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5 necessities when bringing DOT testing in-house
2026-02-17T06:00:00Z

5 necessities when bringing DOT testing in-house

The headache of finding a clinic or the cost of arranging a test could be reasons why a motor carrier may toy with the idea of bringing DOT testing in-house.

But the plan may be more of an undertaking than you realize when you look at the detailed requirements in 49 CFR Part 40, in addition to potential liabilities.

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‘What do you mean, I can’t ask employees about their medications?’
2026-02-17T06:00:00Z

‘What do you mean, I can’t ask employees about their medications?’

Antihistamines, antidepressants, opioids, and drugs to treat anxiety or blood pressure. All these medications (and more) could cause employees to be sleepy, even while at work. Tiredness in certain jobs can be a safety risk for employees and others, yet employers must maintain safe workplaces. So, asking employees about their medications might seem like a step in the right safety direction.

But doing so could risk a discrimination claim. That’s because employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees because of a disability under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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Remote work ends for federal employees — What this means for private employers
2026-02-17T06:00:00Z

Remote work ends for federal employees — What this means for private employers

In response to a White House directive that instructs federal department heads to bring employees back to the office “as soon as practicable,” the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) have released a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) that addresses questions about remote work.

The FAQs assist federal agencies by helping them:

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Watchdog warning: OSHA faces ‘significant challenges’ in protecting workers
2026-02-16T06:00:00Z

Watchdog warning: OSHA faces ‘significant challenges’ in protecting workers

A new report from an oversight agency concludes that OSHA struggles to meet its mission, particularly in high-risk industries like healthcare, meat packing, construction, and manufacturing. OSHA’s main mission is to assure the safe and healthful working conditions for about 144 million workers employed at over 11.6 million workplaces across the country.

In a “Top Management and Performance Challenges” report just issued by the Department of Labor Office of Inspector General (OIG), several pages point to OSHA’s difficulties in:

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Speed over safety could mean criminal charges
2026-02-16T06:00:00Z

Speed over safety could mean criminal charges

Criminal charges for safety violations may be more common than you think and can result from taking short cuts to save time and ultimately, money. When thinking about workplace safety violations, one might envision inspections, potential citations, and a list of corrective actions. The reality is more sobering, however. Willful negligence, fatalities, and falsified records can escalate into criminal charges against companies, employers, or other individuals for serious safety lapses.

These cases, especially surrounding incidents that resulted in fatalities, highlight the legal risks that go beyond regulatory penalties. Accountability drives true safety, and when it’s ignored, the consequences are often severe.

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