DOT Drug Testing Locations Forest Park, GA
Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in Forest Park, GA 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 Forest Park, GA 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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526 Forest Pkwy Ste K 0.3 miles
Forest Park, GA 30297
5032 CLARK HOWELL HWY 2.2 miles
COLLEGE PARK, GA 30349
769 MORROW RD 2.2 miles
FOREST PARK, GA 30297
217 ARROWHEAD BLVD STE D1 3.1 miles
JONESBORO, GA 30236
4223 MORELAND AVE 3.1 miles
CONLEY, GA 30288
1397 CEDAR GROVE RD 3.2 miles
CONLEY, GA 30288
6681 JONESBORO RD 3.3 miles
MORROW, GA 30260
7147 JONESBORO RD STE L 3.3 miles
Morrow, GA 30260
83 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW STE 155 3.3 miles
RIVERDALE, GA 30274
81 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW #140 3.4 miles
RIVERDALE, GA 30274
791 Oak St 3.4 miles
Hapeville, GA 30354
3580 ATLANTA AVE 3.4 miles
HAPEVILLE, GA 30354
750 MOUNT ZION RD 3.4 miles
JONESBORO, GA 30236
1500 MOUNT ZION RD 3.8 miles
MORROW, GA 30260
1005 VIRGINIA AVE STE 100 4.0 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30354
535 N CENTRAL AVE 4.2 miles
HAPEVILLE, GA 30354
6000 N TERMINAL PKWY STE 315 4.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30320
6000 S TERMINAL PKWY STE 375 4.6 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30337
757 CLEVELAND AVE SW STE D 4.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30315
804 COMMERCE BLVD STE A25 5.9 miles
RIVERDALE, GA 30296
5185 OLD NATIONAL HWY 6.0 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30349
1136 Cleveland Ave Ste 303, S Fulton Med Arts Ctr 6.2 miles
East Point, GA 30344
1203 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1 C 6.5 miles
EAST POINT, GA 30344
923 DILL AVE SW 7.2 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30310
87 HIGHWAY 138 W 7.9 miles
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
501 PULLIAM ST SW STE 144 8.3 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30312
3515 CAMP CREEK PKWY STE 110 9.0 miles
EAST POINT, GA 30344
236 AUBURN AVE NE STE 205A 9.3 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30303
1270 CAROLINE ST NE 9.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30307
305 WILLOW LN 9.6 miles
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
2221 PEACHTREE ST NE 9.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30309
1230 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1900 9.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30309
338 W Peachtree St NW 9.9 miles
Atlanta, GA 30308
550 Peachtree Street NE, Suite, 10.2 miles
Atlanta, GA 30308
550 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1460 10.2 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30308
145 NORTH AVE NE 10.3 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30308
882 PONCE DE LEON AVE NE 10.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30306
688 SPRING ST NW 10.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30308
155 EAGLES WALK STE F 11.0 miles
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
4367 NEW SNAPFINGER WOODS DR 11.1 miles
DECATUR, GA 30035
2375 WESLEY CHAPEL RD 11.1 miles
DECATUR, GA 30035
1129 HOSPITAL DR STE 5E 11.1 miles
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
920 DANNON VW SW STE 3103 CASCADE PROFESSIONAL PARK 11.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30331
115 COMMERCE DR STE A 12.0 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
1365 CLIFTON RD NE 12.0 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30322
635 GLYNN ST N STE 1 12.3 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
5040 SNAPFINGER WOODS DR STE 102 12.4 miles
DECATUR, GA 30035
11760 HASTINGS BRIDGE RD 12.7 miles
HAMPTON, GA 30228
500 LANIER AVE W STE 412 13.2 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
1834 CLAIRMONT RD 13.3 miles
DECATUR, GA 30033
1480 CHATTAHOOCHEE AVE NW 13.4 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30318
1276 MCCONNELL DR 13.4 miles
DECATUR, GA 30033
2292 PEACHTREE RD NW 13.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30309
4445 Commerce Dr SW STE B11 13.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30336
8225 MALL PARKWAY ST 110 13.5 miles
LITHONIA, GA 30038
4525 Fulton Industrial Blvd SW 13.6 miles
Atlanta, GA 30336
4770 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW 13.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30336
4795 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW STE F 13.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30336
3965 CASCADE RD SW STE R 13.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30331
