Central, LA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total):

Population (male): 14,253

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $821.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Central: 89.9 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 7.2%

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (27.2%), French (11.0%), Italian (7.0%), Irish (5.9%), English (4.6%), French Canadian (4.6%).

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $55,326
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $30,416
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $191,200 Central:$191,200LA:$162,500

Races:
      White alone - 24,285 - 84.9%
      Black alone - 2,959 - 10.4%
      Hispanic - 659 - 2.3%
      Two or more races - 304 - 1.1%
      Asian alone - 191 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 23 - 0.08%

Central is located in the east-central part of East Baton Rouge. The eastern boundary follows the Amite River, which forms the border with Livingston Parish.

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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DOT Drug Testing Locations Central, LA

Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in Central, LA 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 Central, LA 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.

Scheduling a DOT test is Fast and Easy, call our scheduling department or schedule your test online 24/7

* You must register by phone or online to receive your donor pass/registration prior to proceeding to the testing center.

5437 W PARK AVE 2.9 miles

5437 W PARK AVE
HOUMA, LA 70364
Categories: HOUMA LA

120 LANSDOWN DR 3.6 miles

120 LANSDOWN DR
HOUMA, LA 70360
Categories: HOUMA LA

144 VALHI LAGOON XING 4.6 miles

144 VALHI LAGOON XING
HOUMA, LA 70360
Categories: HOUMA LA

131 CORPORATE DR 4.6 miles

131 CORPORATE DR
HOUMA, LA 70360
Categories: HOUMA LA

409 N HOLLYWOOD RD 5.2 miles

409 N HOLLYWOOD RD
HOUMA, LA 70364
Categories: HOUMA LA

1161B Saint Charles St 5.3 miles

1161B Saint Charles St
HOUMA, LA 70360
Categories: HOUMA LA

826 SCHOOL STREET 6.4 miles

826 SCHOOL STREET
HOUMA, LA 70360
Categories: HOUMA LA

818 VERRET ST 6.4 miles

818 VERRET ST
HOUMA, LA 70360
Categories: HOUMA LA

855 BELANGER ST STE 108 6.4 miles

855 BELANGER ST STE 108
HOUMA, LA 70360
Categories: HOUMA LA

855 Belanger Street, Suite 105 6.4 miles

855 Belanger Street, Suite 105
Houma, LA 70360
Categories: Houma LA

291 LIBERTY ST 6.6 miles

291 LIBERTY ST
HOUMA, LA 70360
Categories: HOUMA LA

606 LIBERTY ST 6.6 miles

606 LIBERTY ST
HOUMA, LA 70360
Categories: HOUMA LA

108 LOIS RD 7.1 miles

108 LOIS RD
HOUMA, LA 70363
Categories: HOUMA LA

200 CLENDENNING RD 9.2 miles

200 CLENDENNING RD
HOUMA, LA 70363
Categories: HOUMA LA

111 ACADIA PARK DR 9.5 miles

111 ACADIA PARK DR
RACELAND, LA 70394
Categories: RACELAND LA

602 N ACADIA RD 9.8 miles

602 N ACADIA RD
THIBODAUX, LA 70301
