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Posted: Jun 10 2025

How Fast Does the Body Metabolize Alcohol?

By: Ashlee Arnold

After a night of heavy alcohol consumption, you might wake up still feeling disoriented. Or, you could be dealing with a brutal hangover. The rate at which the human body goes from feeling drunk to "normal" again comes down to how fast (or slow...

Posted: Jun 06 2025

Specialty Testing: Comprehensive Solutions for Unique Needs

By: Ashlee Arnold

At US Drug Test Centers, we understand that standard drug testing panels don’t always cover every substance or situation. That’s why we offer a robust suite of specialty drug testing services designed to meet unique needs across a variety of..

Posted: Jun 05 2025

Understanding Driver Qualification Files

By: Ashlee Arnold

A Driver Qualification File is a comprehensive record that verifies a commercial driver's eligibility to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). Per FMCSA regulations, each DQ file must include: - A completed employment application - Motor...

Posted: May 29 2025

Why USDTC Is the Best TPA for Business Drug Testing Programs

By: Calee Davis

If you operate a small or medium-sized business and are looking to implement a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective drug and alcohol testing program, choosing the right third-party administrator (TPA) is critical. Among the top providers, US...

Posted: May 20 2025

Understanding DOT Drug Testing Regulations

By: Calee Davis

For employers operating in safety-sensitive industries, adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing regulations isn't just a best practice – it's the law. Failure to comply can result in hefty fines, operational...

Posted: Apr 08 2025

Why Have Us Manage Your Clearinghouse Program?

By: Ashlee Arnold

If you are an FMCSA, DOT-covered company or owner-operator, then you probably already know that you are required to sign up with the Clearinghouse. If you’re an owner-operator, you’re actually required to have a third-party administrator (TPA.

Posted: Jul 31 2024

The "Bottle to Throttle" Rule: Can Pilots Drink Alcohol?

By: Ashlee Arnold

Pilots are responsible for the lives of the passengers and other crew members on their flights, and showing up to work 100% sober is non-negotiable. But what about when they're off the clock? Can pilots drink before a flight? What about flying...

Posted: Jul 31 2024

Rohypnol Side Effects, Treatment, and Statistics

By: Calee Davis

You might not be familiar with the name Flunitrazepam, better known as Rohypnol, but it's one of the most common date rape drugs. Rohypnol is often involved in drug-facilitated sexual assault, undetectable when slipped into alcohol. In this blog..

Last Updated: Jul 29 2024

What Are the DOT Random Drug Testing Time Limits?

By: Calee Davis

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has outlined specific required procedures when it comes to random drug testing. Companies and owner-operators must stay compliant with these regulations in order to continue operating. In this blog, learn...

Posted: Jun 26 2024

Adults on Probation: How Many Are There?

By: Angela Pedrol

Someone gets pulled over for drinking and driving. Or perhaps, they're carrying a concealed weapon without the correct permit. What happens to this adult after committing a crime? There are various options offenders might be given as alternatives.

Posted: May 28 2024

DUIs by State: Drunk Driving Incidents Across the US

By: Marissa Mix

Every year, about one million arrests are made in the United States for impaired drivers who have consumed alcohol or drugs. However, in reality, this number.

Last Updated: Jul 29 2024

How Many People Smoke Weed in the US?

By: Ashlee Arnold

The rules and guidelines about marijuana have undergone significant transformations in recent years. The legalization of marijuana has turned the consumption of cannabis into a more casual activity. In this article, we'll examine the prevalence of