5670 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW 13.9 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30336
80 Vinings Dr Ste 80 13.9 miles
McDonough, GA 30253
1275 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 201 14.2 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
1240 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 102 14.2 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 130 15.3 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30318
1462 W. MONTREAL RD STE 114 15.5 miles
TUCKER, GA 30084
1774 CENTURY BLVD NE STE A 15.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30345
1975 CENTURY BLVD NE STE 4 15.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30345
175 HANDLEY RD STE 200 16.0 miles
TYRONE, GA 30290
3617 ROSWELL RD NE STE A 16.0 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30305
2151A IDLEWOOD RD 16.0 miles
TUCKER, GA 30084
125C HOWELL RD 16.3 miles
TYRONE, GA 30290
4805 BRIARCLIFF RD NE STE 108 16.9 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30345
155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 104 17.0 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 114 17.0 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
1025 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY SE OUTPARCEL 7A 17.0 miles
MABLETON, GA 30126
4425 S COBB DR, SUITE C 17.3 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
101 REGENCY PARK DR STE 100 17.4 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
4400 PEACHTREE RD NE 17.4 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30319
1631 HIGHWAY 20 W 17.4 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
1287 SPUR 138 STE 8 17.4 miles
JONESBORO, GA 30236
3987 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY STE B 18.0 miles
TUCKER, GA 30084
125 S ZACK HINTON PKWY 18.2 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
4480 N COOPER LAKE RD SE 18.3 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30082
23 EASTBROOK BND STE 200 18.4 miles
PEACHTREE CITY, GA 30269
5019 LAVISTA RD 18.4 miles
TUCKER, GA 30084
1497 HIGHWAY 20 W 18.5 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
2300 COMMERCE PL 18.5 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
3791 S COBB DR SE STE A 18.7 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
561 THORNTON RD 18.7 miles
LITHIA SPRINGS, GA 30122
101 QUARTZ DR STE 101 18.8 miles
VILLA RICA, GA 30180
6808 DEER TRAIL LN 19.1 miles
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA 30087
1427 HIGHWAY 138 SE STE 1 19.2 miles
CONYERS, GA 30013
5464 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD 19.4 miles
CHAMBLEE, GA 30341
993 JOHNSON FERRY RD NE BLDG 210 19.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30342
2550 COBB PKWY SE STE 202 19.5 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
4501 CIRCLE 75 PKWY SE STE B-2190 19.6 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30339
545 CONCORD RD SE 19.6 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30082
5610 ROSWELL RD STE 100 19.7 miles
SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30342
975 JOHNSON FERRY RD NE STE 320 19.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30342
2430 HERODIAN WAY SE STE 210 19.7 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
3201 S COBB DR SE STE D1 19.8 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
6425 POWERS FERRY RD NW 19.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30339
3678 N Peachtree Rd Ste 202 19.9 miles
Chamblee, GA 30341
5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd NE, 19.9 miles
Atlanta, GA 30342
2256 ROCKBRIDGE RD 20.3 miles
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA 30087
1039 E FREEWAY DR SE 20.4 miles
CONYERS, GA 30094
2520 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 201 20.4 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30067
2480 Windy Hill Rd Ste 200 20.4 miles
Marietta, GA 30067
2480 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 104 20.4 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30067
2721 S COBB DR SE 20.5 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
4360 CHAMBLEE DUNWOODY RD STE 515 20.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30341
399 AUSTELL RD 20.7 miles
AUSTELL, GA 30106
180 COBB PKWY S 20.8 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30060
3875 AUSTELL RD STE 202 21.0 miles
AUSTELL, GA 30106
4765 STONE MOUNTAIN HWY STE D 21.0 miles
LILBURN, GA 30047
1776 OLD SPRING HOUSE LN STE 200 21.1 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30338
3950 Austell Road SW 21.1 miles
AUSTELL, GA 30106