Categories: THIBODAUX LA

804 S ACADIA RD 9.9 miles

804 S ACADIA RD
THIBODAUX, LA 70301
Categories: THIBODAUX LA

318 N CANAL BLVD 11.6 miles

318 N CANAL BLVD
THIBODEAUX, LA 70301
Categories: THIBODEAUX LA

602 N ACADIA RD MEDICAL MALL 12.2 miles

602 N ACADIA RD MEDICAL MALL
THIBODAUX, LA 70301
Categories: THIBODAUX LA

200 FORD INDUSTRIAL RD 18.2 miles

200 FORD INDUSTRIAL RD
AMELIA, LA 70340
Categories: AMELIA LA

22080 HIGHWAY 20 23.3 miles

22080 HIGHWAY 20
VACHERIE, LA 70090
Categories: VACHERIE LA

7710 HIGHWAY 182 E STE 1 23.4 miles

7710 HIGHWAY 182 E STE 1
MORGAN CITY, LA 70380
Categories: MORGAN CITY LA

1201 KENNETH ST 23.8 miles

1201 KENNETH ST
MORGAN CITY, LA 70380
Categories: MORGAN CITY LA

1125 MARGUERITE ST 23.9 miles

1125 MARGUERITE ST
MORGAN CITY, LA 70380
Categories: MORGAN CITY LA

1122 8TH ST 24.0 miles

1122 8TH ST
MORGAN CITY, LA 70380
Categories: MORGAN CITY LA

1124 7TH ST 24.0 miles

1124 7TH ST
MORGAN CITY, LA 70380
Categories: MORGAN CITY LA

135 HIGHWAY 402 25.8 miles

135 HIGHWAY 402
NAPOLEONVILLE, LA 70390
Categories: NAPOLEONVILLE LA

13554 HIGHWAY 3235 28.0 miles

13554 HIGHWAY 3235
LAROSE, LA 70373
Categories: LAROSE LA

2471 LOUISIANA AVE 28.9 miles

2471 LOUISIANA AVE
LUTCHER, LA 70071
Categories: LUTCHER LA

1645 LUTCHER AVE 29.1 miles

1645 LUTCHER AVE
LUTCHER, LA 70071
Categories: LUTCHER LA

1731 LUTCHER AVE 29.1 miles

1731 LUTCHER AVE
LUTCHER, LA 70071
Categories: LUTCHER LA

14297 HIGHWAY 90 29.4 miles

14297 HIGHWAY 90
BOUTTE, LA 70039
Categories: BOUTTE LA

108 N EZIDORE AVE 29.5 miles

108 N EZIDORE AVE
GRAMERCY, LA 70052
Categories: GRAMERCY LA

16148 W MAIN ST 31.1 miles

16148 W MAIN ST
CUT OFF, LA 70345
Categories: CUT OFF LA

118 W 111TH ST 31.3 miles

118 W 111TH ST
CUT OFF, LA 70345
Categories: CUT OFF LA

200 W 134TH PL 32.5 miles

200 W 134TH PL
CUT OFF, LA 70345
Categories: CUT OFF LA

1207 Paul Maillard 32.7 miles

1207 Paul Maillard
Luling, LA 70070
Categories: Luling LA

1057 PAUL MAILLARD RD 32.8 miles

1057 PAUL MAILLARD RD
LULING, LA 70070
Categories: LULING LA

301 MEMORIAL DR 33.1 miles

301 MEMORIAL DR
DONALDSONVILLE, LA 70346
Categories: DONALDSONVILLE LA

214 CLINIC DR 33.1 miles

214 CLINIC DR
DONALDSONVILLE, LA 70346
Categories: DONALDSONVILLE LA

3919 W AIRLINE HWY 33.4 miles

3919 W AIRLINE HWY
RESERVE, LA 70084
Categories: RESERVE LA

16179 RIVER RD 33.7 miles

16179 RIVER RD
HAHNVILLE, LA 70057
Categories: HAHNVILLE LA

3584 W AIRLINE HWY 33.9 miles

3584 W AIRLINE HWY
RESERVE, LA 70084
Categories: RESERVE LA

14902 RIVER RD 34.3 miles

14902 RIVER RD
NORCO, LA 70079
Categories: NORCO LA

735 W 5TH ST 34.7 miles

735 W 5TH ST
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

502 RUE DE SANTE STE 308 34.7 miles

502 RUE DE SANTE STE 308
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

501 Rue De Sante, Suite 10 34.8 miles

501 Rue De Sante, Suite 10
La Place, LA 70068
Categories: La Place LA

113 Belle Terre Blvd 35.3 miles

