DOT Drug Testing Locations Northport, NY
Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in Northport, 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 Northport, 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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320 LAUREL RD 0.7 miles
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
175 E Main Street Suite 105, 3.3 miles
Huntington, NY 11743
6277 JERICHO TPKE 4.7 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 5.0 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 5.0 miles
Commack, NY 11725
1445 NEW YORK AVE 5.1 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
21 E 23RD ST 5.9 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
47 MOREWOOD DR 6.0 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
649 COMMACK RD 6.3 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
2 CEDARTREE LN 6.5 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 6.9 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
2 BROOKSITE DR 7.9 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
1 KINGS HWY 8.8 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 8.8 miles
Hauppauge, NY 11788
222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 8.9 miles
Smithtown, NY 11787
1940 DEER PARK AVE 9.5 miles
DEER PARK, NY 11729
87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 9.6 miles
SYOSSET, NY 11791
30 JEROME ST 9.7 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 10.7 miles
Plainview, NY 11803
100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 10.7 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
1117 OLD COUNTRY RD 10.8 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
4 MIRIAM LN 10.8 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
1350 Deer Park Ave, 11.0 miles
North Babylon, NY 11703
1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 11.0 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C 11.8 miles
ISLANDIA, NY 11749
2500 NESCONSET HWY BLDG 8 12.0 miles
STONY BROOK, NY 11790
41 VERONICA LN 12.5 miles
NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703
51 Walnut Ave E 12.5 miles
Farmingdale, NY 11735
PO Box 1693 12.7 miles
West Babylon, NY 11704
9 HOWELLS RD 12.8 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205 12.8 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
180 10TH ST 13.0 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
100 E OLD COUNTRY RD 13.0 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
55 E OLD COUNTRY RD 13.1 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
41 BRENTWOOD RD 13.1 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
57 E MAIN ST 13.3 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D, 13.3 miles
Bay Shore, NY 11706
23 Technology Dr., Suite 2 13.4 miles
East Setauket, NY 11733
onsite for POH only 13.4 miles
Brightwaters, NY 11718
On Site Only 13.5 miles
West Islip, NY 11795
4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 13.5 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 13.5 miles
RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
142 RALPH AVE 13.6 miles
BABYLON, NY 11702
1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A 13.6 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1 13.9 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
656 N WELLWOOD AVE STE 208A 13.9 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
4 ROBIN CT 14.0 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
4276 Hempstead Turnpike, 14.1 miles
Bethpage, NY 11714
4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100 14.1 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
557 Post Rd, 14.1 miles
Darien, CT 6820
484 POST RD 14.2 miles
DARIEN, CT 6820
10A KEMP CT 14.3 miles
EAST ISLIP, NY 11730
35 MARLIN RD 14.4 miles
CENTEREACH, NY 11720
500 West Main Street, 14.7 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
910 ROUTE 109 14.7 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
203 UNION AVE 14.7 miles
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
618 Broadway 14.8 miles
Amityville, NY 11701
184 S 1ST ST 15.0 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
80 Mill River Street, 15.0 miles
Stamford, CT 6902
3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 15.0 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405 15.2 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
15 COMMERCE RD FL 3 15.2 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
100-10 South Jersey Avenue, Stop-N-Shop Plaza 15.2 miles
East Setauket, NY 11733
1290 SUMMER ST UNIT 5100 15.2 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
235 Boyle Rd, 15.3 miles
Selden, NY 11784
3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316 15.4 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
365 BROADWAY 15.5 miles
AMITYVILLE, NY 11701
1660 ROUTE 112 STE E 15.5 miles
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
1010 Route 112, 2nd Floor 15.6 miles
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
5225 ROUTE 347 BLDG 1314 15.8 miles
PORT JEFFERSON STATI, NY 11776
4830 SUNRISE HWY 15.9 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
3000 SUMMER ST 15.9 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6905
4681 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 16.1 miles
HOLBROOK, NY 11741
146 WILLOW WOOD DR 16.2 miles
OAKDALE, NY 11769
4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor 16.3 miles
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
37 BEACH AVE 16.5 miles
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, NY 11776
325 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD STE C 16.6 miles
SELDEN, NY 11784
1610 OLD COUNTRY RD 16.7 miles
WESTBURY, NY 11590
1620 FRONT ST 16.8 miles
EAST MEADOW, NY 11554
1919 Hempstead Tpke 16.8 miles
East Meadows, NY 11554
1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102 17.1 miles
WANTAGH, NY 11793
346 MAIN AVE 17.1 miles
NORWALK, CT 6851
346 MAIN AVE STE B 17.1 miles
NORWALK, CT 6851
One Expressway Plaza, Suite 116 17.6 miles
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway 17.6 miles
West Sayville, NY 11796
