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    Marijuana and Safety-Sensitive Functions Don’t Mix

    Posted by Whitney Sigafoose on Thu, Sep 26, 2019

    Tags: Airport, Aircraft Operator, Operation, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Blog, Aircraft Repair, Maintenance Operator, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    With the rise of legalized marijuana, it’s no surprise that its use is also on the rise. Both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the National Institute on Drug Abuse state that marijuana is the “most commonly used illicit drug in the United States." According to a 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, conducted by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 22.2 million people have used marijuana in the past month. With multiple states approving marijuana for recreational use and many more legalizing it for medicinal use, the laws can be very confusing for employees. The below map, posted by DISA Global Solutions, depicts how each state ranges from fully illegal to fully legal.

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    Singapore Civil Aviation Authority (CAAS) To Implement New Alcohol Testing Program For Pilots

    Posted by Joe Dalton on Fri, Apr 05, 2019

    Tags: Training, Crewmember, Private Pilot, Aircraft Operator, Corporate Flight Department, Operation, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Blog, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    Did you know that under the European Union (EU) Ramp Inspection Program, both private and commercial aircraft are subject to inspection when operating into/out of any of the 48 participating country states? The inspection covers 53 items and is expected to take 60 minutes, if all items are checked. Recently, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) added to their list of standard inspection items.  

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    Is Uber Weed in Our Future?

    Posted by Bailey Wong on Wed, Nov 14, 2018

    Tags: Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Crewmember, Aircraft Operator, Operation, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Blog, Individuals, Maintenance Operator, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    Whether it be recreational or medicinal, marijuana is becoming more accessible and its use is growing in popularity. The THC and CBD compounds of marijuana are being added into a lot of edibles. Candy, baked goods, coffee and now beer (yes, it’s a thing) are just a few of the innovative ways the cannabis industry and consumers have incorporated the substance into everyday consumables. While the creativity is impressive, is adding THC and/or CBD to edible items posing a bigger risk than we think?

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    FMCSA vs. FAA, part 2

    Posted by Claudia Culmone on Mon, Jul 09, 2018

    Tags: Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Aircraft Operator, Operation, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Education, Blog, Aircraft Repair, Maintenance Operator, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    Knowing when a company needs to set up a drug program, or when safety-sensitive employees should be administered a drug or alcohol test, is not always intuitive. But what if you have safety-sensitive employees who are subject to more than one agency? In Part 1 of our blog series, we discussed the differences between the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) drug programs. For Part 2, we’re diving into when a safety-sensitive employee reports to both agencies and what you should know.

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    FMCSA & FAA Drug Programs

    Posted by Claudia Culmone on Tue, Apr 24, 2018

    Tags: Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Aircraft Operator, Operation, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Education, Blog, Aircraft Repair, Maintenance Operator, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    Drug programs: FMCSA vs. FAA, part 1

    Complying with the guidelines of more than one U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) agency is challenging, especially when it concerns drug testing. How do you know if you need multiple drug programs? When should employees be tested? What should you do if you have employees who fall under more than one DOT agency? In our first of two blogs, we discuss when a drug program is needed, testing requirements, and the differences between drug programs for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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    4 Ways to Prepare Your Operation for Employee Turnover

    Posted by Bailey Wong on Wed, Mar 21, 2018

    Tags: Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Aircraft Operator, Operation, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Blog, Maintenance Operator, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    Every business experiences employee turnover, some more than others. Aviation businesses especially, are struggling to retain its pilots, technicians, service personnel, etc. The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) provided great insight from a recent survey they conducted regarding workforce retention. Whether it is from employees transitioning to major airlines, retirement or the lack of qualified talent, they all impact the success of an operation. Implementing processes to mitigate the negative impacts of employee turnover will help operations stay flying. 

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    Understanding the U.S. Opioid Epidemic

    Posted by Claudia Culmone on Mon, Feb 19, 2018

    Tags: Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Crewmember, Private Pilot, Aircraft Operator, Operation, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Blog, Individuals, Maintenance Operator, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    Cable shows like Intervention, news stories from national media outlets and documentaries all show the extent and effects of opioid abuse throughout the world. Many personal stories start in the same fashion: the person suffered a traumatic event, was prescribed an opioid like Percocet® or OxyContin®, found that they liked the way they felt on the drug and then became addicted. For some, the prescription addiction may lead to a dark path of deceit, theft, and use of harsher drugs. For others, the result can be fatal. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has officially termed this wave of addiction as a national opioid epidemic.

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    Part 40 Final Rule: Top 4 Questions from Employees

    Posted by Bailey Wong on Tue, Dec 19, 2017

    Tags: Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Aircraft Operator, Operation, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Blog, Aircraft Repair, Maintenance Operator, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    On December 11, 2017, the Department of Transportation (DOT) published the following information on their website regarding the recent changes to its drug testing panel. If you are enrolled in a DOT drug testing program, make sure you read their responses to the four most frequently asked questions.

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    Top 6 Questions Regarding Marijuana Use In the Aviation Industry

    Posted by Claudia Culmone on Tue, Dec 12, 2017

    Tags: Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Aircraft Operator, Operation, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Education, Blog, Aircraft Repair, Maintenance Operator, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    The use of marijuana for medical or recreational use continues to gain legal ground across the U.S., leaving many people in the Aviation Industry wondering how this affects their operation. In a previous blog post, we discussed the confusion surrounding this topic and presented facts concerning marijuana. To provide more clarity, we answer the top 6 questions that aviation companies have:

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    How Canadian Law Can Affect Your Operation

    Posted by Bailey Wong on Thu, Aug 17, 2017

    Tags: Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, Corporate Flight Department, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Management, Blog, Anti-Drug & Alcohol Program Manager

    Do you know that a conviction of a crime in the United States, or any country, can impact an individual’s entry into Canada? If your operation plans to send a pilot, flight attendant or any employee into Canada, you should ensure they are not criminally inadmissible before doing so. In a previous blog post, we discussed how running a driver’s license check is a good way to spot any potential complications with an aviation worker, and this is just another potential hurdle to be aware of.

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