speech, and performance indicators of probable alcohol misuse and use of controlled substances. Recurrent training for supervisory personnel is not required. (Certificate of attendance provided.)
12:30 – Lunch
Workplace Drug Impairment Recognition
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $149
Presenter: Chuck Marting, Colorado Mobile Drug Testing/Impairment Detection Academy, NDASA Colorado State Affiliate
Learn how to recognize if your employee is impaired and cannot function in their job in a safe manner. Sometimes it is hard to tell. This course will provide you with the indicators you need. The session enhances also helps with making the reasonable suspicion determination. (Certificate of attendance provided)
3:30 p.m. – Q & A session
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Webinar: When is virtual telehealth a better choice for drug and health testing?
2022-09-22 14:00 - 15:00
Whether it’s for remote hiring, job fairs, expanded hours for access to testing, Covid and other wellness, or invoked in areas where companies are paying high out-of-network rates for testing in a traditional healthcare setting, the use of telehealth for workplace screening is an effective alternative to the typical in-clinic experience.
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NDASA Annual Conference & Trade Show
2022-05-04 - 2022-05-06
Join the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association for three days of exceptional learning and sharing opportunities for the drug and alcohol testing industry.

Our annual conference is filled with spectacular keynote speakers, relevant break-out workshops, excellent training classes, and meaningful networking opportunities that are designed to both cultivate and share the participants’ knowledge and expertise in the fields of drug and alcohol testing, workplace safety, and public safety.
Attend in person, virtually or both!

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Webinar: Drug Recognition for the Workplace
2022-03-17 13:00 - 14:00
Do you want to know how to tell if an employee is high on drugs at work? Recognizing the key indicators of drug impairment are critical in maintaining a drug free workplace. This training does not replace drug testing, rather it compliments it. Drug testing will tell you if the employee has used drugs in the past. Drug impairment training will help you determine if the employee is high on drugs right now. Drug impairment training will help you make the Reasonable Suspicion testing determination, and reduce liability and bias in the process.
Presenter: Keith Graves
California’s Narcotics Officer of the Year and Drug Recognition Expert Instructor
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Webinar: Fireside Chat with an MRO
2022-02-17 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for a chat with Dr. Todd Simo, MRO for HireRight as we discuss: the function and responsibilities of an MRO, lab positive results, invalid results, substituted and adulterated test results, shy bladder, collection site issues as well as: Strengths and weaknesses of the MRO process and MRO best practices.
Presenter: Dr. Todd Simo, Managing Director Transportation HireRight
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How Family Addiction Impacts Employees
2021-11-18 13:00 - 14:00
Join us as Jo McGuire discusses how addiction in the home negatively impacts daily work-life, what statistics show us about how workplaces can and should respond in order to retain good employees, support them with positive re-enforcement and become part of the solution to substance use disorder in the community.
Presenter: Jo McGuire, NDASA Executive Director
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Webinar - DER Difficulties: How to Navigate Challenges and Remain in Compliance
2021-10-21 13:00 - 14:00
Presented by a panel of expert DERs and moderated by NDASA Vice Chair, Linda Richardson, this webinar will tackle the issues that Designated Employer Representatives regularly face as they implement their company drug policy. The panel will offer experience-based strategies for dealing with difficult employees and situations while ensuring company compliance. Bring your questions!
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Webinar – The Latest on the FMCSA Clearinghouse: Stay Up To Date!
2021-09-23 13:00 - 14:00
Are you aware of the recent changes that affect the FMCSA Clearinghouse participants? Get the latest, accurate information from the Clearinghouse Administrators so that you and your constituents remain in compliance. Have your questions answered in the Q&A portion. This is a DO NOT MISS FREE event for anyone operating in the Clearinghouse portal.
Presented by: Barbara Baker & Gian Marshall, FMCSA
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Drug Testing in the New Work-from-Home World
2021-09-16 13:00 - 14:00
As the pandemic slowly comes to an end and nationwide lockdowns are lifted, a large percentage of employers have decided to maintain remote workers. Yet, drug abuse is on the rise, and remote workers high on drugs are still the responsibility of their employers. This presentation will address the shift from in-person to virtual work and identify how providers and employers can work together to maintain a productive and safe work environment, even from the comforts of employees’ homes.
Presenter: Bill Current of Current Consulting Group & Current Compliance
Cost: $49.95
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Trending Drugs of Abuse: Know What's on the Street
2021-08-12 13:00 - 14:00
As a retired Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Trainer for law enforcement in Colorado, Chuck Marting stays current with trending drugs of abuse for his mobile drug testing business so he can train and update his clients, colleagues and fellow industry experts on what to be aware of when it comes to testing for cause. As the Chairman of the Employer’s Testing Rights committee for NDASA, Chuck also keeps abreast of trends and changes in state laws so he understands where efforts should be focused to keep drug-free workplace rights intact.
Presenter: Chuck Marting, Colorado Mobile Drug Testing
Cost: $49.95
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My Driver Has a Substance Abuse Problem ... Now What?
2021-07-15 13:00
Does your employee have a substance abuse problem? Do they need to see a SAP? What is a SAP? Should I bring this employee back to work? Those are just some questions we will be answering during this webinar. We will break down the SAP Process and the steps an employee must go through to Return to Safety Sensitive Duty. Lastly we cover the success rate of the SAP Process and some additional workplace statistics.

Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will learn the RTD SAP process from the SAP standpoint.
2. Participants will learn why a large number of companies are offering a second chance policy.
3. Participants will learn about statics on how successful the RTD DOT process can be.

Presenter: Nicole Hanratty
COO, American Substance Abuse Professionals (ASAP)

Cost: $49.95**

**NDASA members should not register until they receive their member pricing discount code by email approximately three weeks before the webinar.**

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The Use of Oral Fluid Collections and Testing: An Approach for End-Users and TPAs
2021-06-17 13:00 - 14:00
COVID has forced us to redefine the traditional workplace and it’s more important than ever to keep your drug and alcohol testing program active and strong. In this session, we will cover how you can incorporate oral fluid testing into your screening program and how TPAs can use it. We will also cover SAMHSA updates and testing practices during COVID.

Learning Objectives:
1. Why implement an oral fluid drug and alcohol testing program
2. How oral fluid fits into a TPA’s workflow to grow your business
3. Advantages of oral fluid testing in a COVID world

Presenter: Brian Feeley
Director of Sales, OraSure Technologies’ Risk Assessment division

Cost: $49.95

**NDASA members, should not register until they receive their member pricing discount code by email, approximately three weeks before the webinar date.**

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2021 Annual Conference & Tradeshow: Turning Setbacks into Bouncebacks
2021-05-25 - 2021-05-27
If there is one conference you should attend this year….this is it!
Meet us in St. Louis for the most dynamic gathering of professionals in the drug and alcohol testing industry. We’ll have spectacular keynote speakers, industry relevant breakout sessions and excellent training courses.
Visit our webpage for more information and registration!

TPA Essentials: Key Services & Best Practices of Successful C/TPAs
2021-05-20 13:00 - 14:00
This webinar will address the common operating standards and methods for managing a successful C/TPA and compliant random testing program. Although each TPA business can operate in its own way, there are certain best practices that every TPA should follow. Plus, there are other services your business might want to consider that can be a great value add and profit center.
Learning Objectives: In this webinar, you will

Gain a better understanding of the services that TPAs can provide to their clients
Learn best practices and critical components of running a successful and compliant randoms program
Understand client interaction snf sales techniques to lead clients to choose to do business with you
Discover additional services that you can add to your existing offerings to increase profitability

Presented by: Tom Fulmer, CPCT, CHBC
VP Business Development,
National Drug Screening, Inc.
Cost: $49.95
**NDASA members will receive their discount code for member pricing by email approximately three weeks before the webinar date.**
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Early Bird Registration Ends
2021-04-17 08:00 - 17:00
This is the final day of Early Bird Registration and pricing for NDASA’s 2021 Conference & Trade Show.
Learn more here.

What You Need to Know About Changing Marijuana Laws
2021-03-18 13:00 - 14:30
Clear up policy confusion! Jo McGuire will share the latest trends and facts about today’s marijuana along with policy helps that every employer MUST know. Bill Judge will delve into the most recently changed state laws and describe how compliance will look for employers as these changes take effect. This webinar will be a small slice of the expanded conference training class to come but is a DO NOT MISS for anyone who has recently experienced changes in their state laws!
Presenters: Jo McGuire, NDASA Executive Director, and Bill Judge, Co-Founder of Drug Screening Compliance Institute (DSCI),
Cost: $24.95 for members / $49.95 for non-members
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What Happens When and Audit Goes Bad?
2021-02-18 13:00 - 14:30
When an audit goes bad, what are the consequences and next steps for compliance? Join us to learn more!
Presented by George Gilpatrick and Joe Lofgren
Cahill Swift
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