Forensic Testing Methods – Part 2

Forensic Testing Methods – Part 2

In recent years, drug testing has been increasingly implemented as a harm reduction strategy across many Canadian provinces in order to identify components of illicit drugs with the aim of preventing drug-related overdose. In this second part of our review, we will...
Time is up for old DOT CCFs

Time is up for old DOT CCFs

As of August 31, 2023, the old DOT CCFs are no longer to be used for specimen collections. Once past the cutoff date, if a collector must use an outdated DOT CCF (due to not having a current DOT CCF available) they will be required to attach a Memorandum for Record...
DOT Approves Oral Fluid

DOT Approves Oral Fluid

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has approved the use of oral fluid testing in their drug testing program, effective June 1, 2023. However, implementation is subject to the certification of at least two labs by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)....