What Happens When a CDL Driver Fails a Drug Test?

When a CDL Fails a Drug Test, He Is Prohibited From Doing More Than You Think Simply put, when a CDL driver fails a drug test, the employer must immediately remove the driver from safety-sensitive functions, such as driving CMVs. The driver must complete the return-to-duty process with a DOT-qualified substance abuse professional. Additionally, [...]

By |December 27th, 2022|Blog, DOT Drug Testing|Comments Off on What Happens When a CDL Driver Fails a Drug Test?

Do Commercial Drivers Get a Drug Test After Every Accident?

Long gone are the days when truck drivers relied on coffee and amphetamines to stay awake for 48-hour trips. Not only is this behavior reckless, but it also violates federal law. Since 1991, commercial driver license (CDL) holders have been required to undergo federally mandated drug and alcohol testing to ensure road safety. If [...]

By |October 21st, 2022|Blog, DOT Drug Testing|Comments Off on Do Commercial Drivers Get a Drug Test After Every Accident?

New DOT Drug Panel and Cutoff Levels – Effective 1/1/18

As of 1/1/18, the DOT drug panel looks a bit different. It now includes what we normally refer to as Expanded Opiates, or Extended Opiates. Still referred to as a 5 panel test, it include much more than the conventional 5 panel test. As per DOT regulations 49 CFR Part 40 the DOT panel now [...]