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04/04/2026

Drug of the Month: Benzodiazepines (Benzos)
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by TSS, Inc. | Apr 1, 2026 | Substance Use |

Benzodiazepines (benzos) are a class of psychoactive drugs that act as central nervous system depressants to treat anxiety, insomnia, and seizures. They work by enhancing the effects of the neurotransmitter GABA, producing sedation and muscle relaxation.

Common uses
Anxiety disorders: Short-term relief of severe anxiety.
Insomnia: Used for severe, disabling sleep problems.

Seizures: Used to treat epilepsy and manage seizures.
Medical procedures: Sedation before anesthesia.

Top 5 types of Benzodiazepines
Alprazolam (Xanax): Often used for panic disorder.
Diazepam (Va**um): Known for long-acting sedative effects.
Lorazepam (Ativan): Often used for anxiety and in emergency settings.
Clonazepam (Klonopin): Used for seizures and panic disorders.
Temazepam (Restoril): Primarily for insomnia.

Side effects
Common: Drowsiness, sedation, dizziness, and loss of balance.
Cognitive/mood: Confusion, amnesia, hostility, and irritability.
Physical: Headache, nausea, and, in rare cases, respiratory depression.

Although they take more time than barbiturates do to cause a reaction, benzodiazepines can still be addictive. People who have been on them for a long time also find it hard to stop taking them because of withdrawal symptoms, such as increased tension and anxiety, panic attacks, and hand tremors.

Benzodiazepine dependence involves physical dependence (body adapts to drug, causing withdrawal) and psychological dependence (emotional reliance). Types often categorized by usage patterns include dependence at prescribed therapeutic doses, patients escalating doses, and drug misusers. Shorter-acting benzos like Xanax often have higher misuse potential due to rapid effects and severe withdrawal. Dependence develops from tolerance, where higher doses are needed for the same effect, leading to withdrawal when use stops

03/18/2026

If you want the best, come see us! We have been in the business for 17 years. We know the federal regulations and take pride in what we do. Because it is helping preserve the MSA you finally got with that large producer, it's helping to keep your workers' compensation cost down, it's helping to keep the public, your employees, and your equipment safe.

We are not a “pop-up” collection site that looks the other way just to earn a buck - they offer no true service to employers. Sure they “help” you at the testing time- but where are they when you have to meet their existing programs?

Mobile Safety has the knowledge, education, training, and experience to proudly act as a partner for your business.

We are a member of NDASA and stay current with all of the ever changing Federal regulations, Return to duty programs- and FMCSA Clearinghouse.

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02/05/2026

Source: TSS

Drug of the Month: Ma*****na edibles

by TSS, Inc. | Feb 4, 2026 |

At TSS, we believe knowledge is power and the best way to combat substance use in the workplace, prevent substance abuse and protect public safety is to be informed.

So, let’s take it in small bites. Each month, we’ll share information about an illicit drug that is commonly abused so that you have the power.

Edible Cannabis (also known as edibles) products are products containing cannabinoids that you eat or drink. They are products infused with cannabis extracts, primarily tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound that produces a “high” and affects your mind and body when consumed. Although some edibles may look like ordinary food, they are not food and are not intended to provide any nutritional value. They are a popular alternative to smoking and offer a discreet way to consume cannabis with longer-lasting, more potent effects.

Things to Know:
Because there is no oversight at the federal level and edibles are not regulated by the FDA, they can vary widely in their appearance and ingredients, including how much THC and CBD they contain. In addition, depending on the state, there is a patchwork of rules about accurate labeling or product safety. So, buyer beware!

Edibles have a delayed onset of effects. The process can take anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours to begin. This frequently leads to overconsumption and can result in severe THC toxicity. Symptoms can include anxiety, panic attacks, nausea, vomiting, confusion, paranoia and psychosis.

The effects of ingesting THC last longer than inhaling, often 4 to 8 hours, with residual effects potentially lasting up to 24 hours. When first ingesting, the THC travels to your stomach and then to your liver, before making it to you blood stream and brain. Impairment can vary for individuals. Therefore, do not drive or operate heavy equipment for an extended period of time after ingesting edibles.

Edibles may look harmless, coming in a range of forms, including gummies, chocolates, baked goods (brownies, cookies), drinks, tinctures and capsules. They can appeal to adults, children and pets. This has led to a sharp increase in unintentional cannabis ingestion in recent years. For example, the rate of cannabis-related calls to the California Poison Control System more than doubled from 2016 to 2024. The largest spike in exposure was seen among children under the age of 6 (445%).

Adults should not consume edibles in front of children and keep all cannabis products in their original packaging, stored in a locked cabinet, out of reach and sight of children and pets.

Do not mix cannabis with alcohol or other substances. Alcohol increases the intoxicating effects. And, combining edibles with stimulants and depressants creates significant and unpredictable health risks, including potentially life-threatening conditions like severe cardiovascular problems and dangerous levels of cognitive impairment.

Daily or near-daily use increases the risk if dependency and can bring on or worsen disorders related to anxiety or depression.

Call the Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222 if a child has accidentally consumed cannabis products or an adult is experiencing unwanted side effects like confusion, panic attacks, dizziness, or a fast heart rate.

