DOT Drug Testing Locations Bedford, TX
Our Local DOT Drug testing facilities in Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX 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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1615 Hospital Pkwy, Suite 208 1.1 miles
Bedford, TX 76022
1600 HOSPITAL PKWY 1.3 miles
BEDFORD, TX 76022
400 MID CITIES BLVD 2.5 miles
HURST, TX 76054
610 S INDUSTRIAL BLVD Ste 150 2.7 miles
EULESS, TX 76040
8713 AIRPORT FWY STE 318 3.0 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76180
951 W PIPELINE RD STE 320 3.2 miles
HURST, TX 76053
9001 BOULEVARD 26 3.3 miles
NORTH RICHLAND, TX 76180
6000 Colleyville Blvd Ste 150 3.4 miles
Colleyville, TX 76034
1060 N MAIN ST STE 101A 3.6 miles
EULESS, TX 76039
4401 BOOTH CALLOWAY RD 4.2 miles
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX 76180
5301 WILLIAM D TATE AVE 4.3 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
4109 CAGLE DR STE A 4.4 miles
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX 76180
1661 EASTCHASE PKWY 6.4 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76120
551 Silicon Dr Ste 100 6.5 miles
Southlake, TX 76092
805 W NORTH CARRIER PKWY STE 260 6.5 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75050
902 W Randol Mill, Suite 100 6.7 miles
Arlington, TX 76012
1643 LANCASTER DR STE 223 6.7 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
2315 E SOUTHLAKE BLVD STE 110 6.9 miles
SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092
2160 E LAMAR BLVD 6.9 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76006
1650 W COLLEGE ST 7.0 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
1100 S MAIN ST STE D 7.0 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
600 W NORTHWEST HWY STE E 7.5 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
623 W MAIN ST 7.6 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76010
260 N Rufe Snow Dr, 8.2 miles
Keller, TX 76248
720 S MAIN ST 8.5 miles
KELLER, TX 76248
4060 SANDSHELL DR 8.7 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
7630 N Beach St, Suite 156 8.8 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76137
3645 N BEACH ST 8.9 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
912 E PARK ROW DR 8.9 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76010
104 S Main St 9.0 miles
Keller, TX 76248
3225 W AIRPORT FWY Ste 226 9.0 miles
IRVING, TX 75062
2045 N STATE HIGHWAY 360 STE 100B 9.4 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75050
2100 N STATE HIGHWAY 360 STE 1207 9.4 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75050
3645 WESTERN CENTER BLVD 9.4 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
8925 STERLING ST STE 255 9.4 miles
IRVING, TX 75063
3629 WESTERN CENTER BLVD STE 221 9.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
2701 OSLER DR,STE 2 9.5 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75051
2434 FINLEY RD 9.6 miles
IRVING, TX 75062
2001 W AIRPORT FWY 10.0 miles
IRVING, TX 75062
7232 NORTH FWY 10.0 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76137
2355 E GRAPEVINE MILLS CIR 10.1 miles
GRAPEVINE, TX 76051
1302 LANE ST STE 800 10.5 miles
IRVING, TX 75061
On-site only 10.5 miles
Irving, TX 75063
3529 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 133 10.6 miles
Keller, TX 76244
3501 N Macarthur Blvd Ste 310, 10.7 miles
Irving, TX 75062
2940 N O CONNOR RD STE 117N 11.2 miles
IRVING, TX 75062
5910 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 133 11.5 miles
IRVING, TX 75039
7400 N MACARTHUR BLVD 11.6 miles
IRVING, TX 75063
245 E GRAUWYLER RD STE 122 11.7 miles
IRVING, TX 75061
7501 LAS COLINAS BLVD STE 100 11.8 miles
IRVING, TX 75063
4545 MATLOCK RD STE 103 11.9 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76018
5900 W INTERSTATE 20 12.2 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
1340 MAYO ST STE 185 STE 185 12.3 miles
IRVING, TX 75060
5612 SW GREEN OAKS BLVD STE D 12.3 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
4801 S COOPER ST 12.3 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
171 N DENTON TAP RD STE 200 12.3 miles
COPPELL, TX 75019
515 E WEATHERFORD ST 12.3 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76102
8787 N MACARTHUR BLVD STE 120 12.5 miles
IRVING, TX 75063
5201 S COOPER ST 12.5 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
2422 Jacksborro Hwy 12.7 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76106
5405 S COOPER ST 12.8 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76017
2520 W INTERSTATE 20 12.9 miles
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75052
546 E Sandy Lake Rd Ste 120, 13.0 miles
Coppell, TX 75019
2401 WESTPORT PKWY STE 140 13.1 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76177
5224 S State Highway 360, Suite 225 13.2 miles
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
1106 ALSTON AVE STE 120 13.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
1106 ALSTON AVE SUITE 250 13.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
11498 LUNA RD STE 206 13.6 miles
DALLAS, TX 75234
6300 Samuel Blvd Ste 114A 13.7 miles
Dallas, TX 75228
