In the world of drug and alcohol testing, change is constant—and staying ahead of regulations is critical. With the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) officially approving oral fluid testing, collectors and employers now need to be prepared for more than just...
Common mistakes that collectors make and how to avoid them
Even experienced collectors can fall into habits that lead to errors but the good news is that most mistakes in drug testing are preventable with the right training and awareness. Here we will go over the most common mistakes made by collectors, and how they can be...
Why legal defensibility matters in drug testing
Drug and alcohol testing isn’t just about identifying substances—it’s about protecting the integrity of the process. For employers, clinics, and collectors, one of the most important concepts to understand is legal defensibility. A test result is only as strong as its...
Why good training equals good collections
Drug and alcohol testing plays a critical role in workplace safety, compliance, and public trust. But behind every valid test result is the most important factor of all: the quality of the collection process. A collector’s training directly impacts whether a test is...



