DOT Drug Testing Locations White Horse, NJ
Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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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1544 KUSER RD STE C9 1.3 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8619
1225 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd, Suite 201 1.4 miles
Hamilton, NJ 8619
1255 WHITEHORSE MERCERVILLE RD 1.5 miles
MERCERVILLE, NJ 8619
1670 WHITEHORSE HAMILTON SQUARE RD 1.8 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
2 HAMILTON HEALTH PL 2.3 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
601 HAMILTON AVE 2.9 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8629
811 HIGHWAY 33 3.1 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8619
2222 HIGHWAY 33 STE H 3.2 miles
HAMILTON, NJ 8690
1 WASHINGTON BLVD STE A 4.1 miles
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ 8691
750 BRUNSWICK AVE 4.2 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8638
832 BRUNSWICK AVE 4.3 miles
TRENTON, NJ 8638
2500 US HIGHWAY 1 4.8 miles
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 8648
168 Franklin Corner Rd, Bldg. 2, Suite 1D 6.0 miles
Lawrenceville, NJ 8648
153 Levittown Pkwy, Suite 5A 7.2 miles
Levittown, PA 19055
PO BOX 233 7.3 miles
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
605 S QUEEN ANNE DR 7.9 miles
FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030
380 OXFORD VALLEY RD 8.9 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
360 OXFORD VALLEY RD 8.9 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
301 OXFORD VALLEY RD STE 1104 8.9 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
333 N Oxford Valley Road, Suite 203 8.9 miles
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
586 Middletown Blvd, Suite C-11 9.4 miles
Langhorne, PA 19047
930 TOWN CENTER DR STE G30 9.4 miles
LANGHORNE, PA 19047
701 FLORAL VALE BLVD STE 701 9.8 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
304 FLORAL VALE BLVD 9.9 miles
YARDLEY, PA 19067
200 Commerce Circle, Bristol Park Shopping Center 10.1 miles
Bristol, PA 19007
1854 VETERANS HWY 10.5 miles
LEVITTOWN, PA 19056
501 BATH RD 10.5 miles
BRISTOL, PA 19007
5 PLAINSBORO RD STE 570 11.2 miles
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
2103 MOUNT HOLLY RD 12.1 miles
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
601 Ewing St, Suite C-22 12.7 miles
Princeton, NJ 8540
3 LIBERTY ST, Suite 1016 13.1 miles
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
101 BURRS RD BLDG 2 STE A 13.2 miles
WESTAMPTON, NJ 8060
811 SUNSET ROAD 13.3 miles
BURLINGTON, NJ 8016
1000 OLDHAM CT 13.4 miles
BENSALEM, PA 19020
220 Sunset Rd, Suite 5D 13.7 miles
Willingboro, NJ 8046
2966 STREET RD 14.5 miles
BENSALEM, PA 19020
218A SUNSET RD 14.9 miles
WILLINGBORO, NJ 8046
4318 ROUTE 130 14.9 miles
WILLINGBORO, NJ 8046
1613 Route 38, 15.1 miles
Lumberton, NJ 8048
4105 US HIGHWAY 1 STE 1 15.8 miles
MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ 8852
210 E. Street Road, 3rd Floor, Ste 3D 16.0 miles
Feasterville, PA 19053
4022 Woodhaven Rd, 16.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19154
2837 SOUTHAMPTON RD 16.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19154
2804 SOUTHAMPTON RD 16.1 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19154
2 CENTRE DR STE 400 16.1 miles
MONROE, NJ 8831
130 Almshouse Rd, 16.8 miles
Richboro, PA 18954
10 COSTCO DR 16.9 miles
MONROE, NJ 8831
10800 KNIGHTS RD STE 206 17.0 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19114
333 Forsgate Drive, Ste 203 17.1 miles
Jamesburg, NJ 8831
31 TURNBERRY DR 17.8 miles
MANALAPAN, NJ 7726
9808 Bustleton Avenue, 18.8 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19115
1085 CRANBURY SOUTH RIVER RD Ste 2 19.1 miles
JAMESBURG, NJ 8831
2417 Welsh Rd, 19.3 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19114
9331 OLD BUSTLETON AVE STE 102 19.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19115
401 YOUNG AVE URGENT CARE 19.3 miles
MOORESTOWN, NJ 8057
