Vanguard Health & Safety Services

01/26/2026

🚨 Weather Closure Notice 🚨

In accordance with Vanguard Health & Safety Services policy, we follow Lovington Municipal Schools weather closure schedule.

Lovington Municipal Schools will be closed Monday, January 26, 2026, and Vanguard Health & Safety Services will also be closed.

We will continue to monitor conditions and will provide updates regarding Tuesday’s schedule as needed.

We will be available for post-accident testing for customers if needed.

Please stay safe and warm.

12/21/2025

12/21/2025

Important DOT Compliance Update – Ma*****na Rescheduling

President Trump signed an executive order on December 19 directing federal agencies to expedite moving ma*****na from Schedule I to Schedule III. While the issue is making headlines, what this DOES NOT DO is just as important—especially for DOT-regulated employers and drivers.

➡️ Ma*****na is NOT federally legalized.
➡️ DOT drug & alcohol regulations have NOT changed.
➡️ Safety-sensitive employees are still subject to current testing rules—for now.

This shift raises serious regulatory questions. DOT drug testing authority is tied to Schedule I & II substances, and ma*****na currently accounts for nearly 60% of positive tests among commercial drivers. Rescheduling could create a regulatory gap if federal agencies do not act quickly to clarify enforcement.

Until DOT issues formal guidance, DO NOT ASSUME testing requirements have changed. Acting prematurely could expose your business to compliance violations and safety risks.

We are actively monitoring developments and will provide updates as federal rulemaking unfolds. If you have questions about how this may impact your DOT or Non-DOT program, now is the time to ask.

10/25/2025

Let us know if you are interested in purchasing any Melaleuca products. We keep a small inventory at the office.

11/07/2024

Desks, file cabinets, and chairs are for sale today at Vanguard Health & Safety Services. Drop by and make an offer.

11/04/2024

ISO someone to build fences. Any recommendations?

01/31/2024

Part-time position. 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Monday - Friday Must be bilingual
Text 575-704-8327

05/31/2023

Anyone having trouble with TDS tonight?

01/05/2023

FMCSA Pre-employment Requirement Will Go Into Effect January 6, 2023 -

On November 4, 2022, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse published “Pre-employment Investigations for Drug and Alcohol Program Violations.”  The Clearinghouse notice is a reminder to certain employers regarding a change requirement that wi...

12/09/2022

The days between Christmas and the New Year is the deadliest period for drivers in the US

On Christmas Day, 38% of fatalities involve an alcohol-impaired driver (vs. 28% annual average)

New Year’s Eve is the biggest night for DUIs in the US – 129% greater chance of getting a DUI than average

PLEASE CELEBRATE RESPONSIBLY. YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS IS IMPORTANT TO US

08/03/2022

Last week, the House passed legislation banning assault weapons. The vote is largely viewed as a symbolic step by the chamber as the measure with likely fail in the Senate. Five democrats notably voted against the bill, while two Republicans voted in favor. The bill would ban the sale, import manufacture or transfer of specific semi-automatic weapons. However, the legislation does not call for the removal or confiscation of weapons currently owned.