WorkSTEPS

10/22/2026

Many employers spend time debating which drug test is best. The better question may be whether the test aligns with the decision you're trying to make.

In the latest article from his ongoing occupational health series, Dr. Ben Hoffman, explains why the most effective workplace drug testing programs start with defining the objective first and selecting the testing method second. The result is a more defensible, risk-based approach to workforce safety and occupational health.

Read the article: https://okt.to/vO3XVi

Not all workplace drug tests answer the same question. Learn when urine, hair, or oral fluid testing may be the right fit.

10/02/2026

October is National Ergonomics Month, and effective ergonomics starts with understanding the physical demands of the job.

One of the most important foundations is accurate job data. When job descriptions reflect current tasks and physical requirements, employers can make better hiring decisions and ensure testing aligns with the actual demands of the work.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day to our employees, customers, partners, and all workers whose dedication drives progress every day.

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing holiday!

08/25/2026

Will AI replace occupational health professionals?

Dr. Ben Hoffman thinks the better question is whether tomorrow's professionals will outperform today's by learning to work intelligently with AI.

A few insights from his latest article:

✅ AI can help identify workplace risks earlier by recognizing patterns across health, safety, and operational data.
✅ AI has the potential to improve return-to-work decisions by aligning medical information, functional limitations, and job demands.
✅ The greatest value of AI may not be automation but helping organizations move from reactive programs to more predictive risk management.

The future of occupational health isn't about replacing expertise. It's about helping professionals make better decisions with better information.

Read the blog:
8 Ways AI Is Reshaping Occupational Health, Safety, and Workforce Risk Management - WorkSTEPS

Discover eight ways AI is reshaping occupational health, workplace safety, risk management, and return-to-work decision-making.

08/13/2026

The future of occupational health isn't about replacing expertise. It's about enhancing it.

In the latest article from his ongoing occupational health series, Dr. Ben Hoffman shares eight ways AI can help organizations move from reactive programs to more proactive, data-driven approaches to workforce health and safety.

Read the article: https://okt.to/qXR2ik

08/06/2026

Employee testing can help support better hiring decisions, but it also comes with important compliance considerations.

Here are three questions employers should ask when evaluating their employee testing program.

07/07/2026

How current are your job descriptions?

Accurate job data helps employers make better hiring decisions and ensure testing aligns with the actual demands of the job.

Below are a few key considerations to keep in mind.

07/04/2026

From all of us at WorkSTEPS, we wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July.

06/24/2026

What if there were a vehicle defect that significantly increased crash risk? Most fleets would address it immediately. Yet one of the most common transportation safety risks often remains under-managed: untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

In our latest occupational health series article, WorkSTEPS CMO Ben Hoffman explores why OSA continues to challenge the transportation industry despite being both diagnosable and treatable.

Key takeaways:
✅ Untreated OSA affects alertness, reaction time, and situational awareness
✅ Many commercial drivers face overlapping health conditions that compound fatigue risk
✅ Gaps often occur in screening, referrals, treatment follow-through, and adherence monitoring
✅ Effective programs require clear accountability and structured processes

Read the full article: https://okt.to/l0KTaz

06/21/2026

Today, we celebrate all the fathers and father figures who show up with strength, care, and dedication every day. Thank you — from all of us at WorkSTEPS.