1300 W ROSEDALE ST STE A 13.7 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
1651 W Rosedale St Ste 105 14.0 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76104
1250 8th Avenue, Suite 115 14.0 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76104
4001 Long Prairie Road, Suite 130 14.2 miles
Flowermound, TX 75028
2500 WEST FWY STE 100 14.3 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76102
1926 EPHRIHAM AVE 14.3 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76164
2625 8TH AVE 14.7 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76110
1345 VALWOOD PKWY STE 306 14.9 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75006
3533 NW LOOP 820 14.9 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76106
2403 S STEMMONS FWY STE 103 15.0 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75067
1559 W MAIN ST 15.1 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75067
1111 W MOCKINGBIRD LN PO BOX 910465 15.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
751 HEBRON PKWY STE 100 15.2 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75057
4775 SOUTH FWY 15.4 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76115
544 W SEMINARY DR 15.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76115
8100 JOHN W CARPENTER FWY STE 100 15.6 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
1837 W FRANKFORD RD STE 116 15.6 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75007
540 SURF ST 15.7 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75067
1720 REGAL ROW STE 238 15.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75235
500 N Valley Pkwy, Suite 110 15.7 miles
Lewisville, TX 75067
1450 EMPIRE CENTRAL DR STE 100 15.9 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
8501 JUSTIN RD 16.0 miles
DOUBLE OAK, TX 75077
475 W. Elm 16.1 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75057
571 W MAIN ST STE 110 16.1 miles
LEWISVILLE, TX 75507
3003 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 100 16.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75234
8267 ELMBROOK DR STE 100 16.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
4625 Boat Club Rd, 16.2 miles
Lake Worth, TX 76135
8840 BENBROOK BLVD 16.2 miles
BENBROOK, TX 76126
3141 IRVING BLVD STE 220 16.3 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
1555 W Mockingbird Lane Ste 202 16.5 miles
Dallas, TX 75235
3520 NW CENTRE DR 16.7 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76135
1213 E TRINITY MILLS RD 16.8 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75006
6612 HARRY HINES BLVD 17.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75235
2920 N STEMMONS FWY 17.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75247
11888 MARSH LN 17.3 miles
DALLAS, TX 75234
5909 HARRY HINES BLVD 17.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75390
PO BOX 79503 17.5 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76179
2601 E BELT LINE RD 17.6 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75006
2600 N STEMMONS FWY STE 162 17.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75207
4333 North Josey Lane Plaza II, Suite 105 17.8 miles
Carrollton, TX 75010
1017 W HEBRON PKWY 17.9 miles
CARROLLTON, TX 75010
511 E INTERSTATE 20 18.0 miles
ARLINGTON, TX 76018
990 Highway 287 N, Ste 115 18.0 miles
Mansfield, TX 76063
2128 Mall Circle, Suite 106 18.5 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76116
3953 BELT LINE RD 18.7 miles
ADDISON, TX 75001
5512 BELLAIRE DR S STE J 18.8 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76109
7400 MCCART AVE 19.2 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76133
4501 Lemmon Ave 19.2 miles
Dallas, TX 75219
1720 E BROAD ST 19.2 miles
MANSFIELD, TX 76063
3015 RENAISSANCE DR 19.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75287
814 E CAMP WISDOM RD 19.3 miles
DUNCANVILLE, TX 75116
4343 W CAMP WISDOM RD STE 213 19.3 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
214 W COLORADO BLVD 19.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75208
8222 DOUGLAS AVE STE 390 19.5 miles
DALLAS, TX 75225
15810 MIDWAY RD 19.5 miles
ADDISON, TX 75001
5900 OVERTON RIDGE BLVD 19.6 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76132
5520 S WESTMORELAND RD STE 200 20.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
5201 S WESTMORELAND RD 20.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
701 COMMERCE ST STE 205 20.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75202
8470 CAMP BOWIE WEST BLVD 20.3 miles
FORT WORTH, TX 76116
951 YORK DR STE 105 20.5 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
11801 SOUTH FWY 20.5 miles
BURLESON, TX 76028
3500 W WHEATLAND RD 20.6 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
2727 Bolton Boone Dr, Suite 106 20.6 miles
Desoto, TX 75115
7555 Oakmont Blvd, 20.6 miles
Fort Worth, TX 76132
642 UPTOWN BLVD 20.7 miles
CEDAR HILL, TX 75104
3430 W Wheatland Rd, Ste 224 20.7 miles
Dallas, TX 75237
4617 N CENTRAL EXPY 20.8 miles
DALLAS, TX 75205
345 N HIGHWAY 67 20.9 miles
CEDAR HILL, TX 75104