02/05/2026

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02/04/2026

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01/29/2026

Here are the back doors of the trailer. Don’t forget we offer training classes at our new “Kathy Hood training center”. OSHA, PEC, CPR/First Aid, Confined Space classes, ariel boomlift, telehandler, loader, backhoe H2S, and any other training that you need.

We are proud to offer one if the best fire simulator trainers that uses real fire for SAFE “hands on” fire extinguisher training.

Give us a call! 575.234.0393 Ext.2

01/29/2026

Mobile Safety just added a mobile fire extinguisher refill/repair and inspection trailer.

Huge shout out to Kelly Hart and Nu Designs from the metroplex area of Texas- Guys this is one of my truest and best friends and she has mad artistic and design skills. I had a vision of what we wanted for design but just couldn’t verbalize it- Holly Damn guys- Kelly crushed it!

It would have never made it from design to the trailer without Lou Ward and Sign and Sticker shop from Carlsbad. I have known Lou more than 10 years- from advertising when she had The Carlsbad Local - to all of our safety signs- window advertising- and all of our trailer wraps. If you need a sticker, sign, or vehicle wrap you won’t be disappointed. Give her a call
575.706.4958

01/26/2026

***UPDATE***

For the safety of our clients and staff, Mobile Safety will delay opening 2 hours on Monday January 26
Should the roads clear up enough to safely drive before 9AM we will open somewhere between 7AM-9AM.

01/10/2026

Questions, answers and more questions about the Executive Order to reschedule ma*****na

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by TSS, Inc. | Jan 8, 2026 | By Renee Schofield, TSS CEO

On December 18, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order to accelerate the rescheduling of ma*****na. There is so much misinformation and misconception around this rescheduling that we feel it necessary to keep clarifying what really happened.

1. The EO instructs the Attorney General to facilitate and fast-track the rescheduling of ma*****na from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug. Schedule III substances are defined as “drugs with a moderate to low potential for physical and psychological dependence.” This classification includes drugs like Tylenol with codeine, anabolic steroids and testosterone. Drugs in this category are approved and monitored by the Food and Drug Administration.

2. The President stated that he issued this order to broaden the research dollars into ma*****na for medical use.

3. The EO does NOT decriminalize or make ma*****na use legal on the federal level. It does NOT expunge any criminal history.

In short, all the screening protocols for Department of Transportation modalities are currently still in place. The DOT issued a statement after the EO was signed, stressing that until the reclassification is complete, “the Department of Transportation’s drug testing process and regulations will not change. Transportation employees in safety-sensitive positions will still be subject to testing for ma*****na.”

Furthermore, officials with DOT have indicated that a provision in the EO suggests that safety-sensitive employees regulated by DOT will still be subject to testing even when rescheduling is complete. We hope they are correct, as there are likely to be challenges from the ma*****na industry.

For now, TSS recommends the following:
1. Maintain your existing drug and alcohol screening policy as you have in the past. What you did yesterday is what you must do today and tomorrow.

2. Review your NON-DOT company policy. In the event that something changes in your DOT policy, you will likely still have the ability to test under a NON-DOT policy. Having that policy in place—clearly stating your company’s drug-testing requirements —now will save you time later. Be sure your attorney reviews your policies for compliance with federal, state and local laws.

3. CBD – Use at risk. DOT is clear on its views about CBD. Read the DOT statement here. CBD is NOT medicine, and it is not FDA-regulated. Therefore, CBD may contain ingredients that will show up in a drug screen, creating a non-negative report

4. Update your job descriptions. Be clear about which roles in your business are safety-sensitive and provide details on why each position is a safety-sensitive job.

5. Clearly communicate ALL your screening policies with your employees. Explain the expectations and the consequences of violating your policies.

We at TSS and our clients still have many questions. Here are a few:

1. What effect will rescheduling have on OSHA regulations?

2. If the regulations remove testing authority from laboratories, will this mean the end of ma*****na screening? Is that even something to consider?

3. We know that since legalization took place in some states, there have been more accidents and more positive ma*****na screens. Will workers’ comp have a viewpoint on when to pay or not to pay. Will rates be higher for those without a solid NON-DOT policy?

One thing I want to be clear about: This is a SAFETY conversation. For all of us. It is not a judgment call about the use of ma*****na or a question of values.

Personal feelings about ma*****na use don’t matter when we are talking about public safety.

12/30/2025

Hands on fire extinguisher training

According to 29 CFR 1910.157(g), employers who provide portable fire extinguishers for employee use must ensure proper training. Here are the key requirements:

Educational Program: Employers must provide an educational program to familiarize all employees with the general principles of fire extinguisher use.

Hands-On Training: Employees who are designated to use portable fire extinguishers are required to receive hands-on training in their operation. This can include demonstrations, practice sessions, or other interactive approaches.

Annual Training: The training must be conducted at least once per year to keep employees prepared and confident in their ability to respond during an emergency.

We at Mobile Safety belive in addition to classroom work, a student learns and retains so much more by physically putting their hands on the equipment in as close to a real life scenario as possible. We will do this not just when it is required but anytime we teach a class.

It is a fun way for your employees to learn and retain and not just sit through a class to earn a card. They learn how to use breathing air, monitors, permits, heavy equipment from forklifts and manlifts to backhoes and loaders

We are proud of our course syllabus’s and welcome you to give us a try- we promise not to disappoint.