EPISODE · Nov 19, 2021 · 26 MIN
Every method of testing drivers for drugs has its pros and cons
from Drilling Deep with John Kingston · host FreightWaves
Testing for drug use in drivers rests now primarily on urine testing. But it has drawbacks. Others argue that hair testing is preferable. But it has drawbacks too. Saliva testing? Easy to do, but it isn't perfect. On this week's Drilling Deep podcast, two academics who have studied the issue join host John Kingston to discuss recent research they've completed on the various methods now in use and under discussion for the future. Dr. Douglas Voss from the University of Central Arkansas and Dr. Ron Gordon from the University of Arkansas will discuss their findings and the state of the current debate in the industry. Also on the podcast, Kingston discusses the latest results from a key oil industry report and what it means for prices going forward. Follow Drilling Deep on Apple Podcasts Follow Drilling Deep on Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Testing for drug use in drivers rests now primarily on urine testing. But it has drawbacks. Others argue that hair testing is preferable. But it has drawbacks too. Saliva testing? Easy to do, but it isn't perfect. On this week's Drilling Deep podcast, two academics who have studied the issue join host John Kingston to discuss recent research they've completed on the various methods now in use and under discussion for the future. Dr. Douglas Voss from the University of Central Arkansas and Dr. Ron Gordon from the University of Arkansas will discuss their findings and the state of the current debate in the industry. Also on the podcast, Kingston discusses the latest results from a key oil industry report and what it means for prices going forward. Follow Drilling Deep on Apple Podcasts Follow Drilling Deep on Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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