113 Belle Terre Blvd
LaPlace, LA 70068
Categories: LaPlace LA

429 W AIRLINE HWY STE B 35.5 miles

429 W AIRLINE HWY STE B
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

429 W AIRLINE HWY STE H 35.5 miles

429 W AIRLINE HWY STE H
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

2139 SPYGLASS DR 36.4 miles

2139 SPYGLASS DR
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

3317 NEW HIGHWAY 51 36.9 miles

3317 NEW HIGHWAY 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

3674 HWY 51 37.4 miles

3674 HWY 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

3674 HWY. 51 37.4 miles

3674 HWY. 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

41237 HWY 22 37.4 miles

41237 HWY 22
BURNSIDE, LA 70738
Categories: BURNSIDE LA

2612 S Ruby St 40.2 miles

2612 S Ruby St
Gonzales, LA 70737
Categories: Gonzales LA

2647 S SAINT ELIZABETH BLVD STE 125 40.8 miles

2647 S SAINT ELIZABETH BLVD STE 125
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

1205 W EDENBORNE PKWY 40.8 miles

1205 W EDENBORNE PKWY
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

1124 S BURNSIDE AVE 40.9 miles

1124 S BURNSIDE AVE
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

214 S BURNSIDE AVE STE A 41.3 miles

214 S BURNSIDE AVE STE A
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

1600 WILLIAMS BLVD 41.6 miles

1600 WILLIAMS BLVD
KENNER, LA 70062
Categories: KENNER LA

200 W Esplanade Ave, Suite 309 41.8 miles

200 W Esplanade Ave, Suite 309
Kenner, LA 70065
Categories: Kenner LA

708 W Esplanade Ave 42.3 miles

708 W Esplanade Ave
Kenner, LA 70065
Categories: Kenner LA

2552 WILLIAMS BLVD 42.3 miles

2552 WILLIAMS BLVD
KENNER, LA 70062
Categories: KENNER LA

200 HICKORY AVE 42.4 miles

200 HICKORY AVE
HARAHAN, LA 70123
Categories: HARAHAN LA

2714 DELAWARE AVE 42.4 miles

2714 DELAWARE AVE
KENNER, LA 70062
Categories: KENNER LA

1525 DICKORY AVE 42.7 miles

1525 DICKORY AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70123
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

5800 PLAUCHE CT 42.8 miles

5800 PLAUCHE CT
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70123
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

606 HAIFLEIGH ST 42.9 miles

606 HAIFLEIGH ST
FRANKLIN, LA 70538
Categories: FRANKLIN LA

5440 MOUNES ST Ste 110 43.2 miles

5440 MOUNES ST Ste 110
HARAHAN, LA 70123
Categories: HARAHAN LA

5525 HIGHWAY 3115 43.3 miles

5525 HIGHWAY 3115
GEISMAR, LA 70734
Categories: GEISMAR LA

401 4TH ST 44.1 miles

401 4TH ST
BRIDGE CITY, LA 70094
Categories: BRIDGE CITY LA

4701 BURKE DR 44.2 miles

4701 BURKE DR
METAIRIE, LA 70003
Categories: METAIRIE LA

4015 JEFFERSON HWY 44.5 miles

4015 JEFFERSON HWY
JEFFERSON, LA 70121
Categories: JEFFERSON LA

1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY BLDG A FIRST FLOOR 44.6 miles

1221 S CLEARVIEW PKWY BLDG A FIRST FLOOR
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70121
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

