Oklahoma volunteer firefighters receive new drug testing policy
Although a similar drug testing policy was in place before, there is a new, updated one coming soon in the Pittsburg County of Oklahoma. Before, tests took place for everyone in safety-sensitive positions at the same time, and it was possible to predict when this would happen. Now, volunteer firefighters and emergency responders must undergo
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Combined prenatal drinking and smoking represents greater SIDS risk
Combining smoking and drinking past the first trimester of pregnancy increases the risk of triggering sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) 12-fold, compared to first-trimester exposure only, according to a new study by National Institutes of Health. The condition is described as sudden, unexplained death of an infant up to one year old. Studies until now
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Random drug testing for Spring Valley city workers
Although recreational marijuana use is legal in Spring Valley, there is a caveat: workers for the city will be subject to random drug testing. Spring Valley’s legislative committee recently outlined policy discussions, with the clear warning that if city employees test positive for drugs, consequences will follow. This includes testing positive for cannabis. Council member,
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An issue with Michigan breath alcohol testing devices?
According to the Michigan police, there may be a problem with a breath alcohol testing device called DataMaster DMT. The devices are in wide use across the state. The issue appears to be performance-related. According to the defence attorney, Jesse Williams, the devices often play a role in providing crucial evidence used in drunk driving
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