DOT Drug Testing Locations Kinnelon, NJ
Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in Kinnelon, NJ 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 Kinnelon, NJ 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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1395 Route 23S, Unit C-1 0.9 miles
Butler, NJ 7405
72 HAMBURG TPKE 3.3 miles
RIVERDALE, NJ 7457
16 BROOKWOOD RD 5.6 miles
TOWACO, NJ 7082
19 YAWPO AVE 6.9 miles
OAKLAND, NJ 7436
338 W MAIN ST 7.2 miles
BOONTON, NJ 7005
46 PARSIPPANY BLVD 7.9 miles
BOONTON, NJ 7005
759 HAMBURG TPKE 8.1 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
705 HAMBURG TPKE 8.2 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
401 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 203 8.9 miles
Wayne, NJ 7470
307 HAMBURG TPKE, STE 103 9.1 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
150 FAIRFIELD RD 9.5 miles
FAIRFIELD, NJ 7004
190 BALDWIN RD 9.5 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
50 Cherry Hill Rd, Ste 103 9.6 miles
Parsippany, NJ 7054
200 US HIGHWAY 46 9.9 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
276 E Main St, 10.0 miles
Denville, NJ 7834
3175 STATE ROUTE 10 Ste 500 10.2 miles
DENVILLE, NJ 7834
225 US HIGHWAY 46 STE A 10.3 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
148 PARSIPPANY RD STE 2 10.4 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
500 UNION BLVD 10.5 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
500 Union Blvd, 10.5 miles
Totowa, NJ 7512
26 DEHART AVE 10.6 miles
HEWITT, NJ 7421
891 TABOR RD 11.1 miles
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ 7950
600 MOUNT PLEASANT AVE 11.2 miles
DOVER, NJ 7801
1114 GOFFLE RD 11.4 miles
HAWTHORNE, NJ 7506
401 GOFFLE RD 11.7 miles
RIDGEWOOD, NJ 7450
159 FRANKLIN TPKE 12.8 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
140 FRANKLIN TPKE 12.8 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
1 W RIDGEWOOD AVE STE G1 12.9 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
83 HEWITT RD 13.0 miles
HEWITT, NJ 7421
680 BROADWAY, UNIT B3 13.0 miles
PATERSON, NJ 7514
500 N Franklin Turnpike,, second floor 13.0 miles
Ramsey, NJ 7446
127 Union St, 13.2 miles
Ridgewood, NJ 7450
180 FRANKLIN TPKE 13.2 miles
MAHWAH, NJ 7430
10 FRANKLIN TPKE 13.4 miles
MAHWAH, NJ 7430
325 STATE ROUTE 10 13.5 miles
EAST HANOVER, NJ 7936
130 SPEEDWELL AVE 13.5 miles
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ 7950
On-site only 13.6 miles
Clifton, NJ 7013
98 N MARYLAND AVE 13.7 miles
LAKE HOPATCONG, NJ 7849
22-11 STATE RT 208 13.8 miles
FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
400 STATE ROUTE 10 13.9 miles
RANDOLPH, NJ 7869
15-01 BROADWAY 14.1 miles
FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
477 Route 10 East, Suite 203 14.2 miles
Randolph, NJ 7869
283 PIAGET AVE 14.2 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7011
1355 BROAD ST 14.3 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
1011 CLIFTON AVE STE 2C 14.3 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
881 Allwood Rd, Suite 103 14.6 miles
Clifton, NJ 7012
Indian Rock Shopping Center, Route 59 & Hemion Road 14.7 miles
Suffern, NY 10901
1139 MAIN AVENUE 14.8 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7015
33-00 Broadway, Suite 305 14.8 miles
Fair Lawn, NJ 7410
123 MCAFEE VERNON RD STE 100 14.9 miles
VERNON, NJ 7462
464 EAGLE ROCK AVE STE C 15.0 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
67 E RIDGEWOOD AVE 15.1 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
212 STATE HIGHWAY 94 STE 1D 15.1 miles
VERNON, NJ 7462
1 GREENWOOD AVE STE 102 15.4 miles
MONTCLAIR, NJ 7042
95 MADISON AVE STE 106 15.5 miles
MORRISTOWN, NJ 7960
49 Claremont Avenue, 15.5 miles
Montclair, NJ 7042
456 PROSPECT AVE 15.6 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
101 Madison Ave, Ste 101 15.6 miles
Morristown, NJ 7960
557 BROAD ST 15.8 miles
BLOOMFIELD, NJ 7003