4770 S I 10 Service Rd W, Suite 210 44.8 miles

4770 S I 10 Service Rd W, Suite 210
Metairie, LA 70001
Categories: Metairie LA

4539 N I 10 SERVICE RD W STE 101 45.2 miles

4539 N I 10 SERVICE RD W STE 101
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Categories: METAIRIE LA

3100 HOUMA BLVD 45.3 miles

3100 HOUMA BLVD
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Categories: METAIRIE LA

4713 UTICA ST 45.4 miles

4713 UTICA ST
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Categories: METAIRIE LA

4330 LOVELAND ST, SUITE C 45.5 miles

4330 LOVELAND ST, SUITE C
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Categories: METAIRIE LA

3601 HOUMA BLVD STE 210 45.5 miles

3601 HOUMA BLVD STE 210
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Categories: METAIRIE LA

3601 HOUMA BLVD STE 203 45.5 miles

3601 HOUMA BLVD STE 203
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Categories: METAIRIE LA

2821 RICHLAND AVE STE 100 45.5 miles

2821 RICHLAND AVE STE 100
METAIRIE, LA 70002
Categories: METAIRIE LA

3908 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 45.7 miles

3908 Veterans Memorial Blvd,
Metairie, LA 70002
Categories: Metairie LA

4200 HOUMA BLVD 45.7 miles

4200 HOUMA BLVD
METAIRIE, LA 70006
Categories: METAIRIE LA

1660 BARATARIA BLVD 45.8 miles

1660 BARATARIA BLVD
MARRERO, LA 70072
Categories: MARRERO LA

1625 Barataria Blvd 45.8 miles

1625 Barataria Blvd
Marrero, LA 70072
Categories: Marrero LA

5243 TCHOUPITOULAS ST 46.0 miles

5243 TCHOUPITOULAS ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70115
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

4700 Wichers Dr, 46.1 miles

4700 Wichers Dr,
Marrero, LA 70072
Categories: Marrero LA

1101 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD 46.2 miles

1101 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
MARRERO, LA 70072
Categories: MARRERO LA

2637 EDENBORN AVE STE 303 46.2 miles

2637 EDENBORN AVE STE 303
METAIRIE, LA 70002
Categories: METAIRIE LA

4475 WESTBANK EXPY 46.4 miles

4475 WESTBANK EXPY
MARRERO, LA 70072
Categories: MARRERO LA

3300 W ESPLANADE AVE S 46.9 miles

3300 W ESPLANADE AVE S
METAIRIE, LA 70002
Categories: METAIRIE LA

2820 Napoleon Avenue, Suite 230 47.1 miles

2820 Napoleon Avenue, Suite 230
New Orleans, LA 70115
Categories: New Orleans LA

1260 DESTREHAN AVE 47.2 miles

1260 DESTREHAN AVE
HARVEY, LA 70058
Categories: HARVEY LA

3117 7TH ST 47.2 miles

3117 7TH ST
METAIRIE, LA 70002
Categories: METAIRIE LA

3525 Prytania Street, Suite 506 47.4 miles

3525 Prytania Street, Suite 506
New Orleans, LA 70115
Categories: New Orleans LA

4640 S CARROLLTON AVE STE 225 48.3 miles

4640 S CARROLLTON AVE STE 225
New Orleans, LA 70119
Categories: New Orleans LA

2439 MANHATTAN BLVD STE 502 48.5 miles

2439 MANHATTAN BLVD STE 502
HARVEY, LA 70058
Categories: HARVEY LA

1716 SAINT CHARLES AVE 48.5 miles

1716 SAINT CHARLES AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70130
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

2532 TULANE AVE 48.6 miles

2532 TULANE AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

618 N CARROLLTON AVE 48.8 miles

618 N CARROLLTON AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

2714 CANAL ST STE 102 48.8 miles

2714 CANAL ST STE 102
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

1340 POYDRAS ST STE 2040 48.9 miles

1340 POYDRAS ST STE 2040
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

1716 CLEVELAND AVE 49.0 miles

1716 CLEVELAND AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

2127 BELLE CHASSE HWY 49.1 miles

2127 BELLE CHASSE HWY
GRETNA, LA 70053
Categories: GRETNA LA

900 MAGAZINE ST 49.1 miles

900 MAGAZINE ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70130
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

750 CAMP ST 49.1 miles

750 CAMP ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70130
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

