DOT Drug Testing Locations Rolling Hills Estates, CA
Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in Rolling Hills Estates, CA and the surrounding areas provide DOT Drug Testing, DOT Alcohol Testing, DOT Physicals, Consortium enrollment and other DOT services for Employers, Single operators and all DOT modes who are required to comply with 49 CFR Part 40 in Rolling Hills Estates, CA including FMCSA, FTA, FAA, USCG, FRA and PHMSA . Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
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23441 MADISON ST.BLD8,STE 110 1.6 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
23441 Madison St Ste 300, 1.8 miles
Torrance, CA 90505
3330 LOMITA BLVD 1.9 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
21320 HAWTHORNE BLVD STE 227 3.3 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
4101 TORRANCE BLVD 3.4 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
25965 NORMANDIE AVE FL 1 3.5 miles
HARBOR CITY, CA 90710
21081 S WESTERN AVE STE 150 4.1 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90501
1360 W 6TH ST STE 190 4.4 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
1294 W 6th St Ste 206, 4.5 miles
San Pedro, CA 90731
1300 W 7TH ST 4.6 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 305, 4.7 miles
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
23601 AVALON BLVD Ste 104 5.6 miles
CARSON, CA 90745
4253 REDONDO BEACH BLVD 6.0 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
1149 W 190TH ST 6.3 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
455 E CARSON PLAZA DR 6.6 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
20401 AVALON BLVD STE C 6.8 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
14619 PRAIRIE AVE 7.4 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
1300 W 155TH ST STE 109 7.9 miles
GARDENA, CA 90247
16630 S BROADWAY ST 7.9 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
15401 S MAIN ST 8.6 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
2301 W EL SEGUNDO BLVD 9.1 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
100 Oceangate, P245 9.1 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90802
On-site only 9.1 miles
Long Beach, CA 90802
2101 MAGNOLIA AVE 9.2 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
482 W WILLOW ST 9.3 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
1250 PACIFIC AVE 9.5 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
19301 S SANTA FE AVE Ste 120 9.5 miles
COMPTON, CA 90221
2776 PACIFIC AVE 9.6 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
390 N SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 1000 9.6 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
2499 S WILMINGTON AVE 9.6 miles
COMPTON, CA 90220
11633 HAWTHORNE BLVD #215 9.7 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887 9.9 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
920 N NASH ST 9.9 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
1700 E WALNUT AVE 10.0 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
2750 ATLANTIC AVE 10.0 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
6033 W CENTURY BLVD STE 200 11.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
11152 S MAIN ST 11.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
9601 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 11.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8930 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 200 11.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8800 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 8 11.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8726 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 12.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102 12.2 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1720 TERMINO AVE 12.2 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
7300 ALONDRA BLVD STE 108 12.8 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
16660 PARAMONT BLVD STE 102 13.1 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
5203 LAKEWOOD BLVD 13.2 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
5205 Lakewood Blvd 13.2 miles
Lakewood, CA 90712
16444 PARAMOUNT BLVD 13.2 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
3611 MLK Blvd STE 108 13.2 miles
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
5220 CLARK AVE STE 445 13.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
5525 W SLAUSON AVE 13.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90056
5862 AVALON BLVD 14.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90003
12001 W WASHINGTON BLVD 14.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
12212 W WASHINGTON BLVD 15.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
6529 SEVILLE AVE 15.4 miles
HUNTINGTON PARK, CA 90255
9353 IMPERIAL HWY GARDEN MEDICAL OFFICE,3RD FLOOR 15.5 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90242
11411 BROOKSHIRE AVE STE 408 16.6 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90241
4580 PACIFIC BLVD 16.6 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
10861 CHERRY ST STE 202 16.7 miles
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
3320 S HILL ST 16.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90007
2231 S WESTERN AVE 16.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90018
5971 VENICE BLVD FL 4 17.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90034
3851 S SOTO ST 17.4 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
3688 S Soto St 17.4 miles
Vernon, CA 90058
3364 E SLAUSON AVE 17.4 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
1907 E WASHINGTON BLVD 17.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90021
11560 W PICO BLVD 17.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90064
1400 S GRAND AVE STE 612 18.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 5 18.0 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
2121 SANTA MONICA BLVD 18.1 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
1250 16TH ST 18.1 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
2476 S ATLANTIC BLVD 18.4 miles
COMMERCE, CA 90040
3430 GARFIELD AVE 18.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
209-1 Takashiho Yomitan Village 18.5 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90403
8337 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 18.6 miles
PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
8512 Whitworth Dr 18.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90035
929 GEORGIA ST 18.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24 18.8 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
1313 W 8TH ST ste 100 18.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
6538 TELEGRAPH RD 18.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
5455 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1802 19.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036
11645 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 830 19.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90025
1127 Wilshire Blvd Ste 203&204, 19.1 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90017
420 E 3rd St Ste 802, 19.1 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90013
1225 WILSHIRE BLVD 19.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
3545 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 325 19.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90010
8501 Wilshire Blvd Suite 305, 19.2 miles
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
11817 TELEGRAPH RD 19.3 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
333 S HOPE ST STE C145 19.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90071
11611 SAN VICENTE BLVD 19.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
40 CENTERPOINTE DR 19.4 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
124 N VIGNES ST 19.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
13440 IMPERIAL HWY 19.5 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
2131 W 3RD ST Ste 4 19.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
132 S BEAUDRY AVE 19.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
169 S ALVARADO ST STE 101 19.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
110 N LA BREA AVE 19.8 miles
INGLEWOOD, CA 90301
757 WESTWOOD PLZ 19.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90095
16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 20.0 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 20.0 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
8700 BEVERLY BLVD 20.0 miles
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
823 N BROADWAY 20.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 20.2 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
15464 GOLDENWEST ST 20.4 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
2300 W BEVERLY BLVD 21.0 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
12600 BEACH BLVD 21.0 miles
STANTON, CA 90680
1300 N LA BREA AVE 21.2 miles
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90028
7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD 21.2 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
1253 VINE ST ste 19A 21.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90038
7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6 21.3 miles
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841
1300 N VERMONT AVE 21.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
12385 WASHINGTON BLVD 21.6 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90606
309 W BEVERLY BLVD 21.6 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
2814 W LINCOLN AVE 21.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
12401 WASHINGTON BLVD 21.7 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
17122 BEACH BLVD STE 104 21.8 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
12462 PUTNAM ST ste 402 21.9 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
18800 Main St Ste 111, 22.0 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
17822 BEACH BL SUITE 242 22.0 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92647
333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 22.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
18561 BEACH BLVD 22.2 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
18811 FLORIDA ST 22.2 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
17024 MAGNOLIA ST 22.8 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
8970 WARNER AVE 22.8 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 125, 23.2 miles
Whittier, CA 90603
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 23.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1526 N EDGEMONT ST FL 1 23.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
9122 ADAMS AVE 23.7 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92646
9900 Talbert Ave Ste 203, 23.8 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
9920 TALBERT AVE 23.9 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 24.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
222 W EULALIA ST STE 101 24.1 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
100 S RAYMOND AVE 24.2 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 24.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
11180 E Warner Ave Ste 159, 24.9 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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How to schedule a DOT drug test in Rolling Hills Estates, CA
To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in Rolling Hills Estates, CA call our local scheduling department at (800) 221-4291. You may also schedule your DOT drug test online utilizing our express scheduling registration system by selecting your test and completing the Donor Information/Registration Section. You must register for the test prior to proceeding to the testing center.
The zip code you enter will be used to determine the closest DOT drug or DOT alcohol testing center which performs the type of test you have selected. A donor pass/registration form with the local testing center address, hours of operation and instructions will be sent to the e-mail address you provided. Take this form with you or have it available on your smart phone to provide to the testing center. No appointment is necessary in most cases. However, you must complete the donor information section and pay for the test at the time of registration.
Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all test results are verified by our in-house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers (MRO).
In addition to providing DOT drug testing and DOT breath alcohol testing in Rolling Hills Estates, CA , Accredited Drug Testing also has additional testing centers throughout the metropolitan area and surrounding cities.
