Substance abuse is one of the most critical problems facing employers in the workplace today. Over 19.7 million Americans are illegally using drugs, and 74.8% of them are employed. Because of this shocking statistic, the Department of Transportation (DOT) requires mandatory drug and alcohol testing for employees performing safety-sensitive functions in the transportation industry. Should […]
Workers at the U.S. Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) have an important job. Working with natural gas, from installing pipelines to maintaining them and transporting the hazardous materials, can be dangerous. Therefore, it’s important that DOT mandated safety-sensitive employees follow all safety protocols, from the DOT. Performing your job duties […]
DOT mandated safety-sensitive employees are responsible for transporting the public in a reliable, safe manner. In 1991, Congress passed the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act requiring all Department of Transportation (DOT) safety-sensitive employees to adhere to random drug and alcohol screenings. When a DOT safety-sensitive employee violates (tests positive or refuses to comply) a drug […]
DOT mandated safety-sensitive employees are an integral part of public life. They operate a vast number of public transportation vehicles, from buses to airplanes to trains. These employees often must undergo training and testing to prepare them for the responsibilities of their jobs. All of these steps ensure they don’t pose a risk to the […]
If you work in a DOT mandated safety-sensitive position, you know that periodic drug and/or alcohol testing is a part of the job. Fail or refuse a drug and/or alcohol test and you face penalties that could include suspension, dismissal and even loss of certification. What’s more, you are obligated to complete a mandated treatment […]
A commercial driver’s license (CDL) driver needs to be attentive and safe at all times while operating their vehicle. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 4,455 fatal crashes occurred in 2017 involving a large truck or bus. After a fatal crash, a CDL driver must undergo testing for drug and alcohol use. Should […]
As a DOT mandated safety-sensitive employee, have you ever wondered when or why you would need a Substance Abuse Professional list? Please read on to learn more. In order to safely transport the general public, the DOT requires a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Consequently, the DOT mandates that all safety-sensitive employees undergo drug and/or alcohol […]
The United States Department of Transportation takes safety very seriously. One of the problematic areas that is under consistent examination is substance abuse in DOT employees. Testing and evaluation programs help to identify these individuals. If an employee fails a drug and/or alcohol test they are then required to enroll in a SAP program. What […]
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is one of the ten agencies within the US Department of Transportation responsible for intermodal transportation for the public. One of the guiding principles of the FRA is safety. FRA employees performing safety-sensitive functions are responsible for creating a safe work environment for their coworkers and the traveling public. So, […]
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires safety-sensitive employees across the United States to operate in a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. As a matter of public safety, these employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing. If a DOT mandated safety-sensitive employee violates a drug and/or alcohol test, or refuses to take a test, they […]
