In the early nineties, the Federal Government recognized the need for the transportation industry to be drug and alcohol-free since it utilizes public routes. As a result, they passed the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act which requires all FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) mandated employees to undergo drug and alcohol testing at designated times. […]
After failing a DOT-mandated drug and alcohol test, FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) regulated employees often have questions about their future careers. One failed or refused drug test can ruin an FRA mandated employee’s entire career, but it doesn’t have to. The return-to-duty process for safety-sensitive employees allows them to take action, remedy their drug and/or […]
While employers and employees within safety-sensitive positions must follow the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act, they may not have a clear plan on how to facilitate a drug and alcohol-free workplace within their work culture. The importance of maintaining an open and upfront environment about the company’s drug and alcohol policy is paramount. The Importance […]
PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration) oversees the safe transport of energy and potentially hazardous materials vital to daily life. PHMSA mandated employees include those working on pipelines and contractors hired to work on pipelines. The people who work for operators working on pipeline projects are also covered by PHMSA, which means they also […]
What is the role of the USCG and why is it imperative that its members remain drug and alcohol free? A law enforcement service branch of the United States Armed Forces, the U.S. Coast Guard specializes in maritime search and rescue while also providing security service in domestic and international waters. It’s imperative that its […]
Jobs in transportation modes such as aviation, roadways, maritime, pipelines, railroads, and transit are attractive due to their pay, benefits, and security. Of course, many applicants must pass a pre-employment DOT drug and/or alcohol test. A failed pre-employment DOT drug test in any of the various modes does not necessarily halt your candidacy, but you […]
Safety-sensitive applicants and employees must submit to drug and/or alcohol tests before starting work and while employed due to reasonable suspicion, a workplace accident, random testing, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing. If you fail or refuse to take one of these tests, you must find a SAP in Virginia to begin the return to duty […]
Employees and applicants must submit to drug and/or alcohol tests for reasons such as pre-employment testing, post-workplace accident testing, reasonable suspicion, random drug testing, return to duty, and follow-up testing. This type of testing is mandatory for Department of Transportation-mandated safety-sensitive roles. Safety-sensitive DOT employees must remain drug and/or alcohol free while on duty to […]
Safety is a top priority for the Department of Transportation. To ensure as safe of an environment as possible for everyone in areas such as roadways, railways, aviation, waterways, pipelines, and transit, the DOT created drug and alcohol testing regulations for safety-sensitive applicants and employees. Substance Abuse Professionals are vital components of DOT procedures. Benefits […]
Imagine you made a mistake and, unfortunately, it results in you failing a drug and/or alcohol test. You want to move on and get back to work. Completing the return-to-duty (RTD) process is your highest priority, but you find yourself unable to find a qualified DOT Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) on your employer-provided SAP list. […]