On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has over 20,000 testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
What are the DOT drug testing requirements?
In 1991, the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act created the following DOT Agencies which established drug and alcohol testing regulations to ensure that aircraft, trains, trucks, and buses were operated in a safe and responsible manner. As an employer or individual operating in a "Safety Sensitive" position, it is important to understand how these regulations impact you.
49 CFR Part 40 (commonly known as part 40) explains:
- How drug and alcohol testing is conducted
- Who is authorized to participate in the drug and alcohol testing program
- What employees must do before they may return to duty after a drug and/or alcohol violation
Each DOT Agency and the USCG have specific regulations that cover:
- The agency's prohibitions on drug and alcohol use
- Who is subject to comply with these regulations
- What type of testing is required
- When testing is required
- Consequences of non-compliance
FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) amended its rule that would establish requirements for commercial driver's license employers and individuals with regards to the drug and alcohol clearing house which will take affect on January 6, 2020.
The FMCSA Clearinghouse is a secure online database that will allow employers, the FMCSA, State Driver Licensing Agencies, State Law Enforcement and individual CDL operators to access real time important information about a CDL Driver's drug and alcohol program violations and the ultimate goal of this database is to enhance safety on our Nation's public roadways.
For specific requirements, click the appropriate agency listed below in which you or your company is regulated by. Ask about our DOT Complete Compliance Package!
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) (14 CFR Part 120)
- United States Coast Guard (USCG) (46 CFR Parts 4,5 and 16)
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) (49 CFR Part 382)
- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) (49 CFR Part 199)
- Federal Transit Administration (FTA) (49 CFR Part 655)
- Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) (49 CFR Part 219)
The Opioid Overdose Crisis
Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids,including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.
- Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
- Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
- An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
- About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
- Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
- The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
- Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.
In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)
DOT Compliance Checklist in Rolling Hills Estates, CA
DOT 49 CFR Part 40 Requirements for Safety Sensitive Employees.
(FMCSA-FAA-USCG-FRA-PHMSA-FTA)
- Pre-Employment Tests
- Correct Federal Custody & Control Form (CCF)
- Substance Abuse Professional Process
- Regulations on File
- Random Pool Testing
- *Supervisor Training
- *Written Policy
- Post-Accident Testing Situations
- Previous Employers Checks
- Employee Education
- Record Keeping
- Removal of covered Employee
- Designated Employer Representative
* In addition, any company which employs 2 or more covered employees must have a written drug and alcohol policy and all supervisors must complete the DOT Supervisor Reasonable Suspicion Training. (Click here to learn more about our online training programs)
If a DOT covered employee or company does not have a copy of the original pre-employment drug test with a negative result, then a new DOT pre-employment drug test must be conducted, and the result maintained on file.
The department of transportation (DOT) requires that all DOT regulated "safety sensitive" employees have on file a negative DOT pre-employment drug test result and be a member of a DOT approved random selection consortium. In addition, if a DOT regulated company has more than one "safety sensitive" employee, the employer must also have a written DOT drug and alcohol policy and an on-site supervisor must have completed supervisor training for reasonable suspicion of illegal drug use or impairment.
To be compliant with DOT regulations, a company's DOT drug and alcohol testing program must have the following components. Failing to comply can result in significant fines and penalties.
What is a DOT Drug Test in Rolling Hills Estates, CA ?
On January 1, 2018 the Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a new rule which altered the DOT 5 panel urine test. Employers and individuals should be aware that the current DOT drug test is still a urine drug test, collected by qualified collectors, analyzed at a SAMHSA certified laboratory and reviewed by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Below you will find a list of the drugs that are screened for in the DOT 5 panel urine drug test:
- Marijuana (THC)
- Cocaine
- Amphetamines
- Opioids**
- Phencyclidine (PCP)
- Pre-employment
- Random
- Reasonable suspicion
- Return to Duty
- Post-Accident
- Follow Up
** Special note: Opioids' was previously called Opiates' and all DOT drug tests will continue to include confirmation testing for Codeine, Morphine, and 6-AM (heroin) when necessary.