195 US HIGHWAY 9 STE 213 19.7 miles
MANALAPAN, NJ 7726
1800 BYBERRY RD STE 705 19.8 miles
HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA 19006
1430 US 130 North, 19.9 miles
Cinnaminson, NJ 8077
1210 ROUTE 130 N STE 1438 20.2 miles
CINNAMINSON, NJ 8077
1117 MEARNS RD 20.3 miles
WARMINSTER, PA 18974
7528 Frankford Ave, 20.5 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19136
7439 FRANKFORD AVE 2ND FL 20.6 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19136
246 Main Street, Cherry Hill P, Suite 202 20.7 miles
New Paltz, NY 12561
495 IRON BRIDGE RD STE 7 20.7 miles
FREEHOLD, NJ 7728
620 CRANBURY RD 20.9 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
561 CRANBURY RD 20.9 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
579 CRANBURY RD STE A 21.0 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
175 Route 70, 21.0 miles
Medford, NJ 8055
Buckingham Green Shopping Cent, 4920 York Rd Unit 2 21.1 miles
Holicong, PA 18928
260 Mounts Corner Drive, 21.1 miles
Freehold, NJ 7728
100 E BROAD ST 21.3 miles
PALMYRA, NJ 8065
6940 State Rd 21.3 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19135
817 E GATE DR STE 102 21.7 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
6555 Roosevelt Blvd., 22.0 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19149
30 STATE ROUTE 34 N 22.3 miles
COLTS NECK, NJ 7722
9370 N CRESCENT BLVD STE 200 22.3 miles
PENNSAUKEN, NJ 8110
2010 LEVICK ST 22.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
700 Cottman Ave, 22.3 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19111
111 CHURCH RD 22.3 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
1468 OLD YORK RD 22.4 miles
ABINGTON, PA 19001
1419 Old York Rd, 22.5 miles
Abington, PA 19001
49 Veronica Ave, Ste 203 22.5 miles
Somerset, NJ 8873
50 Franklin Lane, Suite 202 22.6 miles
Manalapan, NJ 7726
150 CENTURY PKWY STE B 22.8 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
60 W MAIN ST, 22.8 miles
MAPLE SHADE, NJ 8052
4A Eves Drive, Suite 110 22.9 miles
Marlton, NJ 8053
2729 BLAIR MILL RD Ste A 22.9 miles
WILLOW GROVE, PA 19090
200 Lakeside Dr Ste 230, 23.1 miles
Horsham, PA 19044
10000 LINCOLN DR E STE 201 23.1 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
403 US HIGHWAY 202 23.2 miles
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
16000 HORIZON WAY STE 600 23.2 miles
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ 8054
1432 EASTON RD STE 3C 23.2 miles
WARRINGTON, PA 18976
6129 PALMETTO ST 23.3 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111
Cloverly Plaza, 628 Old York Road 23.3 miles
Jenkintown, PA 19046
6 FELLEN PL 23.4 miles
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
303 OMNI DR 23.4 miles
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
1020 Route 18, Unit 007 - Route 18 Shopping C 23.4 miles
East Brunswick, NJ 8816
12000 LINCOLN DR W UNIT 308 23.4 miles
MARLTON, NJ 8053
108 LACEY RD STE 38 23.5 miles
WHITING, NJ 8759
2322 ROUTE 38 23.7 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8002
418 STATE ROUTE 18 23.9 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
275 S MAIN ST STE 4 23.9 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
5000 FRANKFORD AVE Wakling Building 23.9 miles
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19124
201 PRECISION RD 24.0 miles
HORSHAM, PA 19044
4501 Castor Ave, 24.1 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19124
5675 N Front St, Store 260 24.2 miles
Philadelphia, PA 19120
309 Walter E Foran Blvd, 24.4 miles
Flemington, NJ 8822
1040 Kings Hwy, Suite 102 24.5 miles
Cherry Hill, NJ 8034
149 STATE ROUTE 31 24.7 miles
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
1601 N KINGS HWY, STE 100 24.9 miles
CHERRY HILL, NJ 8034
636 EASTON AVE 25.0 miles
SOMERSET, NJ 8873
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How to schedule a DOT drug test in White Horse, NJ
To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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 White Horse, 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.