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Drug and Alcohol Testing (2)

What exactly is a refusal to test and who determines it?

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 ...

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Pre-employment Investigations for Drug & Alcohol FMSCA Violations

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 ...

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Good morning! Are you hungover - or just drunk.

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 ...

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Will I pass a urine drug test if I use products containing CBD?

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 ...

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FMCSA Controlled Substances and Alcohol Testing-Are You Doing Enough?

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 ...

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DOT Previous Employer Records Request - 40.25

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 ...

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FMCSA Clearinghouse: What Railroaders Need to Know

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 ...

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10 Steps to Collection Site Security and Integrity To Help Collectors

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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Webinar: A Review FRA's Requirements for Drug & Alcohol Testing

Do you have questions about implementing the new recent changes for Mechanical employees in 49 CFR Part 219? During this webinar, Holly Rainwater, Vice-President of Drug and Alcohol Programs at Spark ...

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