1850 ROUTE 112 17.8 miles
CORAM, NY 11727
1743 N OCEAN AVE 17.8 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
On Site Only 17.8 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
1723 N OCEAN AVE, STE D 17.8 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
160 MIDDLE RD 17.9 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
82 12TH AVE 17.9 miles
HOLTSVILLE, NY 11742
607 Main Ave 18.2 miles
Norwalk, CT 6851
333 CANDEE AVE APT 8D 18.4 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
51 CHARLES LINDBERGH BLVD 18.4 miles
UNIONDALE, NY 11553
465 WILLIS AVE 18.7 miles
WILLISTON PARK, NY 11596
156 First Street, Lower Level 18.8 miles
Mineola, NY 11501
2982 MERRICK RD 18.8 miles
BELLMORE, NY 11710
17 HOWARD DR 18.9 miles
CORAM, NY 11727
6 Rye Ridge Plaza, 19.1 miles
Rye Brook, NY 10573
765 ROUTE 25A 19.2 miles
MILLER PLACE, NY 11764
300 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE 91 19.3 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
1647 ROUTE 112 19.5 miles
MEDFORD, NY 11763
27 ATTORNEY ST APT 2F 19.5 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
990 STEWART AVE LOWER LEVEL 30 19.5 miles
GARDEN CITY, NY 11530
520 Franklin Ave, Suite 104 19.5 miles
Garden City, NY 11530
391B Fulton Avenue, 19.6 miles
Hempstead, NY 11550
2209 Merrick Rd, 2nd floor 19.6 miles
Merrick, NY 11566
501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103 19.7 miles
FAIRFIELD, CT 6825
292 HERRICKS RD 19.7 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
250 FULTON AVE STE 407 19.8 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
2 MAIN ST 19.9 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
1918 Black Rock Turnpike 20.0 miles
Fairfield, CT 6825
18 TERRELL ST 20.2 miles
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
570 Expressway Dr South, Suite1-J 20.2 miles
Medford, NY 11763
1165 Northern Blvd, Suite 404 20.3 miles
Manhasset, NY 11030
606 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD 20.3 miles
MIDDLE ISLAND, NY 11953
475 E MAIN ST 2ND FL 20.3 miles
PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
Brookhaven Professional Park, 285 Sills Road, Building 8, Su 20.4 miles
East Patchogue, NY 11772
111 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 121 20.7 miles
WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552
1000 NORTHERN BLVD STE 135 20.7 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
2001 MARCUS AVE STE N215 20.7 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11042
2001 Marcus Ave, Suite 98W, Lobby Level 21.0 miles
Lake Success, NY 11042
60 WATSON BLVD 21.0 miles
STRATFORD, CT 6615
555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1, 21.1 miles
Stratford, CT 6615
101 South Bergen Place, 2nd Floor 21.3 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 71 Douth Bayview Ave. 21.4 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
820 JERICHO TPKE 21.4 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040
500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 21.5 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 21.5 miles
HARRISON, NY 10528
161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751 21.7 miles
STRATFORD, CT 6615
226 MILL HILL AVE 22.0 miles
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
488 GREAT NECK RD STE 300 22.1 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
265 Jericho Turnpike, 22.1 miles
Floral Park, NY 11001
2360 GRAND AVE 22.1 miles
BALDWIN, NY 11510
161 BOSTON AVE 22.4 miles
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
252-20 NORTHERN BLVD STE 210 22.5 miles
LITTLE NECK, NY 11362
235 LITCHFIELD AVE 2ND FL 22.6 miles
ELMONT, NY 11003
165 NORTH VILLAGE AVE 22.9 miles
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570
165 North Village Avenue, Suite 103 22.9 miles
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
4750 MAIN ST 23.3 miles
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6606
1040 BARNUM AVE 23.3 miles
STRATFORD, CT 6614
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 23.3 miles
NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801
150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 23.4 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
15 N BROADWAY STE D 23.8 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601
585 MERRICK RD 24.3 miles
LYNBROOK, NY 11563
Building 125 150th St and 147th Ave 24.8 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
147th St and 150th Ave, Bldg 125 JFK International Airport 24.8 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
359 N Central Ave 24.9 miles
Hartsdale, NY 10530
280 N CENTRAL AVE STE 115 24.9 miles
HARTSDALE, NY 10530
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How to schedule a DOT drug test in Northport, NY
To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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 Northport, 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: Northport, New York
Northport is a historic maritime village in the Town of Huntington on Long Island, New York. Initially designated as Great Cow Harbour by 17th-century English colonists, the area was officially renamed Northport in 1837. In 1898, in order to localize governance Northport was incorporated as a village.
Northport is known for its Victorian era village center, still bearing trolley rails from a long since discontinued streetcar which would transport village residents to the Long Island Rail Road station in East Northport. The village Main Street runs from the Village Green along the harbor-front to the former hamlet of Vernon Valley, which has since been subsumed by the neighboring community of East Northport. As of 2010, the village has a population of around 7,401 and is served by the Northport-East Northport School District.
The original inhabitants of the area now known as Northport were the Matinecocks, one of 13 Native American tribes of Long Island. The Matinecocks called this land Opcathontyche, which meant "wading place creek". After Dutch interest a few years earlier, the land was sold by Chief Asharoken, head of the Matinecocks, to three Englishmen in 1656.