15 ESSEX RD STE 5 15.8 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
193 Route 17 South 15.9 miles
Paramus, NJ 7652
85 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD 16.0 miles
Montvale, NJ 7645
66 TOWN CENTRE, SUITE 310 16.3 miles
SUCCASUNNA, NJ 7876
349 E Northfield Rd, Ste 203 16.3 miles
Livingston, NJ 7039
614 FRANKLIN AVE STE 101 16.5 miles
NUTLEY, NJ 7110
222 ROUTE 59 16.7 miles
SUFFERN, NY 10901
101 Old Short Hills Road Suite 415 16.7 miles
West Orange, NJ 7052
501 STATE ROUTE 10 17.1 miles
LEDGEWOOD, NJ 7852
11 BOULDER HILLS BLVD 17.2 miles
WANTAGE, NJ 7461
184 ESSEX ST 17.4 miles
LODI, NJ 7644
66 SUNSET STRIP 17.4 miles
SUCCASUNNA, NJ 7876
680 Kinderkamack Rd, 17.8 miles
Oradell, NJ 7649
1 Clara Maass Drive Cont Care Bldg 1st FL 17.8 miles
Belleville, NJ 7109
178 FLOYD ST 18.0 miles
BELLEVILLE, NJ 7109
385 Prospect Ave, 18.0 miles
Hackensack, NJ 7601
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 18.0 miles
WOOD RIDGE, NJ 7075
170 PROSPECT AVE STE 201 18.1 miles
HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
360 ESSEX ST STE 203 18.1 miles
HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
71 UNION AVE STE 103 18.1 miles
RUTHERFORD, NJ 7070
17 Sylvan St, 18.3 miles
Rutherford, NJ 7070
60 MAIN ST STE 2 C 18.4 miles
WARWICK, NY 10990
215 OLD HOOK RD 18.4 miles
WESTWOOD, NJ 7675
464 VALLEY BROOK AVE 18.4 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
261 Old Hook Rd, 18.5 miles
Westwood, NJ 7675
560 NEW YORK AVE 18.5 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
2 CITY HALL PLZ STE 302 18.6 miles
RAHWAY, NJ 7065
60 1ST ST 18.6 miles
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ 7079
125 Newton - Sparta Road, Suite 1 18.7 miles
Newton, NJ 7860
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD STE 401 18.7 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
150 NORTH ST 19.0 miles
TETERBORO, NJ 7608
420 Nanuet Mall S, Unit 307 19.4 miles
Nanuet, NY 10954
33 NEWTON SPARTA RD 19.5 miles
NEWTON, NJ 7860
225 MILLBURN AVE STE 303 19.6 miles
MILLBURN, NJ 7041
104 E ROUTE 59 19.6 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
65 LOVE LN 19.6 miles
NETCONG, NJ 7857
116 MILLBURN AVE STE 102 19.8 miles
MILLBURN, NJ 7041
40 WASHINGTON AVE 19.9 miles
DUMONT, NJ 7628
2040 MILLBURN AVE STE 203 20.0 miles
MAPLEWOOD, NJ 7040
180 BOYDEN AVE 20.1 miles
MAPLEWOOD, NJ 7040
179 Cedar Lane, Suite E 20.1 miles
Teaneck, NJ 7666
259 N MIDDLETOWN RD 20.1 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
27 TOTE RD 20.3 miles
BYRAM TOWNSHIP, NJ 7821
718 TEANECK RD 20.4 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
1540 ROUTE 202 STE 6 20.6 miles
POMONA, NY 10970
140 FRANKLIN RD 20.6 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
1 ORCHARD ST 20.7 miles
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ 7660
181 HIGH ST 20.8 miles
NEWTON, NJ 7860
978 Route 45, Ste 202 20.9 miles
Pomona, NY 10970
2300 VAUXHALL RD 21.0 miles
UNION, NJ 7083
444-450 BERGEN ST HARRISON PLAZA SHOPPING MALL 21.0 miles
HARRISON, NJ 7029
450 BERGEN ST 21.0 miles
HARRISON, NJ 7029
24 Commerce St, 4th floor, Suite 410 21.0 miles
Newark, NJ 7102
2333 MORRIS AVE STE A12 21.3 miles
UNION, NJ 7083
210 MEADOWLANDS PKWY 21.4 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
406 MILLTOWN RD 21.5 miles
SPRINGFIELD, NJ 7081
99 DUTCH HILL RD STE 1200 21.7 miles
ORANGEBURG, NY 10962
25 Rockwood Pl, Ste 1 21.7 miles
Englewood, NJ 7631
375 MCCARTER HWY 21.8 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7114
1896 Morris Ave, 2nd Floor 21.8 miles
Union, NJ 7083
500 PIERMONT RD STE 304 21.9 miles
CLOSTER, NJ 7624
160 PARIS AVE STE 1 21.9 miles
NORTHVALE, NJ 7647
90 US HIGHWAY 22 21.9 miles
SPRINGFIELD, NJ 7081
221 CHESTNUT ST 21.9 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7105
200 US HIGHWAY 22 22.0 miles
SPRINGFIELD, NJ 7081
30 SEAVIEW DR 22.1 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
1 Anderson Rd, Ste 101, Lower Level Public Li 22.2 miles
