You must enroll in a DOT FMCSA drug and alcohol testing consortium. You also need a negative pre-employment drug test. Companies with multiple drivers must provide supervisor training. If you are the sole driver, this requirement does not apply. Owner-Operators must register in the FMCSA Clearinghouse and select a C/TPA. If you fail or [...]
The regulations require that every driver receive a policy meeting specific requirements. The regulations also require that employers obtain a receipt signed by the driver to verify that he has received the drug and alcohol program requirements. These rules apply to all employers, even owner-operators. [49 CFR Part 382.601]. Here at InOut Labs, we [...]
Yes indeed. The drug and alcohol testing regulations apply equally to all motor carriers, regardless of their size. Whether a company operates with a single driver or manages a large fleet, it must comply with the same DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements. These regulations ensure safety on the roads by maintaining a consistent [...]
Non-federally regulated safety-sensitive employees can participate in a drug testing program. However, they cannot be in the same random testing pool as regulated employees. They must use different testing CCFs and test panels. A non-DOT drug testing program follows a similar process, but it includes important differences. Here at InOut Labs, we provide drug [...]
What is a DER? What are a DER's responsibilities? (TL;DR – DER Training Course) The term DER comes from the government. The US Department of Transportation (49 CFR Part 40) defines Designated Employer Representative as follows: A Designated Employer Representative (DER) plays a crucial role in workplace drug testing. The employer authorizes the DER [...]
There are many reasons to put your drug-free workplace policy in writing. Here are some substance abuse policy considerations: Regulations, state drug-free workplace programs, specific contracts, or insurance carriers may require a written policy. This policy serves as a record of your organization’s commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive workplace. In case [...]
The Return To Duty Process and the SAP If a DOT-regulated employee fails or refuses a drug or alcohol test, s/he must complete the Return-To-Duty (RTD) process in order to return to safety-sensitive work. Many employers with non-regulated employees follow a similar procedure, but under DOT it’s non-negotiable. The main question we get is [...]
If you employ CDL drivers seasonally, you must understand this often-overlooked DOT requirement. DOT regulations require employees who leave the drug testing pool for more than 30 days to pass a pre-employment drug test before rehiring. Even if your seasonal employees are not DOT-regulated, conducting this test is a good practice. For example, if [...]
Many employers question whether they fall under U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing regulations. DOT regulations cover various industries, all governed by 49 CFR Part 40, with specific rules for each mode of transportation. Below is a breakdown of different DOT-covered sectors and their respective regulations: 1) Aviation (FAA) If you [...]
Supervisor training, also known as Reasonable Suspicion Training, is mandatory for DOT employers. It educates supervisors on workplace drug testing policies and explains their responsibilities in enforcing these policies. Effective training leaves a long-lasting impact on supervisors. When live training is too costly or difficult to arrange, online training offers a practical alternative. What’s [...]
