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Mobile Medical Corporation (MMC) Drug Testing Industry Alert: Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs take effect on October 1, 2010

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) revisions to the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs take effect on October 1, 2010.   Be prepared! Call MMC today to find out how the new revisions will affect your drug screening policy Toll Free 1-888-662-8358


DOT Panel Changes – 49 CFR Part 40

ECSTASY MDMA
Adds testing for Ecstasy (MDMA). Screening cut-off for MDMA is set at 500 ng/mL, with confirmation for MDMA, MDA, and MDEA at 250 ng/mL.

MANDATORY TESTING FOR HEROINE
Adding 6-AM Heroin Metabolite to Opiate Screening

REDUCED CUTOFF AND SCREENING LEVELS
Cocaine
Current: 300 ng/mL screening - New: 150 ng/mL screening
Current: 150 ng/mL confirmation - New 100 ng/mL confirmation

Amphetamines
Current: 1000 ng/mL screening - New: 500 ng/mL screening
Current: 500 ng/mL confirmation - New: 250 ng/mL confirmation

When it comes to compliant and multi-leveled substance abuse testing programs, Pittsburgh based Mobile Medical Corporation (MMC) offers a vast array of compatible screening solutions designed to meet any Drug Free Workplace initiative nationwide. MMC's certified collection technicians all pass a rigorous DATIA training course. MMC partners with the largest accredited laboratories in the nation which allows us to truly be involved from start to finish on every drug test we perform for our clients. All of Mobile Medical Corporation's laboratory partners are certified by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to meet all strict government requirements.To read the federal register please click here.
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