1751 GENTILLY BLVD - DERBY BUILDING 49.1 miles

1751 GENTILLY BLVD - DERBY BUILDING
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

1125 W HIGHWAY 30 49.2 miles

1125 W HIGHWAY 30
GONZALES, LA 70737
Categories: GONZALES LA

318 BARONNE ST 49.2 miles

318 BARONNE ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

1010 COMMON ST STE 2970 49.3 miles

1010 COMMON ST STE 2970
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Categories: NEW ORLEANS LA

1581 CAROL SUE AVE STE E 49.4 miles

1581 CAROL SUE AVE STE E
TERRYTOWN, LA 70056
Categories: TERRYTOWN LA

148 WALL BLVD 49.7 miles

148 WALL BLVD
GRETNA, LA 70056
Categories: GRETNA LA

107 Wall Blvd Suite A 49.7 miles

107 Wall Blvd Suite A
Gretna, LA 70056
Categories: Gretna LA

107 WALL BLVD STE A 49.8 miles

107 WALL BLVD STE A
GRETNA, LA 70056
Categories: GRETNA LA

120 MEADOWCREST ST 49.9 miles

120 MEADOWCREST ST
GRETNA, LA 70056
Categories: GRETNA LA

2600 Belle Chasse Highway, Suite 207 50.0 miles

2600 Belle Chasse Highway, Suite 207
Gretna, LA 70056
Categories: Gretna LA

2600 Belle Chasse Hwy STE 201 50.0 miles

2600 Belle Chasse Hwy STE 201
Terrytown, LA 70056
Categories: Terrytown LA

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How to schedule a DOT drug test in Central, LA

To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in Central, LA 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 Central, LA , 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!

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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!

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 Central, LA

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.

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What is a DOT Drug Test in Central, LA ?

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)
  • ** 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 Central, LA ?

    All safety sensitive employees regardless of DOT agency are required for the following drug testing and/or alcohol testing based on each situation:

    • Pre-employment
    • Random
    • Reasonable suspicion
    • Return to Duty
    • Post-Accident
    • Follow Up

What is DOT pre employment testing in Central, LA ?

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 Central, LA ?

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
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
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

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What is reasonable suspicion DOT drug testing in Central, LA ?

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 Central, LA ?

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 Central, LA ?

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 Central, LA ?

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 Central, LA simply call us at (800)221-4291

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. 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:

  1. Amphetamines and Methamphetamines
  2. Opiates, including heroin, codeine, and morphine
  3. Cocaine
  4. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), found in marijuana
  5. 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.

Local Area Info: South Los Angeles

According to the Los Angeles Times, South Los Angeles (formerly known as South-Central) ”is defined on Los Angeles city maps as a 16-square-mile rectangle with two prongs at the south end.” In 2003, the Los Angeles City Council renamed this area "South Los Angeles".

The name South Los Angeles can also refer to a larger 51-square mile area that includes areas within the city limits of Los Angeles as well as five unicorporated neighborhoods in the southern portion of the County of Los Angeles.

The City of Los Angeles delineates South Los Angeles as an area of 15.5 square miles. Adjacent neighborhoods include West Adams, Baldwin Hills, and Leimert Park to the west and the Southeast Los Angeles region of the city (the 26-neighborhood area east of the Harbor Freeway) on the east.

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Population (total):

Population (male): 14,253

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $821.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Central: 89.9 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 7.2%

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (27.2%), French (11.0%), Italian (7.0%), Irish (5.9%), English (4.6%), French Canadian (4.6%).

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $55,326
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $30,416
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $191,200 Central:$191,200LA:$162,500

Races:
      White alone - 24,285 - 84.9%
      Black alone - 2,959 - 10.4%
      Hispanic - 659 - 2.3%
      Two or more races - 304 - 1.1%
      Asian alone - 191 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 23 - 0.08%

Central is located in the east-central part of East Baton Rouge. The eastern boundary follows the Amite River, which forms the border with Livingston Parish.

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