DOT Drug Testing Locations Nanuet, NY
Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in Nanuet, NY 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 Nanuet, NY 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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420 Nanuet Mall S, Unit 307 0.6 miles
Nanuet, NY 10954
104 E ROUTE 59 0.7 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD STE 401 1.3 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
259 N MIDDLETOWN RD 1.8 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
85 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD 3.7 miles
Montvale, NJ 7645
99 DUTCH HILL RD STE 1200 4.4 miles
ORANGEBURG, NY 10962
151 N Main St, Unit 307 4.6 miles
New City, NY 10956
311 NORTH MIDLAND AVE 4.8 miles
NYACK, NY 10960
978 Route 45, Ste 202 5.7 miles
Pomona, NY 10970
222 ROUTE 59 6.0 miles
SUFFERN, NY 10901
Indian Rock Shopping Center, Route 59 & Hemion Road 6.4 miles
Suffern, NY 10901
500 N Franklin Turnpike,, second floor 6.5 miles
Ramsey, NJ 7446
160 PARIS AVE STE 1 6.7 miles
NORTHVALE, NJ 7647
1540 ROUTE 202 STE 6 6.8 miles
POMONA, NY 10970
180 FRANKLIN TPKE 6.9 miles
MAHWAH, NJ 7430
10 FRANKLIN TPKE 7.1 miles
MAHWAH, NJ 7430
215 OLD HOOK RD 7.3 miles
WESTWOOD, NJ 7675
261 Old Hook Rd, 7.3 miles
Westwood, NJ 7675
159 FRANKLIN TPKE 7.4 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
140 FRANKLIN TPKE 7.5 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
34 N ROUTE 9W 7.6 miles
WEST HAVERSTRAW, NY 10993
200 South Broadway, Suite 102 8.0 miles
Tarrytown, NY 10591
155 WHITE PLAINS RD 8.5 miles
TARRYTOWN, NY 10591
680 Kinderkamack Rd, 8.7 miles
Oradell, NJ 7649
500 PIERMONT RD STE 304 8.8 miles
CLOSTER, NJ 7624
67 E RIDGEWOOD AVE 9.0 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
660 White Plains Rd Ste 630 9.3 miles
Tarrytown, NY 10591
127 Union St, 9.4 miles
Ridgewood, NJ 7450
1 W RIDGEWOOD AVE STE G1 9.4 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
193 Route 17 South 10.2 miles
Paramus, NJ 7652
401 GOFFLE RD 10.4 miles
RIDGEWOOD, NJ 7450
160 N CENTRAL AVE 10.5 miles
ELMSFORD, NY 10523
40 WASHINGTON AVE 10.5 miles
DUMONT, NJ 7628
1034 N BROADWAY 10.6 miles
YONKERS, NY 10701
970 N Broadway, Ste 205 10.7 miles
Yonkers, NY 10701
280 Dobbs Ferry Rd, Sprain Brook Medical Center 10.9 miles
White Plains, NY 10607
1114 GOFFLE RD 11.0 miles
HAWTHORNE, NJ 7506
297 KNOLLWOOD RD, STE 310 11.3 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10607
15 ESSEX RD STE 5 11.4 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
22-11 STATE RT 208 11.9 miles
FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
100 WOODS RD STE CG12 CEDARWOOD HALL 12.0 miles
VALHALLA, NY 10595
174 Marble Ave, Ste 1 12.1 miles
Pleasantville, NY 10570
33-00 Broadway, Suite 305 12.2 miles
Fair Lawn, NJ 7410
280 N CENTRAL AVE STE 115 12.3 miles
HARTSDALE, NY 10530
359 N Central Ave 12.4 miles
Hartsdale, NY 10530
19 YAWPO AVE 12.5 miles
OAKLAND, NJ 7436
15-01 BROADWAY 12.8 miles
FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
140 FRANKLIN RD 13.3 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
385 Prospect Ave, 13.5 miles
Hackensack, NJ 7601
15 N BROADWAY STE D 13.5 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601
680 BROADWAY, UNIT B3 13.6 miles
PATERSON, NJ 7514
170 PROSPECT AVE STE 201 14.0 miles
HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
179 Cedar Lane, Suite E 14.0 miles
Teaneck, NJ 7666
401 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 203 14.0 miles
Wayne, NJ 7470
800 SYLVAN AVE 14.0 miles
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ 7632
307 HAMBURG TPKE, STE 103 14.0 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
184 ESSEX ST 14.1 miles
LODI, NJ 7644
705 HAMBURG TPKE 14.2 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
759 HAMBURG TPKE 14.2 miles
WAYNE, NJ 7470
718 TEANECK RD 14.3 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
360 ESSEX ST STE 203 14.4 miles
HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
25 Rockwood Pl, Ste 1 14.5 miles
Englewood, NJ 7631
3765 Riverdale Ave, STE 6 14.9 miles
Bronx, NY 10463
464 Hudson Terrace, 15.0 miles
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 7632
12 N 7TH AVE 15.1 miles
MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
105 Stevens Ave, Ste 205 15.2 miles
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
1980 CROMPOND RD 15.3 miles
CORTLANDT MANOR, NY 10567
150 NORTH ST 15.7 miles
TETERBORO, NJ 7608
2 Stowe Rd, 5th Floor - Suite 15 15.7 miles
Peekskill, NY 10566
283 PIAGET AVE 16.0 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7011
4876 BROADWAY 16.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10034