6330 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY STE 130 21.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75240
9139 BOULEVARD 26 STE 540-105 21.0 miles
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX 76180
14856 PRESTON RD STE 100 21.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75254
14902 PRESTON RD STE 810 21.0 miles
DALLAS, TX 75254
5917 BELT LINE RD 21.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75254
4727 FRANKFORD RD STE 409 21.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75287
39769 LYNDON B JOHNSON FWY 21.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75237
4400 TEASLEY LN ST 200 21.3 miles
DENTON, TX 76210
3800 MAIN ST STE 100 21.3 miles
THE COLONY, TX 75056
951 WINSCOTT RD 21.4 miles
BENBROOK, TX 76126
3600 GASTON AVE STE 707 21.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75246
3801 GASTON AVE STE 104 21.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75246
3900 Junius St, Ste 240 21.5 miles
Dallas, TX 75246
5315 ROSS AVE 21.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75206
4844 GREENVILLE AVE 21.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75206
5601 GREENVILLE AVE 21.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75206
5000 MAIN ST STE 203 21.9 miles
THE COLONY, TX 75056
300 BOONE RD STE A1 22.0 miles
BURLESON, TX 76028
4707 STATE HIGHWAY 121 22.0 miles
THE COLONY, TX 75056
5151 State Highway 121 22.1 miles
The Colony, TX 75056
12221 MERIT DR STE 100 22.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75251
11613 N Central Expwy, Suite 120 22.1 miles
Dallas, TX 75243
811 NE ALSBURY BLVD STE 800 22.1 miles
BURLESON, TX 76028
6071 VILLAGE BEND DR APT 816 22.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75206
12750 MERIT DR STE 770 22.2 miles
DALLAS, TX 75251
7502 GREENVILLE AVE 22.4 miles
DALLAS, TX 75231
6350 E Mockingbird Lane 22.5 miles
Dallas, TX 75214
18101 PRESTON RD STE 201 22.7 miles
DALLAS, TX 75252
2525 E Abrams St 22.7 miles
Arlington, TX 76010
1510 N HAMPTON RD STE 260 22.8 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
108 DENVER TRL 22.8 miles
AZLE, TX 76020
3600 Communications Pkwy, Ste 647 22.9 miles
Plano, TX 75093
5944 W PARKER RD STE 200 23.1 miles
PLANO, TX 75093
2817 S Mayhill Rd, Suite 130 23.1 miles
Denton, TX 76208
5076 W PLANO PKWY 23.2 miles
PLANO, TX 75093
3331 COLORADO BLVD 23.4 miles
DENTON, TX 76210
229 E BELT LINE RD SIUITE 303 23.4 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
911 N HAMPTON RD 23.5 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
911 N HAMPTON RD STE 120 23.5 miles
DESOTO, TX 75115
328 W MAIN ST STE 9 23.7 miles
AZLE, TX 76020
124 Industrial Ave, 23.7 miles
Azle, TX 76020
434 SW WILSHIRE BLVD 23.7 miles
BURLESON, TX 76028
13350 T I BLVD M.S. 327 24.1 miles
DALLAS, TX 75243
4701 W PARK BLVD STE 206 24.1 miles
PLANO, TX 75093
1800 PRESTON PARK BLVD STE 102 24.1 miles
PLANO, TX 75093
1120 W CAMPBELL RD STE 109 24.1 miles
RICHARDSON, TX 75080
9901 Royal Lane Ste 106 24.5 miles
Dallas, TX 75231
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How to schedule a DOT drug test in Bedford, TX
To schedule any type of DOT drug test or alcohol test in Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX , 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 Bedford, TX
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 Bedford, TX ?
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 Bedford, TX ?
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 Bedford, TX ?
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 Bedford, TX ?
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 Bedford, TX ?
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 Bedford, TX ?
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 Bedford, TX ?
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 Bedford, TX ?
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 Bedford, TX 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.
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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: Bedford, Texas
Bedford is a city located in northeast Tarrant County, Texas, in the "Mid-Cities" area between Dallas and Fort Worth. It is a suburb of Fort Worth. The population was 46,979 at the 2010 census. Bedford is part of the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District.
Prominent highways include State Highway 121 and State Highway 183, also known as Airport Freeway (a reference to the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, so called because this was the main thoroughfare to the airport in the early years of its history).
As of the census of 2000, there were 47,152 people, 20,251 households, and 12,515 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,713.6 people per square mile (1,820.5/km²). There were 21,113 housing units at an average density of 2,110.6 per square mile (815.2/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 87.63% White, 3.65% African American, 0.51% Native American, 3.62% Asian, 0.25% Pacific Islander, 2.44% from other races, and 1.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.22% of the population.