Bernardsville, NJ 7924
151 N Main St, Unit 307 22.2 miles
New City, NY 10956
368 SPRING ST 22.9 miles
UNION, NJ 7083
451-479 DOREMUS AVE 23.3 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7105
464 Hudson Terrace, 23.4 miles
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 7632
800 SYLVAN AVE 23.4 miles
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ 7632
340 AIRIS DR STE 203 23.4 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7114
339-1 AIRIS DR STE 205 23.4 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7114
6701 BERGENLINE AVE 23.4 miles
WEST NEW YORK, NJ 7093
663 PALISADE AVE 23.5 miles
CLIFFSIDE PARK, NJ 7010
4914-4922 Kennedy Blvd., Suite 206 23.5 miles
West New York, NJ 7093
3196 KENNEDY BLVD 2ND FL 23.5 miles
UNION CITY, NJ 7087
18 LYONS MALL 24.0 miles
BASKING RIDGE, NJ 7920
522 CENTRAL AVE 24.1 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7307
311 NORTH MIDLAND AVE 24.1 miles
NYACK, NY 10960
189 Elm St, Lower Level 24.1 miles
Westfield, NJ 7090
854 W SIDE AVE 24.2 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7306
711 E 1st Ave, Store #17 24.2 miles
Roselle, NJ 7203
500 WESTFIELD AVE 24.3 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7208
574 SUMMIT AVE 4th Floor 24.5 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7306
600 Pavonia Ave, 3rd floor 24.5 miles
Jersey City, NJ 7306
34 N ROUTE 9W 24.6 miles
WEST HAVERSTRAW, NY 10993
606 DOWD AVE 24.6 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7201
791 Route 17M, Monroe Shopping Center 24.6 miles
Monroe, NY 10950
595 DIVISION ST 24.6 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7201
313 SOUTH AVE STE 104 24.9 miles
FANWOOD, NJ 7023
3421 BROADWAY 24.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10031
4876 BROADWAY 25.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10034
505 STATE ROUTE 208 Ste 15 25.0 miles
MONROE, NY 10950
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How to schedule a DOT drug test in Kinnelon, NJ
To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in Kinnelon, NJ 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 Kinnelon, NJ , 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 Kinnelon, NJ
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 Kinnelon, NJ ?
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 Kinnelon, NJ ?
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 Kinnelon, NJ ?
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 Kinnelon, NJ ?
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 Kinnelon, NJ ?
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 Kinnelon, NJ ?
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 Kinnelon, NJ ?
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 Kinnelon, NJ ?
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 Kinnelon, NJ 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: Kinnelon, New Jersey
Kinnelon is a borough in Morris County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population was 10,248, reflecting an increase of 883 (+9.4%) from the 9,365 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 895 (+10.6%) from the 8,470 counted in the 1990 Census. It is a low-density, suburban community, with many parks and trails.
Once known as Charlotteburg, Kinnelon was formed as a borough by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on February 20, 1922, from portions of Pequannock Township, based on the results of a referendum passed on March 21, 1922. The borough's name comes from Francis S. Kinney, who purchased 5,000 acres (20 km2) of land in the 1880s for an estate that included Lake Kinnelon, and built St. Hubert's Chapel in 1886 on an island in the lake.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough had a total area of 19.186 square miles (49.693 km2), including 17.987 square miles (46.587 km2) of land and 1.199 square miles (3.106 km2) of water (6.25%).