In the January rule change, the Department of Transportation (DOT) also added initial screening and confirmation testing for the semi-synthetic opioids Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone, Oxycodone, and Oxymorphone to this Opioids group
When is a DOT drug test required in Rolling Hills Estates, CA ?
All safety sensitive employees regardless of DOT agency are required for the following drug testing and/or alcohol testing based on each situation:
What is DOT pre employment testing in Rolling Hills Estates, CA ?
As a new hire or a current employee transferring from a non-safety sensitive function into a safety sensitive function (even with the same employer), you are required to submit to a DOT pre employment drug test.
Some employers may, but are not required to, conduct pre employment alcohol testing. Only after your employer receives a negative pre employment DOT drug test result (and negative alcohol test result - if administered) may you begin performing in a safety-sensitive capacity.
What is random DOT Drug Testing in Rolling Hills Estates, CA ?
All safety sensitive employees are subject to unannounced random drug & alcohol testing. Alcohol testing is administered just prior to, during or just after performing safety-sensitive functions. Depending on the industry specific regulations, you may only be subject to random drug testing.
Listed below are the current (2019) DOT random testing rates for each DOT agency.
The following chart outlines the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates established within DOT Agencies and the USCG for 2019. | ||
DOT Agency | 2019 Random Drug Testing Rate | 2019 Random Alcohol Testing Rate |
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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration [FMCSA] | 25% | 10% |
Federal Aviation Administration [FAA] | 25% | 10% |
Federal Railroad Administration [FRA] | 25% - Covered Service 50% - Maintenance of Way * | 10% - Covered Service 25% - Maintenance of Way * |
Federal Transit Administration [FTA] | 50% | 10% |
United States Coast Guard [USCG] (with the Dept. of Homeland Security) | 50% | N/A |
The following chart outlines the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates established within DOT Agencies and the USCG for 2019. |
DOT Agency 2019 Random Drug Testing Rate 2019 Random Alcohol Testing Rate |
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Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration [FMCSA] 25% 10% |
Federal Aviation Administration [FAA] 25% 10% |
Federal Railroad Administration [FRA] 25% - Covered Service / 50% - Maintenance of Way * 10% - Covered Service / 25% - Maintenance of Way * |
Federal Transit Administration [FTA] 50% 10% |
United States Coast Guard [USCG] (with the Dept. of Homeland Security) 50% N/A |
What is reasonable suspicion DOT drug testing in Rolling Hills Estates, CA ?
Safety sensitive individuals and employees are required to submit to any test (whether it is a drug test, alcohol test or both) that a supervisor requests based on reasonable suspicion. Reasonable suspicion means that one or more trained supervisors reasonably believes or suspects that you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Supervisors cannot require testing based on a hunch or guess alone; their suspicion must be based on observations concerning your appearance, behavior, speech and smell that are usually associated with drug or alcohol use
What is return to duty DOT Drug Testing in Rolling Hills Estates, CA ?
If you have violated the prohibited drug & alcohol testing rules, you are required to take a return to duty drug and/or alcohol test before being allowed to return to a safety-sensitive function for any DOT regulated employer. You may also be subject to unannounced follow-up testing for at least 6 times in the first 12 months following your return to active safety-sensitive service.
Return-to-duty tests must be conducted under direct observation.
What is DOT post accident drug testing Rolling Hills Estates, CA ?
If you are involved in an event (accident, crash, etc.) meeting certain criteria of the DOT agency, a post-accident drug test will be required. In most cases you will then have to take a drug and alcohol test if you are involved in a qualifying crash. Each DOT agency may have specific rules with regards to what is a post-accident test, for example, the FRA requires a blood specimen for drug testing and an alcohol test.
If you are involved in a qualifying accident, you are required to remain available for this testing and are not permitted to refuse testing.
Remember: Safety-sensitive employees are obligated by law to submit to and cooperate in drug & alcohol testing mandated by DOT regulations.
What is DOT follow up drug testing Rolling Hills Estates, CA ?
