Important News and Announcements

MROAlert is Back! 

We’re excited to announce that MROAlert, the trusted publication dedicated to offering Medical Review Officers (MROs) essential insights into the world of drug testing, is once again being published. Stay up to date with the latest trends, regulatory changes, and best practices that are critical to MRO practice.

In this first quarterly issue, we tackle several timely and important topics:

• Creatinine and Dilution Status: Should the Standard Change?
  A deep dive into the ongoing discussions around the standard for creatinine and dilution, and whether it’s time for an update.

• Take Your Federal Blinders Off: Consider State Laws (In regard to THC testing)
  Explore the complexities of THC testing across various state laws and why MROs must be mindful of local regulations while adhering to federal guidelines.

• The Safety Concern Conundrum: Understanding How/When to Relay DOT Safety Concerns
  Gain a clearer understanding of the delicate balance MROs must strike when it comes to reporting safety concerns to the DOT, ensuring the safety of employees while remaining compliant.

Don’t miss out on the insights and information that can help you stay at the top of your game as an MRO. Subscribe to the latest issue of MROAlert today!

Medical Review Officer Handbook 11th Edition is here!  Order online or call 800-489-1839

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the 2020 Federal Custody and Control Form (CCF). The 2020 Federal CCF may be used as a paper form or electronic form. The effective date of the Federal CCF is August 17, 2020, and the current expiration date is August 31, 2023.

The OMB Notice of Action is available on the OMB website https://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAViewICR?ref_nbr=202006-0930-004 (or go to http://www.reginfo.gov,click “ICR” in the top right hand corner, and search for 0930-0158).

The  2020 Federal CCF proof, Guidance for Using the 2020 Federal Custody and Control Form,and the Instructions for Completing the Federal CCF (for Urine Specimens and for Oral Fluid Specimens)will be available on the SAMHSA website at http://www.samhsa.gov/workplace.