test result; and (4) Report the verified result to the federal agency.
Getting Ready The Oral Fluid Mandatory Guidelines will initially only apply to federal workplaces. DOT has stated its intention to have its own oral fluid testing regulations in place by the time SAMHSA completes its 12–18-month implementation period. The OFMG serve as an official
endorsement of lab-based oral fluid testing by the federal government, and the guidelines provide a new “gold” standard for how to best utilize the technology. Many employers will consider this a green light to implement
oral fluid testing either in place of or, in combination with urine drug testing (lab-based oral fluid testing has historically been permitted in 47 states). For the professionals who ensure the
integrity of each drug test, such as collectors, labs, and MROs, the OFMG will become the “gold” standard for oral fluid drug testing. For employers, the OFMG will provide a level of comfort when utilizing lab-based oral fluid drug testing. For both groups, service providers and end users of their services, now is the time to prepare. ❚
Reference 1
The Department of Health and Human Services (2019, October 25) Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs—Oral/Fluid. Retrieved November 7, 2019 from
https://www.federalregister.gov/ documents/2019/10/25/2019-22684/mandatory-guidelines- for-federal-workplace-drug-testing-programs-oralfluid.
Brian is currently the Director of Sales for OraSure Technologies’ Substance Abuse Testing division. He has over 35 years experience in industry working in
technical, business development and sales & marketing capacities. He is named as an inventor on four patents and has numerous publications across three different scientific disciplines and market areas. Brian has been at OraSure Technologies for the past 22 years where he has focused on the launch of oral fluid drugs of abuse, alcohol and nicotine testing products. Brian and his team focus on educating and training national laboratory partners, TPA’s and end users on the benefits of oral fluid testing to enhance substance abuse screening programs.
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