500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 16.1 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 16.2 miles
HARRISON, NY 10528
1139 MAIN AVENUE 16.2 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7015
72 HAMBURG TPKE 16.4 miles
RIVERDALE, NJ 7457
1 ORCHARD ST 16.5 miles
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ 7660
495 E MAIN ST 16.7 miles
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
225 US HIGHWAY 46 STE A 16.7 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
500 Union Blvd, 16.7 miles
Totowa, NJ 7512
500 UNION BLVD 16.7 miles
TOTOWA, NJ 7512
2488 GRAND CONCOURSE RM 210 16.8 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 16.8 miles
NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801
150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 16.8 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 16.9 miles
WOOD RIDGE, NJ 7075
83 South Bedford Road, Floor 3 17.0 miles
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
2385 Arthur Avenue, Suites 201 & 202 17.0 miles
Bronx, NY 10458
103 S BEDFORD RD STE 202 17.1 miles
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
On-site only 17.3 miles
Clifton, NJ 7013
656 E FORDHAM RD 17.3 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
321 KEAR ST 17.4 miles
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY 10598
1011 CLIFTON AVE STE 2C 17.5 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
109 AUDUBON AVE 17.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10032
26 DEHART AVE 18.0 miles
HEWITT, NJ 7421
6 Rye Ridge Plaza, 18.2 miles
Rye Brook, NY 10573
663 PALISADE AVE 18.3 miles
CLIFFSIDE PARK, NJ 7010
881 Allwood Rd, Suite 103 18.4 miles
Clifton, NJ 7012
71 UNION AVE STE 103 18.4 miles
RUTHERFORD, NJ 7070
1120 MORRIS PARK AVE 18.5 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
1355 BROAD ST 18.6 miles
CLIFTON, NJ 7013
3421 BROADWAY 18.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10031
17 Sylvan St, 18.7 miles
Rutherford, NJ 7070
1395 Route 23S, Unit C-1 18.8 miles
Butler, NJ 7405
1476 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD LOFT BLDG SIDE ENTRANCE 19.0 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
3250 WESTCHESTER AVE SUITE 120 19.0 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
791 Route 17M, Monroe Shopping Center 19.0 miles
Monroe, NY 10950
3250 Westchester Avenue, Suite 105 19.0 miles
Bronx, NY 10461
747 MELROSE AVE OFC 19.2 miles
BRONX, NY 10451
614 FRANKLIN AVE STE 101 19.5 miles
NUTLEY, NJ 7110
560 NEW YORK AVE 19.9 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
464 VALLEY BROOK AVE 20.0 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
83 HEWITT RD 20.2 miles
HEWITT, NJ 7421
16 BROOKWOOD RD 20.3 miles
TOWACO, NJ 7082
6701 BERGENLINE AVE 20.3 miles
WEST NEW YORK, NJ 7093
1790 RANDALL AVE 20.4 miles
BRONX, NY 10473
3665 E TREMONT AVE 20.6 miles
BRONX, NY 10465
238 E 111TH ST APT 4C 20.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10029
150 FAIRFIELD RD 20.8 miles
FAIRFIELD, NJ 7004
178 FLOYD ST 21.0 miles
BELLEVILLE, NJ 7109
7 FAWN RUN 21.1 miles
PUTNAM VALLEY, NY 10579
4914-4922 Kennedy Blvd., Suite 206 21.1 miles
West New York, NJ 7093
557 BROAD ST 21.2 miles
BLOOMFIELD, NJ 7003
210 MEADOWLANDS PKWY 21.5 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
49 Claremont Avenue, 21.6 miles
Montclair, NJ 7042
210 E 86th St, Ste 602 21.7 miles
New York, NY 10028
210 E 86TH ST STE 100 21.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10028
3196 KENNEDY BLVD 2ND FL 21.7 miles
UNION CITY, NJ 7087
1 Clara Maass Drive Cont Care Bldg 1st FL 21.7 miles
Belleville, NJ 7109
1 GREENWOOD AVE STE 102 21.8 miles
MONTCLAIR, NJ 7042
65 E 76th St, 21.9 miles
New York, NY 10021
60 MAIN ST STE 2 C 22.0 miles
WARWICK, NY 10990
27-47 Crescent Street, Lower Level, Suite 102-103 22.2 miles
Astoria, NY 11102
330 WEST 58TH ST, STE 211 22.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
601 W 51ST ST 22.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
30 SEAVIEW DR 22.4 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
115 E 57th Street, Ste 1530 22.7 miles
New York, NY 10022
408 W 45TH ST 22.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
425 PARK AVE 22.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
25-15 STEINWAY ST 22.8 miles
ASTORIA, NY 11103
330 W 42ND ST 22.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
1 MAIN TERMINAL STE 3 SUITE 109 22.9 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11371
3014 37th St, 23.0 miles
Astoria, NY 11103
18 E 48TH ST 2ND FL 23.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
505 STATE ROUTE 208 Ste 15 23.1 miles
MONROE, NY 10950