755 MOUNT VERNON HWY NE STE 270 21.2 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30328
1680 MULKEY RD SW, SUITE B 21.3 miles
AUSTELL, GA 30106
3825 Medical Park Dr. Ste 101, 21.3 miles
Austell, GA 30106
1412 MILSTEAD AVE NE 21.3 miles
CONYERS, GA 30012
1288 WELLBROOK CIR NE STE C 21.4 miles
CONYERS, GA 30012
1140 HAMMOND DR NE BLDG4-SUITE 100 21.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30328
2890 DELK RD SE 21.6 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30067
6438 DAWSON BLVD STE D 21.7 miles
NORCROSS, GA 30093
6660 ROSWELL RD 21.8 miles
SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30328
1575 MOUNT VERNON RD 22.5 miles
DUNWOODY, GA 30338
9390 THE LANDING DR 22.5 miles
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
1745 OLD SPRING HOUSE LN 470 22.6 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30338
1301 SIGMAN RD NE STE 230 22.7 miles
CONYERS, GA 30012
8335 OFFICE PARK DR STE G 22.7 miles
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30134
8337 Office Park Dr Ste A 22.7 miles
Douglasville, GA 30134
620 SIGMAN RD NE STE 400 22.8 miles
CONYERS, GA 30013
1680 GA 138 22.9 miles
CONYERS, GA 30013
6300 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 110 22.9 miles
NORCROSS, GA 30071
2453 POWDER SPRINGS RD SW STE 215 23.0 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30064
6475 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 200 23.1 miles
NORCROSS, GA 30071
470 Franklin Rd SE Ste 103 23.2 miles
Marietta, GA 30067
6760 Jimmy Carter Blvd Ste 150 23.2 miles
Norcross, GA 30071
6825 JIMMY CARTER BLVD STE 1100 23.2 miles
NORCROSS, GA 30071
4861 BILL GARDNER PKWY 23.3 miles
LOCUST GROVE, GA 30248
1395 S MARIETTA PKWY SE STE 200 STE 212 23.5 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30067
3875 POWDER SPRINGS RD 23.5 miles
POWDER SPRINGS, GA 30127
1657 N EXPRESSWAY 23.6 miles
GRIFFIN, GA 30223
7421 DOUGLAS BLVD STE A 23.6 miles
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
3216 HIGHWAY 5 23.7 miles
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
270 COBB PKWY S STE 30 23.7 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30060
4774 LOWER ROSWELL RD 23.9 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30068
3300 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD STE 110 23.9 miles
NORCROSS, GA 30092
3778 HIGHWAY 42 24.1 miles
LOCUST GROVE, GA 30248
On-site only 24.2 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30068
3720 HOLCOMB BRIDGE RD 24.4 miles
NORCROSS, GA 30092
3295 River Exchange Dr Ste 584 24.8 miles
NORCROSS, GA 30092
220 COBB PKWY N STE 400 24.9 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30062
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How to schedule a DOT drug test in Forest Park, GA
To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in Forest Park, GA 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 Forest Park, GA , 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 Forest Park, GA
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 Forest Park, GA ?
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 Forest Park, GA ?
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 Forest Park, GA ?
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 Forest Park, GA ?
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 Forest Park, GA ?
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 Forest Park, GA ?
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 Forest Park, GA ?
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 Forest Park, GA ?
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 Forest Park, GA 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: Forest Park, Georgia
Forest Park is a city in Clayton County, Georgia, United States. It is located approximately nine miles (14 km) south of Atlanta and is part of the Atlanta–Sandy Springs–Marietta Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 18,468.
Originally the third stop from Atlanta on the Macon and Western Railroad, the city was incorporated in 1908. The community was named for the parklike setting of the original town site. The 1,465-acre (5.93 km2) Fort Gillem was founded nearby in 1941 and was annexed into the city in 1973.
As of the census of 2010, there were 18,468 people, 6,877 households, and 4,839 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,990.9 people per square mile (882.8/km²). There were 7,233 housing units at an average density of 771.5 per square mile (297.7/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 19.2% White, 37.7% African American, 0.50% Native American, 7.9% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latino of any race were 34.3% of the population.