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Difference Between Breath and Blood Alcohol Testing in the Workplace
In addition to mandating drug testing in Wichita, KS, some local businesses may test an employee’s blood alcohol concentration to ensure they’re not under the...
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How Often Should a Respirator Fit Test Be Performed?
Respirators are essential pieces of equipment on many jobsites, protecting workers against harmful dust, fumes, chemicals, and other hazardous particles. But here’s the catch:...
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What Employers Need To Know About DOT Physical Requirements in 2025
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires everyone who holds a commercial driver’s license and is employed as a commercial driver to receive a comprehensive...
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How Impairment Detection Technology Enhances Workplace Safety
Workplace impairment is a leading cause of preventable accidents. These incidents can cause serious injuries, property damage, and workflow disruptions. To improve workplace safety,...
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How Physical Ability Testing Benefits Your Business
You spend a considerable amount of time screening and interviewing job applicants to find the best candidate. Why not make sure that they can...
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Why Regular Vision Screening Is Essential for Workplace Safety
Would you trust a surgeon with blurry vision to perform your procedure? If you answered no, you should apply the same thought process to...
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Does a DOT Physical Include a Drug Test?
As a safety-sensitive employer regulated by a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) agency, you’re in charge of regulating your employees through routine testing to...
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A Fit-for-Duty Exam: What is It and When Should an Employer Request One?
Fit for Duty in the Workplace Fit-for-duty exams are a way for employers to ensure that their employees are physically capable of working. They...
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Why Blood Pressure Matters During Physical Ability Tests (Everything You Need to Know)
At WorkSafe Physical Therapy, our goal is to keep your employees healthy and safe. One way we do this is by screening for blood...