DOT follow up testing occurs when an individual has violated the drug and alcohol testing rules. The amount of follow-up testing you receive is determined by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and may continue for up to 5 years. This means the SAP will determine how many times you will be tested (at least 6 times in the first year), for how long, and for what substance (i.e. drugs, alcohol, or both). Your employer is responsible for ensuring that follow-up testing is conducted and completed. Follow up testing is in addition to all other DOT required testing and all follow-up tests will be observed. For more information on the SAP process or to locate a Substance Abuse Professional in Rolling Hills Estates, CA simply call us at (800)221-4291
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Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Understanding DOT Drug Testing
DOT drug testing is a regulatory requirement enforced by the United States Department of Transportation to ensure that operators and safety-sensitive personnel in the transportation industry are compliant with federal drug-free workplace laws. This testing applies to millions of transportation professionals across various sectors, including aviation, trucking, railways, public transit, and pipelines.
Regulated Entities and Individuals
- Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers: Includes anyone operating commercial vehicles that require a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- Aviation Professionals: Applies to pilots, air traffic controllers, flight attendants, and aircraft maintenance personnel.
- Railroad Operators: Covers those who operate trains, prepare vehicles for service, and dispatch operations on the railway.
- Public Transit Workers: Encompasses bus drivers, mechanics, and any staff responsible for the safety of public transport operations.
- Pipeline Operators: Includes individuals involved in the operation and maintenance of pipeline facilities.
What Substances Are Tested?
The DOT drug testing program focuses on several major classes of drugs:
- Amphetamines and Methamphetamines
- Opiates, including heroin, codeine, and morphine
- Cocaine
- THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), found in marijuana
- Phencyclidine (PCP)
Procedure of DOT Drug Testing
The testing process is standardized to prevent tampering and ensure consistent results:
- Sample Collection: Urine samples are collected under strict conditions to ensure that they are not tampered with or substituted.
- Screening Tests: Initial screenings are conducted using immunoassay techniques. If a test is positive, further confirmation is required.
- Confirmation Tests: Confirmatory testing using more precise methods like Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) confirms the presence of specific drugs.
- Review Process: An MRO reviews confirmed positive results to determine if there is a legitimate medical explanation before reporting the result to the employer.
Implications of Non-Compliance
Non-compliance with DOT drug testing regulations can lead to significant consequences:
- Removal from Safety-Sensitive Duties: Employees testing positive are immediately removed from their safety-sensitive duties.
- Rehabilitation and Return-to-Duty Testing: Before returning to duty, employees must undergo an evaluation by a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), complete any prescribed treatment, and have negative results on follow-up tests.
- Employment Consequences: Additional consequences may include job suspension, termination, or other disciplinary actions based on the employer’s policies.
DOT drug testing serves as a critical safeguard in the transportation industry, promoting a safe and responsible work environment while ensuring public safety and compliance with federal regulations.
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Local Area Info: Rolling Hills Estates, California
Rolling Hills Estates is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. On the northern side of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, facing Torrance, Rolling Hills Estates is mostly residential. Incorporated in 1957, Rolling Hills Estates has a large number of horse paths. The population was 8,067 at the 2010 census, up from 7,676 at the 2000 census. In 2017 the population rose to 8,226.
The 2010 US Census reported that Rolling Hills Estates had a population of 8,067. The population density was 2,232.4 people per square mile (862.0/km²). The racial makeup of Rolling Hills Estates was 5,463 (67.7%) White (63.6% Non-Hispanic White), 109 (1.4%) African American, 19 (0.2%) Native American, 2,007 (24.9%) Asian, 8 (0.1%) Pacific Islander, 120 (1.5%) from other races, and 341 (4.2%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 499 persons (6.2%).
There were 2,965 households, out of which 1,023 (34.5%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 2,100 (70.8%) were opposite-sex married couples living together, 192 (6.5%) had a female householder with no husband present, 83 (2.8%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 45 (1.5%) unmarried opposite-sex partnerships, and 23 (0.8%) same-sex married couples or partnerships. 512 households (17.3%) were made up of individuals and 353 (11.9%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.72. There were 2,375 families (80.1% of all households); the average family size was 3.07.