Drug and alcohol testing is a critical component of FMCSA regulations designed to ensure the safety of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operations. This blog breaks down the key requirements for ...
Effective immediately, FMCSA no longer accepts requests to convert a DOT drug test to a non-DOT test. However, if a violation has been incorrectly reported to the FMCSA’s Drug and Alcohol ...
In my nearly 20 years working of in the area of DOT drug and alcohol testing compliance as a DER, Collection Manager, SAP, and TPA, I have learned we are only as strong as are weakest collector. As a ...
The chart below outlines the annual minimum drug and alcohol random testing rates established within DOT Agencies for 2024. Event 2024 Random Drug Testing Rate 2024 Random Alcohol Testing Rate ...
I have spent a majority of my 20+ year professional career either in the role of a DER or assisting other DERs as a C/TPA. During this time, there has always been a constant - No one knew what a ...
FRA Post Accident Determination Application As part of FRA’s drug and alcohol testing program, certain accidents/incidents are subject to Part 49 CFR 219, Subpart C Post Accident Testing ...
The DOT regulations outline refusals to test for drugs and alcohol. Some refusals are determined by MROs and BATs and STTs. For others, the determination is your responsibility. ODAPC does an ...
Beginning January 6, 2023, a FMCSA pre-employment Clearinghouse query will satisfy the requirement to investigate a prospective driver's previous drug and alcohol program violations, as established ...
Alcohol has been consumed throughout the world for hundreds of years. It is often referred to as a "recreational beverage" and is widely consumed in moderation for enjoyment and relaxation at home or ...
A two part answer. Not a week goes by that I don't get asked this question, "Holly, will I test positive for marijuana if I use a CBD product for my ...insert medical condition here...?" Well, here ...
Reviewing Your 382 Program Are you doing enough to ensure your FMCSA drug and alcohol program is compliant with 49 CFR Part 382? This questionnaire is designed to help you evaluate your current ...
FTA Drug and Alcohol Program Management It's a piece of cake being a Drug and Alcohol Program Manager (DAPM) or Designated Employer Representative (DER) for Transit, right? Wrong. Ensuring compliance ...
Do I need to verify a DOT employee’s prior drug and alcohol testing history? Yes! Before you hire or transfer someone into a safety-sensitive position, you must check the person’s DOT drug and ...
Over the past several years, many questions have come up regarding the use of cannabidiol (CBD) and Medical Marijuana. Many states have regulations that differ from the Department of Transportation's ...
In 2020, the Federal Motor Carrier Administration (FMCSA) established the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse). The Clearinghouse is a database which ...
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has done a good job providing collection agents with information on maintaining the integrity of a collection event. As a DOT employer, how good of a job have ...
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