MIDTOWN STATION P. O. BOX 799 23.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
919 2ND AVE 23.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
464 EAGLE ROCK AVE STE C 23.2 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
229 W 36TH ST 10TH FL 23.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
730 3RD AVE 23.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
522 CENTRAL AVE 23.3 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7307
224 W 35TH ST STE 607 23.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10001
20 BEEKMAN PL APT 2B 23.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
75-35 31st Avenue, Suite 205 23.6 miles
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
55 E 34TH ST 23.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10016
137 East 36th Street, Suite 7 23.6 miles
New York, NY 10016
200 US HIGHWAY 46 23.7 miles
PARSIPPANY, NJ 7054
15 COMMERCE RD FL 3 23.8 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
202 W 23RD ST 23.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10011
456 PROSPECT AVE 24.0 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
22 W 23RD ST 2ND FL 24.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
33-54 83RD ST, STE G-02 24.1 miles
JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY 11372
324 WEST 14TH ST 24.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10014
136-20 38th Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite CFA 24.1 miles
Flushing, NY 11354
14204 BAYSIDE AVE LOWER LEVEL STE 2L 24.2 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11354
3000 SUMMER ST 24.2 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6905
31-00 47TH AVENUE 24.2 miles
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101
95 HUDSON ST 24.3 miles
HOBOKEN, NJ 7030
380 2ND AVE 24.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
247 Third Ave, Ste 303 24.3 miles
New York, NY 10010
47-01 QUEENS BLVD #206-207 24.4 miles
SUNNYSIDE, NY 11104
80 Mill River Street, 24.5 miles
Stamford, CT 6902
40 08 Forley St, 24.6 miles
Elmhurst, NY 11373
1290 SUMMER ST UNIT 5100 24.6 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
574 SUMMIT AVE 4th Floor 24.6 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7306
600 Pavonia Ave, 3rd floor 24.7 miles
Jersey City, NJ 7306
22 BEECH HILL LN PO BOX 1000 24.7 miles
POUND RIDGE, NY 10576
46 PARSIPPANY BLVD 24.7 miles
BOONTON, NJ 7005
338 W MAIN ST 24.8 miles
BOONTON, NJ 7005
2 CITY HALL PLZ STE 302 24.9 miles
RAHWAY, NJ 7065
444-450 BERGEN ST HARRISON PLAZA SHOPPING MALL 25.0 miles
HARRISON, NJ 7029
450 BERGEN ST 25.0 miles
HARRISON, NJ 7029
6311 QUEENS BLVD 25.0 miles
WOODSIDE, NY 11377
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How to schedule a DOT drug test in Nanuet, NY
To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in Nanuet, NY 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 Nanuet, NY , 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 Nanuet, NY
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 Nanuet, NY ?
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 Nanuet, NY ?
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 Nanuet, NY ?
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 Nanuet, NY ?
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 Nanuet, NY ?
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 Nanuet, NY ?
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 Nanuet, NY ?
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 Nanuet, NY ?
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 Nanuet, NY 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: Nanuet, New York
Nanuet is a hamlet and census-designated place in the town of Clarkstown, Rockland County, New York, United States. It is located north of Pearl River, south of New City, east of Spring Valley, and west of West Nyack. It is located midway between Manhattan and Bear Mountain, 19 miles (31 km) north and south of each respectively; and 2 miles (3 km) north of the New Jersey border. It has one of three Rockland County stations on New Jersey Transit's Pascack Valley Line. The population of Nanuet was 17,882 at the 2010 census.
The opening of the New York State Thruway (Interstate 87/287), the Tappan Zee Bridge, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway in the 1950s helped usher in decades of population growth and real estate development, including the construction of the Nanuet Mall and local shopping centers.
In 2011, CNN Money ranked Nanuet 76 on its annual 100 Best Places to Live list, citing its relatively inexpensive housing and the recreation and shopping opportunities in the area. Nanuet was also ranked 24th on CNN Money's annual 100 Best Places to Live list in 2007.